The True Story Of The Hermetic Order Of The Golden Dawn
In London in 1887, there began the formation of a secret society, known as the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn.
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The Worst Years In History According To Experts
The worst years in human history include 1314, 1492, and 1919. Volcanic eruptions and mass genocide are the makings for these exceptionally bad years.
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The Most Notorious Highwaymen In History
The armed robber of the roads, the highwayman historically struck unsuspecting travelers, stripped them of their possessions, and then disappeared in the night.
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The Leading Cause Of Death For Pregnant People Is Truly Unsettling
Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but it's also a dangerous time for many mothers. This is the leading cause of death for pregnant people.
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These Mobsters Were Never Brought To Justice
While some of the most famous mobsters were never brought to legal justice, the Mafia has its own brand of justice.
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The Most Infamous Murders Of The Victorian Era
While Jack the Ripper might be the most infamous of the Victorian era's murderers, he wasn't the only one. The era was full of dastardly men and women.
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The Filthiest Stories In The Canterbury Tales
Geoffrey Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, a collection of 24 stories written in the 14th century, is full of surprisingly bawdy, dirty tales.
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The Chinese Pantheon Of Gods Explained
China recognizes many folk religions, with a huge pantheon of over 200 distinct deities. These are still influential in Chinese spirituality today.
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Tragic Details About These Heirs And Heiresses
Being born into a rich family is not always good times and good fortune. As the saying goes, money can't buy happiness.
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Rules Genghis Khan's Warriors Had To Follow
The tool which Genghis Khan and his successors conquered empires were unparalleled warriors, who had strict rules and codes to follow.
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The Long Complicated History Of The Boy Scouts Explained
The Boy Scouts have been in existence for more than a century. A century of history is a lot, and it is a very different organization now than it was then.
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George Washington's Tragic Death Explained
George Washington died suddenly on December 14, 1799, just two years after he left office as the first President of the United States.
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Why The Yo-Yo Played An Important Role In Ancient Greek Society
You may think of yo-yos as a toy, but they played an important role in ancient Greek society. Here's why.
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The World's Worst Man-Made Disasters
Man-made disasters are a bitter betrayal, with life and limb possibly spared with a little forward-thinking. Here are some of the worst man-made disasters.
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What Archeologists Hope To Learn From The World's Oldest Runestone
Runestones are a unique window into the past, helping us to learn about ancient cultures. Here's what archaeologists hope to learn from the oldest runestone.
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12 Best Alexander Graham Bell Inventions
Alexander Graham Bell did more than patent the telephone. From an early metal detector to lifesaving breathing equipment, discover 12 of his best inventions.
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What It Was Really Like Being An Early Christian In The Roman Empire
Life as a Christian in the empire was marked by persecution and in-fighting. However, they contributed to the evolution of Christianity and Judaism today.
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How Different Cultures Around The World Celebrate Winter Solstice
The winter solstice is, for many, a good excuse to celebrate. Though the individual celebration can vary, they often include feasts, art, and processions.
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Extravagant Buildings That Were Never Finished
You can draw and design an extravagant building, but once you start construction, everything can go wrong.
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What The Metaverse Could Do To Humans
Facebook's Metaverse aims to create a virtual world where people can interact in various ways as avatars, but what could that do to humans in the real world?
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The Scary History Of The Doomsday Clock
The Doomsday Clock strikes at midnight, marking the end of the world.
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How Did Germany 'Denazify' After WWII?
After the end of World War II, Germany had the difficult job of 'denazifying' the country, expunging all Nazi influence from its laws and culture.
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Jackass: Heartbreaking Stories About The Cast
While lovably insane, the fearless Jackass gang has endured even more pain off screen. Here are some heartbreaking stories about the cast of Jackass.
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Islands That The United States Has Stolen
The United States has made some decidedly imperialistic moves in its history. Here are some islands that the United States has stolen.
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History's Craziest Plane Hijackings
You'd think that taking over an airplane the air would require skill or at least sobriety. You'd be wrong. Here are some of history's craziest plane hijackings.
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Most Dangerous Camping Spots In The U.S.
For less experienced adventurers, treks into these American wilderness escapes can be downright hellish.
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Izzy Einstein And Moe Smith: Prohibition's Most Feared And Decorated Agents
At the turn of the century, the growing movement known as prohibition was gaining steam and would soon become the law of the land via the 18th Amendment.
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