False Things About Greek Mythology You've Been Believing
If you're like most people, you probably believe these things about Greek mythology.
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What Happened To Crystal Pepsi?
The beverage industry is always looking to entice consumers with the freshest options and drive the conversation in popular culture. Enter Crystal Pepsi.
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13 Things You Should Never Do In Mexico
The golden rule of tourism is this: Don't be obnoxious. If you're traveling to Mexico from the U.S., you'll want to watch out for some common pitfalls.
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Where Did The Saying Loose Lips Sink Ships Come From?
The phrase "loose lips sink ships" is commonplace in the English vernacular, but where does it come from? Turns out, it has roots in World War II propaganda.
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The Truth About The Woman Who Raised Osama Bin Laden
Before Osama Bin Laden became a criminal mastermind, he was a kid growing up in Saudi Arabia. Here's the truth about the woman who raised him.
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Why Did Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs Wear Fake Beards?
Egyptian pharaohs are usually depicted with fake beards, and that's because they actually wore them for ceremonial purposes. Here's why they wore fake beards.
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What Happened To Silly Putty?
When it comes to amazing goo that provides hours of entertainment, there isn't anything quite like Silly Putty. It's not a typical toy but you can play with it.
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What Happened To Matchbox Cars?
Matchbox cars have been a part of peoples' childhoods for decades. It seems as though there's a common childhood memory of having collections of die-cast cars.
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What Happened To Play-Doh?
What's truly amazing about Play-Doh is the fact that it was invented for an entirely different, decidedly utilitarian purpose. So where is this product now?
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What Happened To The Teddy Ruxpin Toy?
No '80s childhood would have been complete without the presence of a Teddy Ruxpin. So what happened to this toy? Let's take a look back in history.
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Why Is Y Sometimes Used As A Vowel?
We all know that the letter Y is "sometimes" a vowel, but why? Here's when Y is supposed to be used as a vowel, and when it's used as a consonant.
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What Is Vaisakhi And Why Is It Celebrated?
Guru Gobind Singh, chose the date of Vaisakhi to establish the Khalsa — the collective term Sikhs use for any member of the faith who is baptized.
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What Happened To Jelly Sandals?
If you grew up in the '80s or '90s, then you remember jelly sandals. These bright, translucent, often sparkly shoes were once the height of playground fashion.
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This Is How Much Money Volodymyr Zelensky Is Actually Worth
Volodymyr Zelensky is the president of Ukraine, a comedian, and a media production businessman. This is how much money Volodymyr Zelensky is actually worth.
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The History Of Jigsaw Puzzles, Assembled
There are people who love them, almost to the point of obsession. Others can take them or leave them alone. Either way, we all know jigsaw puzzles.
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Disturbing Details About Julius Caesar's Death
All of history is filled with stories of individuals who had lasting impact on the fate of a nation. Few had the impact, in life and death, of Julius Caesar.
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Why Do Coupons Say They Are Worth 1/100th Of A Cent?
There are those who are zealous readers and clippers of coupons, and those who shrug and keep shopping. Coupons vary in value -- including fractions of a cent.
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The Unbelievable Story Of Napoleon's Conman Doctor
Centuries later, historians and scientists debate what actually killed France's Napoleon Bonaparte during his exile. Incompetence might have been a factor.
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The Messed Up Truth About The Yahweh Cult Of Nebraska
The life that Rick Stice loved was quickly dwindling away, and he soon found himself involved in a Yahweh cult in Nebraska. Here's the story.
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The Truth About DIY Sears Kit Homes
The online shopping experience has its roots in an earlier retail phenomenon: the mail order catalog. All manner of goods could be delivered across the country.
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How Was The Wheel Really Invented?
It's hard to imagine modern life without the wheel. And you'd have to go back several eons to find a civilization that did not use a wheel in some fashion.
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How Did June Get Its Name?
June is a popular wedding month, and the history of its name is a clue as to why. With ancient gods thrown into the mix, June has a cool origin story
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How Did November Get Its Name?
Long before November was associated with pumpkin spice lattes and over-eating, it was a period of time recognized by the Roman calendar.
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The Disappearance Of Lauria Bible And Ashley Freeman
Firefighters responded to a fire at a home and found two adults dead. The two 16-year-old girls who were there, however, were missing.
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How Does A World War Happen?
World wars differ from others in scale and power. But they are fought for the same reasons: desire for territory, resources, military alliances, or primacy.
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Secret Meanings Hidden In Famous Works Of Art
Sometimes, it's taken centuries for critics, historians, and scholars to finally catch on to what an artist was really trying to get across in a work.
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The Untold Truth Of The United Nations
For many, the U.N. boils down to the fact that it makes rules that the whole world is expected to follow. So the United Nations has a lot of untold truths.
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