The Letter That Won Women The Right To Vote
It seems odd now, in retrospect, that there was a time in this country (and others, to be honest) when women were not allowed a voice in the electoral process.
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The Story Of The Record-Breaking 13,580.28 Foot Pizza
Everyone loves pizza, but you'd really have to love pizza to consume the largest pizza in the world. This is the story of the world's largest pizza.
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The Greatest Inventors Alive Today
It can sometimes seem like the glory days of invention are behind us, but people haven't stopped inventing things. These are the greatest inventors alive today.
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Vintage Hearses Were Very Different From What You Imagine
For many, the word "hearse" might evoke a pretty drab, morose image: a long, black, old-Cadillac-like, station-wagon-looking thing with an enormous back end.
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How Did Cowboys Bathe Themselves In The Wild West?
Ah, the life of the cowboy. Freedom. The open range. Cooking over a campfire. But was there time for bathing?
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The Biggest Differences Between UPS And FedEx Drivers
When it comes to comparing FedEx and UPS: Braun Consulting calls the differences "stark."
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The Reason Marie Curie's Casket Is Made Of Lead
Marie Curie was a brilliant scientist who helped expand our knowledge of radioactivity. So when she died, she had to be buried in a lead casket.
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Popular Things From The 1990s You Don't See Anymore
The era of digital cable television, "Friends," and the Spice Girls left an indelible mark on society. Here are some items from the 1990s you don't see anymore.
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The Mythology Of Hephaestus Explained
God of fire, of craft, and of the forge, Hephaestus crafted many important objects. But he was also kicked out of Olympus, and mocked by his fellow gods.
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The Biggest Face Mask Error You're Probably Making
Aren't face masks fun? Not really, no, but they are necessary for now. Here's the biggest error you're probably making when wearing it.
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Here's What The Book Of Mormon Says About Native Americans
The Book of Mormon is not just a spiritual text; in many ways, it's a snapshot of U.S. history at the time -- in particular, passages about Native Americans.
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The Abraham Lincoln Theory That Would Change Everything
There are those who would tell you, quite sincerely, that Elvis and Michael Jackson faked their deaths and are still alive. Abraham Lincoln to the list.
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The Truth About Doc Holliday's Medical Credentials
John Henry Holliday, or "Doc", was a son of Georgia, born August 14, 1851, in Griffin. But was he a real doctor?
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The Real Reason Jimmy Hoffa Ended Up In Prison
Seen one way, "Jimmy" Hoffa was a solid-gold American success story. But in hindsight, prison time and his mysterious disappearance seem to say otherwise.
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Things The Ancient Mesopotamians Couldn't Live Without
Our knowledge of life Mesopotamian is remarkably nuanced.
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Inside Shimon Bar Kokhba's Military Leadership Of The Judean Army Against Rome
The third of the three Jewish revolts against the Romans occurred between 132-135 A.D., and it differs from previous ones because it had a leader.
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The Truth About The Christmas Pickle
The pickle may have once been just some parents' clever scheme to keep kids from rushing the tree on Christmas morning.
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The One Vikings Scene Katheryn Winnick Struggled With
Vikings was a big hit, but there was one scene in particular that Winnick struggled with.
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Why Beer Was Surprisingly Common In Victorian Era Asylums
Not only did people drink beer for pleasure, but by brewers' advertisements that often extolled the mental and physical benefits of their product.
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Some Divorces In The Middle Ages Were Handled In An Unusually Violent Way
Many marriages begin with hope, with joy, with commitment -- and many come to an end in court. The Middle Ages handled such cases a little differently.
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How Edgar Allan Poe Got Kicked Out Of The Army
Many fans of Edgar Allan Poe might not realize that he served his country via a stint in the United States Army.
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What Really Happened During The Panic Of 1873?
The Panic of 1873 wasn't the first financial panic and it definitely wasn't the last, but it had an enormous effect on American society and the Global North.
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The Reason Queensryche Broke Up
Heavy metal rockers Queensryche stunned fans around the world in 2012 when the five-piece announced the end of its iconic lineup.
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What Really Happens If The USPS Shuts Down
Unlike private carriers and delivery services, the USPS is required to deliver to everyone, everywhere.
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How Much Power Does The Pope Actually Have?
When the pope speaks, people, Catholic and not, listen. But how much power does a pope really have?
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Sirens Might Actually Have Existed. Here's Why
"Sirens have existed for a long time. They're that noise that first responder vehicles make. But what about the classic, mythological sirens?
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