Debunking the Myths Around the Green Children of Woolpit
This folk tale is pretty famous around Woolpit, England, where the alleged kids magically appeared.
History Today
Here’s a Brief History of The Emoji
Emojis have come along way, and are now far more than the standard yellow smiley of yesteryear; but where do they come..
Strange Comic Book Adaptations That Are Hilariously Weird and Interesting
Comic books made a grand comeback a few years ago, with superhero blockbusters hitting cinemas and televisions one after..
The History of America’s Greatest Shoe: The Converse All Star
The timeless Converse All-Stars, or Chuck Taylors as they are nicknamed, have played a major role in modern pop culture.
The Troubled Life of Rockstar Kurt Cobain
Kurt Donald Cobain was the frontman of the legendary band Nirvana. He was a troubled soul, but his music lives on.
A Brief History of Witches, Were They Villains or Victims?
This fascinating figure has long symbolized our society's complex views and attitudes towards female intuition and..
How One Man Liberated a Whole Nation
After 27 years in prison, on February 11, 1990, Nelson Mandela was released. As the leader of the African National..
The Origin of Dog Training
Let us glance back to how dog training had developed over the past few years.
World
How These Three Infamous Hand Gestures Came to Be
Let's look at three of history's most famous hand gestures, where they originated, and what they initially meant.
The Etiquette of Networking: Enjoying While Making an Impression at Office Parties
It’s that time of the year again, and you must be confused with all the electronic invitations piling up in your..
Europe’s Werewolf Trials Were Wilder Than You Realize
The act of transforming into a werewolf was called Lycanthropy. The accused were as doomed as women accused of..
The Surprising and Inspiring History of Pretzels
From monks to bakers, let's look back at the surprising and inspiring history of this snack.
This Soda Brand is the World’s Worst Polluter
A global movement for a plastic-free future, 'Break Free From Plastic,' has released its annual audit of the worst..
The Long & Flavorful History of Restaurants
One of the earliest examples of restaurant culture around the world started many centuries ago.
For Years the Okapi was Believed to be a Mythical Creature, But What is it Exactly?
Upon first spotting an okapi, most people would assume it's related to zebras, but that's not the case.