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  • Amish buggy driving towards farm

    The Real Reason Amish Women Pull Their Teeth

    You might have heard that Amish women pull their teeth, and maybe you've even seen the results of the practice. And there are a few reasons why they do it.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Wooden coffin with white flowers on top staged to be lowered into the ground in a cemetery

    Why Are The Arms Of A Dead Person Crossed When They're Buried?

    You've probably seen it at some point, whether in some piece of entertainment or in real-life — a dead person with their arms crossed over their chest.

    By Amy Beeman Read More
  • Judge hitting gavel

    How Often Have Presidents Defied Court Orders?

    Defying a court order is nothing to take lightly. But over the years, even some United States presidents have done so, albeit for different reasons.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • The Chinese flag blowing in the wind under a blue sky.

    The Meaning Of China's Flag Explained

    China's flag has only been around since 1949 when the Chinese Communist Party came to power. It's a simple design, but there are centuries of meaning behind it.

    By Amy Beeman Read More
  • Great Depression newspaper and headline

    The Worst Trade War In US History

    Donald Trump made waves in 2025 with a trade war that dumbfounded many, but there's still one that remains the worst in United States history.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • 6th century tile mosaic showing three angels seated at table

    Why You Would Never Survive The Year 536

    Recorded history from around the world during 536 C.E. tells of inexplicable natural phenomenon that you would probably never survive. Here's why.

    By Sarah Crocker Read More
  • Fog-cloaked cemetery daytime

    The Outdated Burial Law Pennsylvania Still Has

    Pennsylvania is known for things like the Liberty Bell, but it also has some pretty weird laws, including a burial law that's pretty outdated.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Portrait of King George III in ermine robe

    Royals Who Were Totally Bizarre People

    Throughout history, the ruling classes have typically lived extraordinary lives when compared to their subjects, but a few royals were truly bizarre people.

    By Chris Turner-Neal Read More
  • 1960s flight attendant speaks to a passenger

    5 Bizarre Things People Could Do On Airplanes In The Past

    Flying has evolved a lot over the decades. Things people could do on planes during the so-called golden age of air travel seem bizarre by today's standards.

    By Andrew Amelinckx Read More
  • M1 helmet with net

    Why Did WWII Helmets Have Nets?

    If you've ever watched a WWII movie or seen images of the conflict, you've probably seen those helmets with nets. Maybe you even wondered what they're for.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Man with fist raised as he watches property burn in LA riots

    Why The Insurrection Act Was Last Used For The 1992 LA Riots

    The Insurrection Act was last used for the 1992 LA riots that broke out after the four police officers who brutally beat Rodney King were acquitted.

    By Amy Beeman Read More
  • stock trader looking glum

    11 Worst Things That Happened During Market Crashes

    Stock market crashes can have far-reaching and unexpected effects. Here are some of the most dramatic things that happened because of major sell-offs.

    By Chris Turner-Neal Read More
  • HMS Surprise maritime museum replica

    What Does HMS On A Ship Stand For?

    Ship names tend to come with acronyms, and they all tell you something about the sea vessel. If you see the letters "HMS" on a ship, here's what it stands for.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Bull vs. bear figurine fighting

    What's The Origin Of The Terms Bull And Bear Markets? It's Complicated

    You might have heard the terms "bull" and "bear markets" before when discussing the stock market to describe periods of buying and selling, respectively.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Moa statue in New Zealand

    The Tragic Reason The Moa Bird Went Extinct

    Like many animals across history, the moa bird ultimately went extinct around 500 years ago in 1445. The reason? It's one you've probably heard before.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Jimmy Stewart poses in army uniform during World War II

    Famous People Who Actually Served During WWII

    Millions of people fought and died in the worldwide conflict that befell the globe from 1939 to 1945, and a few of those who served in WWII were pretty famous.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • A crowd saluting Adolf Hitler's motorcade

    The Bizarre Way The Phrase 'Heil Hitler' Saved Millions Of Lives In WWII

    "Heil Hitler" was the defining slogan of the Nazi Party amid its rise to power and horrific war crimes. But it also helped save lives amid the conflict.

    By S. Flannagan Read More
  • William Patrick Hitler and mother Bridget Hitler. William is holding newspaper headline

    18 Most Bizarre Details Everyone Ignores About WWII

    As the deadliest and most catastrophic war ever fought by humanity, it may be no surprise that everyone has largely ignored a few details about WWII.

    By Sarah Crocker Read More
  • F-22 Raptor in flight

    Why The US Banned The F-22 Raptor From Being Exported

    America's F-22 Raptor is one of the most powerful and advanced military fighter jets in the world, and it was banned from being exported to other countries.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • U.S. and Canada flags on map

    Why Canada Has Never Joined The United States

    There have been many pushes to get Canada to join the United States over the years, but none have succeeded. To understand why, we have to look back in history.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Beebe Plain border crossing

    The Town That's Literally Cut In Half Along The United States And Canadian Borders

    We all know that Canada and the United States share a border, but there is one town in Vermont that's literally cut in half along U.S. and Canadian lines.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Greenland flag planted on map

    What Does Greenland's Flag Symbolize?

    Greeland's flag has two horizontal bands of red and white, with a red-and-white disc positioned slightly left-of center. And it symbolizes many things.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Donald Trump

    The Resolution That Would Allow Donald Trump A Third Term, But Not Every President

    Congressman Andy Ogles proposed a resolution that would allow Donald Trump a third term, but the language is so specific it doesn't apply to future presidents.

    By Andrew Amelinckx Read More
  • the space shuttle challenger prepares to launch

    17 Infamous Events That Were More Horrific Than You Realized

    You probably knew these disasters and other grim historic events were terrible, but some of the details might be even worse than you realize.

    By Chris Turner-Neal Read More
  • The RMS Segwun steamship

    What It Means When You See SS On A Ship

    The letters SS are such a part of the lexicon that we tend to associate it with any shipping vessel, but here's what it means when you see SS on a ship.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Bearded guy holding up passport

    The Common Body Feature That May Increase Your Chances Of Getting Flagged By TSA

    The next time you're catching a flight, keep in mind that there's one common body feature that may increase your chances of getting flagged by the TSA.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Miami, Florida coastline

    The Bizarre Thing That's Illegal For Performers To Do In Miami, Florida

    There are plenty of bizarre American laws, and in Miami, Florida, there's one in particular that prohibits performers from doing something you wouldn't expect.

    By Richard Milner Read More
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