Ancient History
The Role of Fool was a Staple in Medieval Culture… In Some of the Most Unexpected Ways
Court jesters conjure images of medieval feasts, where the fool, brightly dressed and belled, would entertain his Lords guests with…
Dining on the Dead: The Cannibals of Cheddar Gorge
Cheddar Gorge in Somerset, England has been a popular tourist attraction since 1838. In their time, the ancient caves have…
The Most Generous Philanthropists in History
The word philanthropy literally means ‘the love of humanity’. However, it’s mostly associated with individuals who show their love for…
The Most Famous Male Style Icons
These days, people get their fashion leads from Hollywood superstars or Instagram influencers. But in the past, it wasn’t so…
16 Terrible People Who Knew How to Lay on the Charm or Inspire Others
In the movies and on TV, bad guys are usually depicted as clear cut baddies, personally repellent and often cartoonishly…
16 Mysterious Ancient Buildings and Structures from Around the World
Archaeology has solved many of the mysteries of the ancient past. However, sometimes the evidence to explain the existence of…
18 Assassinations You Might Not Have Heard Of
Some assassinations have become seared on our collective consciousness: the killing of JFK in Dallas in 1963, or the murder…
16 Dramatic and Impactful Assassinations from History
By their very nature, assassinations are not only dramatic events, but ones also capable of shaping history or altering its…
From Sea gods to Jaws: Here is a Breakdown of Man’s Complicated Relationship with Sharks through the Ages
Sharks have been on this planet for more than 400 million years – considerably longer than humans. That means ever…
From Hero to Zero: 20 of the Biggest Falls from Grace in History
Life has its ups and downs. And that’s just as true for the great and the good as it is…