The 15 Best Military Commanders In Human History, Ranked
What defines the greatest commander? From the Ancient Greeks through the 20th century, these are the 15 best military commanders in human history, ranked.
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More Details Emerge About The Driver Who Hit Biden's Motorcade
The president was inconvenienced and annoyed by a driver who apparently had no idea whose motorcade he just slammed into.
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Here's How Many Active Volcanoes Are In Iceland (And It's Probably More Than You Think)
Many people don't have to worry about an active volcano nearby. There are a few active volcanoes in Iceland - and you might be surprised at the overall number.
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No, John F. Kennedy Didn't Smoke Weed In The White House (That We Know Of)
It's been rumored that John F. Kennedy smoked weed in the White House during his presidency with one of his mistresses, but there is no proof (that we know of).
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How Princess Diana Accidentally Broke Tradition During Her First Royal Christmas
Princess Diana famously struggled to meet the demands of royal life. She even accidentally broke tradition during her first royal Christmas.
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The Biggest Henge In The World Isn't Stonehenge
Stonehenge is just one henge among many made of various materials, and it isn't even the biggest one in the world. In fact, there's an even bigger one nearby.
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The Origins Of Kwanzaa Explained
December is home to many holidays. Christmas is the most popular in America, but there's one that has lost prominence over the years: Kwanzaa.
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Everything To Know About The Seven Symbols Of Kwanzaa
The symbols and meaning folded into the holiday of Kwanzaa are rooted in age-old beliefs that make it a moving, beautiful tribute to African culture.
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Why There Are Few Copies Of The Wicked Bible Left Today
About 1,000 copies of the so-called Wicked Bible were ordered to be destroyed in the 17th century. Here's why there are few copies left today.
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The Reason The Color Purple Often Appears On Banned Books Lists
Alice Walker's 1982 book "The Color Purple" is critically acclaimed, but it often appears on banned books lists. Here's why it's so controversial.
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Here's Who Inherited P.T. Barnum's Money After He Died
American promotor P.T. Barnum, who founded the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus in 1871, left his substantial inheritance to various people.
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The Strange Reason The Royal Family Is Weighed Before And After Christmas Dinner
The British Royal family is steeped in tradition and ritual, including being weighed before and after Christmas dinner. Here's the strange reason why.
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Strange Facts About Psilocybin Mushrooms You Never Knew
With U.S. states increasingly decriminalizing psilocybin possession and consumption, it's time to learn more about this unique "magic" mushroom.
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The Spiritual Meaning Of The Winter Solstice Explained
The winter solstice is the longest night of the year. But there's also a spiritual meaning behind it that's reflected across different cultures.
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Queens Who Were Really Weird People
These queens were really weird people. It's almost as if too much power is a bad thing...
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Rules The British Royal Family Have To Follow Forever
Some people want to be famous, and others would love to become part of the royal family. In many ways, royals appear to live a charmed life of fancy events.
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Why People Flock To Stonehenge During The Winter Solstice
Every year, people flock to Stonehenge in England during the winter solstice, which is the longest night of the year. There are a few reasons why.
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Yes, George Washington's Inaugural Bible Is Still Intact. Here's Where You'll Find It
The Bible used in the historic inauguration of the first American president, George Washington, is still intact. Here's where you'll find it.
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Plans Napoleon Made That Never Happened
While Napoleon accomplished much during his lifetime and rise to power, he had other lofty goals that never quite made it to fruition.
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How Marijuana Was Used In Victorian England
Marijuana was used for many purposes in Victorian England, and it was thanks to the efforts of one person in particular. Here's what happened.
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The Surprising Origins Of Animals Talking On Christmas Eve
At Christmas we're inclined to stretch our suspension of disbelief beyond its normal limits.
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Why The Babushka Lady From JFK's Assassination Remains A Mystery
The 1963 assassination of United States President John F. Kennedy has led to many conspiracy theories about what happened on that fateful day.
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The Origins Of The 8 Witch's Sabbaths Explained
Most of what you may think you know about witches may include brooms and pointy hats, but in reality, they celebrate eight Witch's Sabbaths based on nature.
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Why Animals Are In The Nativity Scene, But Aren't Mentioned In The Bible
The Nativity scene that depicts the birth of Jesus often contains animals, but in the Bible, they aren't mentioned during the event. Here's why.
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How Adolf Hitler Really Came To Power In Germany
The story of dictator Adolf Hitler's rise to power has been distorted throughout the years. Here's how the Nazi leader really took control of Germany.
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What School Was Really Like During Colonial Times
School in the American colonies was an odd mix of teachers, locations, and opportunities. However it happened, the reality of colonial school may surprise you.
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Here's What Happened To JFK's Clothes After He Was Shot
Jackie Kennedy's pink suit became iconic after her husband was assassinated right next to her, but here's what happened to JFK's clothes after he was shot.
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