As long as there has been human history, there have been revenge stories. A fact of … Vengeance Is Mine: 5 Historical Revenge TalesRead more
Why Berlin Tried Three‑Decker Buses in the 1920s
In 1926 Berlin tested a three-decker bus. How did it work, why did it fail, and how do those giants compare to today’s double-decker buses and BRT systems?
Women Warriors: The Ancient Female Fighters That Ruled Persia
In ancient Persia, women ruled the world. 2,000 years ago, some of the most tough battles … Women Warriors: The Ancient Female Fighters That Ruled PersiaRead more
The Manson Family: A Closer Look At America’s Notorious Killers
One of the notorious cults in history, the Manson family were responsible for one of the … The Manson Family: A Closer Look At America’s Notorious KillersRead more
What If Leonidas Had Not Died at Thermopylae?
A counterfactual look at Thermopylae: what if Leonidas had withdrawn the 300 Spartans instead of fighting to the death, and how might that have changed the Persian Wars?
Saints and Sinners: The Saints Who Were Not As Pious As They Seemed
Throughout history, Saints have paved the way for our moral goals, showing us how we might … Saints and Sinners: The Saints Who Were Not As Pious As They SeemedRead more
The Big Eyes Trial: How Margaret Keane Proved the Truth
How Margaret Keane exposed her ex-husband Walter’s art fraud in court, painted under oath in 53 minutes, and changed how we talk about authorship and abuse.
The Many Forms Of The Early Ambulance Part 1: The Bicycle
The ambulance has taken many forms over the years. Everything from the simplest form of two … The Many Forms Of The Early Ambulance Part 1: The BicycleRead more
5 Wild Facts Behind Eminem’s ‘Brain Damage’ Lawsuit
Eminem’s song “Brain Damage” was based on a real bully, a real concussion, and a real lawsuit dismissed in rhyme. Here are 5 key facts behind the story.
The Infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692
The Salem Witch Trials were an infamous series of events occurring in early 1692. In Salem … The Infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692Read more