Why Does Maple Syrup Have Tiny Handles?
If you've ever seen a bottle of maple syrup, you might have noticed those tiny, seemingly useless handles. Maybe you even wondered: "What's the point?"
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Why Townspeople Once Tore The Roof Off Of A Palace During A Papal Conclave
Years ago, during a papal enclave, a gathering of cardinals to elect a new pope, townspeople tore off the roof of a palace. And it made history.
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What Does The California State Flag Mean?
The California state flag has a grizzly bear on it, but you won't find those in the Golden State these days. Here's what the symbolism means.
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These Were Hitler's Plans For Japan During And After WWII
Japan was one of Nazi Germany's key allies during World War II. Here's what Hitler hoped to gain from the alliance -- and what it could have meant for Japan.
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The Meaning Behind Pope Robert Prevost's Chosen Name, Leo
The name Leo dates back centuries in the history of the Catholic Church — and has been used by 13 previous popes. What is the history behind this papal name?
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What Song Did The Swiss Guard March To After The Conclave?
While many were focused on the identity of the new pope, some were curious as to what exactly that marching band was playing that preceded his appearance.
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Who Is The New Pope After Francis?
The newly-elected head of the Catholic Church is Robert Francis Prevost, who will now be known as Pope Leo XIV. What do we know about him?
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Holy Week Timeline Explained
Holy Week covers the events leading up to and including Jesus' death, and ultimately to the founding of the Christian religion. Here's its timeline explained.
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Adolf Hitler's Bizarre Hunt For The Holy Grail Explained
Adolf Hitler's nefarious efforts to create a new world order included a bizarre hunt for the Holy Grail, led largely by his right-hand-man, Heinrich Himmler.
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Why Does TSA Actually Wipe Your Hands
If you've ever flown, you probably know that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) wipes down your hands during their security check.
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The Myth About JFK You Should Never Believe
John F. Kennedy is remembered as a champion of civil rights, but it was more complicated than that. Here's the myth about JFK you should never believe.
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What Does RMS On A Ship Mean?
If you've ever seen a ship in movies or real life, you might have noticed that some have acronyms on them, like "RMS." The reason goes back quite a few years.
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Why You Can Still See Facial Expression On The Bodies Of Pompeii
In 79 A.D., Pompeii was smothered in ash and pumice from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. And even today, you can still see the facial expressions on the bodies.
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Why Did It Take So Long For All Women To Be Able To Vote?
It wasn't until the Voting Rights Act passed in 1965 that women of any race who were U.S. citizens could cast their votes in elections without interference.
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The Unexpected Hobby Jodi Arias Has While In Prison
Jodi Arias brutally murdered her ex-boyfriend, Travis Alexander, and was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in April 2015.
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Famous People Who Actually Served In The Vietnam War
Millions of young Americans served in the armed forces during the Vietnam War. For some, those experiences became the foundation for highly visible careers.
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18 Worst Time Periods You'd Never Survive In
Modern times are tough, but not as tough as they've been in the past. Be grateful you weren't born during one of these tough-to-survive times in history.
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Strict Rules Freemasons Follow
As members of one of the most famous secret societies around, the Freemasons have long kept an air of mystery about the many secret rules they must follow.
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15 Things You Might Not Know About The Kentucky Derby
You don't have to be a horse person to love the Kentucky Derby. Here are a few things you might not know about this century-and-a-half-old American tradition.
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Famous Events That Never Actually Happened
Despite what you may have been told in school or elsewhere, our shared recollection of history is peppered with famous events that never actually happened.
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The Worst Ways To Die In World War II
World War II was the most deadly conflict in the history of humanity, but there were some ways to die that were particularly horrific.
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Strict Rules U.S. Marines Have To Follow
Considering the level of discipline we associate with the United States Marine Corps, it's not surprising that Marines have strict rules they must follow.
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Military Battles That Were Worse Than You Thought
History is littered with bloody battles that claimed the lives of combatants and civilians alike, but a few notable battles were even worse than you thought.
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Historical Films Historians Can't Stand To Watch
Some liberties have to be taken in order to turn a historical film into good entertainment, but there are some movies that historians can't stand to watch.
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Unexpected Cars You Didn't Know Former Presidents Once Owned
From posh limousines and early electric cars to a floating convertible and a "tin can" on wheels, here are some surprising cars once owned by U.S. presidents.
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What Your History Class Didn't Teach You About WWII
History class probably taught you a lot of things about World War II, but it can only cover so much. Indeed, lots is left out from such curriculums.
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Mythical Monsters That Might Have Actually Existed
Many mythical monsters were metaphorical or pure figments of the imagination, but a few may have some foundation in reality and might have actually existed.
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