Deadliest Tsunamis Throughout History
Natural disasters, tsunamis are a reminder of the devastating power of nature. Here are some of the deadliest tsunamis throughout recorded history.
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10 Best Benjamin Franklin Inventions
From bifocal glasses and the eponymous Franklin stove to the flexible catheter and a spill-proof soup bowl, discover the 10 best Benjamin Franklin inventions.
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Awful Science That Led To Everyday Treatments
Humanity has come a long way from the early medicine that often did more harm than good, but some modern medicines are based in awful science.
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What Medieval Christmas Was Really Like
Medieval Christmas might seem like it would be totally different than modern Christmas, but there are some surprising similarities and enduring traditions.
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How Much Popular Items Cost 100 Years Ago Vs. Today
Doesn't it seem like prices are always going up? If that's what you think, then you're not alone. Here is how much popular items cost 100 years ago vs. today.
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The Messed Up Truth About What Happened After The Capitol Riots
For as violent as the 2021 Captiol riots were, the aftermath was just as messy. Here's the messed up truth about what happened after the Capitol riots.
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What Is Hamas?
Hamas initiated attacks on Israel in October 2023, but the terrorist group has been around for nearly four decades. Here's what they are and what they want.
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The Messed Up Truth Of Serial Killer John Christie
In the 1950s, Notting Hill, London, was home to cheap flats and slums. And a few gruesome murders. Here is the messed up truth of serial killer John Christie.
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Operation Gladio: The CIA's Secret Army In Europe
During the Cold War, there was meddling by the CIA, NATO, and MI6 in order to suppress communism. This is Operation Gladio: The CIA's secret army in Europe.
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Common Misconceptions About The Victorian Era
There's a fascination with the Victorian era, but not every belief about that period is true. These are some common misconceptions about the Victorian era.
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The History Of The Catholic Mass Controversy Explained
A centuries-old conflict between two wings of the Catholic Church came to light again in 2021. This is the history of the Catholic Mass controversy explained.
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Unsolved Mysteries Of 1950s America
Modern technology hasn't managed to explain away every mystery of the 1950s just yet. Here are some unsolved mysteries of 1950s America.
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18 Scandals That Rocked America's First Ladies
America's first ladies have been mostly scandal-free, but they have run afoul of the press occasionally. Here are some first ladies' most scandalous moments.
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What The Bible Says About Cherubs
Everyone's favorite infant amorous archers, cherubs, permeate popular mythology. But what does the Bible actually say about these chubby flying babies?
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Who Was Hannah Crafts, One Of The First Known Black Female Novelists In America?
Hannah Crafts is considered to be one of the first known Black female novelists in the United States. Let's dive into her fascinating backstory.
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Whatever Happened To Yik Yak?
The Yik Yak app was extremely popular around September 2014, but its popularity quickly dwindled for various reasons. Here's the full story.
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The Closest A Supreme Court Justice Has Come To Being Assassinated
U.S. politics have been linked with violence since the country's inception, and like presidents, Supreme Court justices have faced threats to their lives.
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What Is National Coming Out Day?
National Coming Out Day is a day to show support to the LGTBQ+ community who have found the courage to be open about their sexuality, and to those who want to.
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Does The Bible Really Imply Other Gods Exist?
Across the Hebrew and Christian Bibles are plenty of stories, characters, and creatures - and even within this dichotomy there are various versions.
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Why Theodore Roosevelt Banned Christmas Trees In The White House
Theodore Roosevelt banned Christmas trees in the White House despite living there with his wife and six children. Some may consider his reason practical.
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The Shortest Tenured Speakers Of The House In US History
In October 2023 House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted from the job after only nine months. These are the shortest tenured Speakers of the House in US history.
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How Britain Became The Center Of The World
Greenwich, a small area in London, sets the standard for the measurement of time around the world. Here's how Britain became the figurative center of the world.
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What It Was Really Like To Captain A Ship During The Age Of Sail
The Age of Sail saw some captains who were hailed as heroes and others who were villains. Here's the reality of being an old-time sailing captain.
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The 2 States With The Most Banned Books
Book banning has made an unexpected comeback, and the two states with the most banned books have collectively banned more than 1,300 titles.
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One Of The Biggest Mistakes In Cartography History Involves California
One of the biggest mistakes in cartography history involves California, where early explorers thought the area was an island and mapped it as such.
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Inside Napoleon's Complicated Relationship With His Wife Josephine
Napoleon and Josephine had a passionate and tumultuous relationship, mired in scandal, affairs, and drama. Even after they divorced, they remained devoted.
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The Real Reason Switzerland Remains Neutral
Switzerland has maintained a policy of armed neutrality in international affairs. The reason for it goes back centuries, but it hasn't always been easy.
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