When it comes to unusual deaths, certain celebrities take some beating. Over the years, some of … Foul Play: 4 Of History’s Most Bizarre Celebrity DeathsRead more
Agincourt vs Crécy: Why One Battle Won the Fame War
Agincourt and Crécy were major English victories in the Hundred Years’ War. So why is Agincourt far more famous today? A story of mud, myth, and memory.
Archaeologists Found an Ancient Skeleton in China That’s Wrapped In Weed
TURPAN BASIN, CHINA – Archaeologists are calling it an “extraordinary cache”. They’ve found the body of … Archaeologists Found an Ancient Skeleton in China That’s Wrapped In WeedRead more
5 Real Reasons the Puritans Went to America
The Puritans did not go to America just for vague ‘religious freedom.’ Here are 5 concrete reasons they left England and what that choice changed.
Harvard, Slavery, and Why the Researchers Are Leaving
Harvard launched a major project on its ties to slavery. Within two years, key researchers quit or were fired. Here’s what happened and why it matters.
Roaring ‘20s: The Strangest Inventions From The Flapper Era
The roaring ‘20s were a time for parties, dancing and having a good time. Nestled just … Roaring ‘20s: The Strangest Inventions From The Flapper EraRead more
The Fake AI Unicorn vs Real AI: Why They Look Similar
An AI startup raised $450M and a $1.5B valuation while secretly using 700 humans instead of AI. How did that look like real AI, and how is it different?
What If Nazca Puquios Had Spread Across the Andes?
Nazca puquios were wind-powered underground aqueducts that still work today. What if this desert water technology had spread across the Andes and beyond?
4 Strange Historical Hunting Techniques Still In Practice
History has give way to all sorts of strange customs. When it comes to hunting, however, … 4 Strange Historical Hunting Techniques Still In PracticeRead more
Wilhelm Voigt: The Shoemaker Turned Brilliant Thief
Friedrich Wilhelm Voigt lived a troubled life growing up in Tilsit, Prussia. By the age of … Wilhelm Voigt: The Shoemaker Turned Brilliant ThiefRead more