# Catholic
30 Popes Who Changed History: The Most Shocking, Powerful, and Controversial Leaders of the Catholic Church
The papacy has existed for nearly 2,000 years, with each pope shaping history through doctrine, diplomacy, and sometimes drama. From foundational changes in Church policy to scandals and bold theological moves, the…
Henry VIII’s “Ugly” Wife Ended Up Having The Last Laugh
As one of history’s most infamous kings, Henry VIII of England is most well known for one thing: his seemingly…
This Failed Plot Nearly Changed History and the ‘Traitor’ Responsible Turned Into a Symbol of Resistance that Spans Centuries
“Remember, Remember, the fifth of November, the gunpowder treason and plot; I know of no reason why the gunpowder treason…
This was the European Witch Craze that Fueled the Salem Witch Trials
The European Witch-Craze spanned over centuries during the early modern period, resulting in the deaths of thousands across Europe. Most…
40 of the Most Influential People of All Time
The people who influenced history the most, the "movers and shakers" from ancient times until today, have one thing in…
20 Historical Figures Who Changed The World, and Also Committed Monstrous Deeds
People are usually complex, and throughout history, other than at the extremes of the moral spectrum, few significant figures have…
Pope Stephen VI Dug Up His Predecessor’s Corpse and Put it on Trial
Generally speaking, the papacy is a prestigious institution today, and popes are highly respected figures. During long stretches of the…
10 of History’s Most Scandalous Popes
Papal controversies these days are just not what they used to be. Take the current Pope Francis, a widely popular…
10 Catastrophic Solutions That Backfired Spectacularly and Made the Problem Worse
Good intentions often go awry, and that is why the road to hell is said to be paved with them.…
10 of History’s Most Remarkable Hoaxes and Forgeries
Hoaxes are falsehoods deliberately concocted to masquerade as the truth and can range from the trivial, amounting to little more…