People
The Ugly Truth Behind The Most Outrageous Beauty Standards Around The World
People risk everything for beauty - even their lives. Throughout history, humans have squeezed into corsets, swallowed parasites, and painted…
History’s Ultimate GOATs: The Legendary Figures Who Changed the World
We all learn about famous historical figures in school, but the most interesting characters often get only a brief mention.…
From Salt to Stones: These Everyday Items Were Hotter Than Gold in Ancient Times
Ask anyone to name the ultimate ancient treasure, and gold tops the list every time. But rewind the clock, and…
Decadent and Depraved Roman Emperors Who Shocked their Subjects
The Roman Empire oversaw a period of unprecedented prosperity and stability that came to be known as the Pax Romana.…
Strange Laws Around The World That Actually Made It To The Books
Every law has a story. Sometimes it's a tale of public safety or maintaining order. Other times, it's about a…
History’s Loophole Finders: How They Beat The System and Actually Got Away With It
Some rules have gaps big enough to drive a truck through. From a guy who turned pudding cups into a…
Crazy 1930s-40s Extremists Who Tried to Rewrite Japan’s History
The Japanese people, both inside Japan and in immigrant communities outside the home islands, had to deal with some bizarre…
33 Untold Historical Stories That Changed the World
Take everything you think you know about history and set it aside. Did you know Native Americans could smell European…
Warfare: Generals Who Shaped How Battles are Fought From Ancient Times Through the Gunpowder Age
Warfare has probably existed since the first band of hominids cracked the heads of a rival band with sticks and…
Assassins: The Medieval Murder Cult That Terrorized the Middle East
Long before modern Middle Eastern terrorism, there was the medieval Order of Assassins, a murderous cult led by a mysterious…