What Are Those Skirts Roman Soldiers Wore
If you've watched any of the "Gladiator" movies, you've seen those little skirts worn by Roman soldiers, like Pedro Pascal or Russell Crowe's characters.
Read MoreIf you've watched any of the "Gladiator" movies, you've seen those little skirts worn by Roman soldiers, like Pedro Pascal or Russell Crowe's characters.
Read MoreFrom getting kidnapped by pirates to making suffrage history, these weird facts about U.S. presidents' ancestors shed some light on their legacies.
Read MoreReporting is a tough job. It also requires integrity, and sometimes, people breach its code of ethics, leading to disastrous consequences for their career.
Read MoreThe story of Adam and Eve is important to all of the Abrahamic religions, though there are some differences, including where Jewish belief places their bodies.
Read MoreThe Battle of the Alamo is full of contradictions, myths, and baffling facts. For instance, we aren't even sure how many people died defending it.
Read MoreThe haunting remnants of World War II can be found scattered across the globe, but some of the conflict's discovered artifacts are truly bizarre in nature.
Read MoreThe assassination of John F. Kennedy is still debated today, and there's one particular detail about the Secret Service that doesn't make sense.
Read MoreMedicine, law, war, and entertainment have come a long way over the last century or so. Here are some creepy things that were considered normal 100 years ago.
Read MoreThe top military leaders of World War II were extraordinary people in an extraordinary time, and a few of these generals had some oft-ignored weird quirks.
Read MoreThe Department of Education as we know it has been around since 1980, but it had earlier incarnations in the 19th century. Here's a look at how it got started.
Read MoreA life of fame and wealth awaits those musicians who find success. But for some, their bad behavior landed them in prison, and are still there to this day.
Read MoreFrom war epics to fan favorites, these World War II movies make historians cringe. Learn which WWII films get it wrong, and how they distort history.
Read MoreThe oldest jet fighter, the Russian made MiG-21, is 70 years old, and is still in use in several nations. Here's a look at the history of the jet.
Read MoreStriking it rich by finding oil on your property is a time-honored fantasy that's bolstered by the fact that it does happen, but can you keep it if you find it?
Read MoreIt probably sounds strange (and a little morbid), but over the years, thieves have tried to steal one particular pope's blood on multiple occasions.
Read MoreOver the years, doomsayers have pushed many apocalyptic stories, and most never came to fruition. These infamous events live on only in the history books.
Read MoreWith many in the Trump administration alluding to the impending declassification of the Epstein files, much doesn't make sense about their stalled release.
Read MoreNot all royals leave their thrones amid intrigue, scandal, or revolution. Some abdicate in favor of a simpler life or to make way for new generations.
Read MoreThe oldest person alive hails from across the sea, and they're fast approaching another milestone that will continue to solidify their place in history.
Read MoreSometimes the warning signs of infamous disasters were clear to see before the event, and if heeded rather than being ignored, could have saved countless lives.
Read MoreIf you've ever seen the word "Nomad" plastered on a biker's jacket, you might have wondered what it means. In motorcycle clubs, it's an important title.
Read MoreAnyone who makes it to the presidency has clearly lived an extraordinary life, but there are things about these former presidents that just don't make sense.
Read MoreFrom strange personal pursuits to baffling political maneuvers, some emperors and empresses have used their ultimate power in pretty bizarre ways.
Read MoreThe history behind the president of the United States is fertile ground for movies, but these entertaining adaptations have left a few historians seething.
Read MoreYou might have heard that the Great Wall of China is so big you can see it from space, but is it true? Or is it just a widespread myth that sounds cool?
Read MoreA year after the historic assassination attempt against Donald Trump, one expert believes that the president might be experiencing complicated trauma.
Read MoreOne year later, we're still learning new things about the 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump, who went on to win the presidency for a second term.
Read More