# History
The Biggest Jerks In Royal History: 25 Royals Who Proved That Power Doesn’t Equal Decency
Jerk rulers, just like normal jerks in everyday life, have been all too common throughout history. Major difference, of course,…
The Craziest Cures & Health Fads from History
Health beliefs underwent many changes throughout history. Take obesity. Nowadays, we try our best to slim down and shed the…
The Biggest Screwups That Changed History
A mistake is usually best avoided, but fortunately for most of us most of the time, the consequences of our…
The Dark Side Of King Arthur & Other Disturbing Legends From History
The legendary King Arthur’s tale, as most of us have come to know it, has come to us through a…
Backstories Of History’s Most Iconic Photographs
A photo of Abraham Lincoln looking “normal” was desperately needed in the 1860 presidential campaign, to dispel a narrative that…
Insane Indulgences Of The Rich & Powerful From History
Lavish spending has long been a hallmark of the rich and powerful throughout history. Sometimes, however, the profligate spending exceeds…
Historic Plans That Catastrophically Backfired
The road to hell is often filled with good intentions. Few things better illustrate that than the efforts of Catholic…
The Worst Avoidable Disasters In World History
Disaster is likely if somebody shouts “FIRE!” in a crowded theater – which is why that is frowned upon, to…
Unforgettable Moments In Music History That Shocked The Media
Disco music took the world by storm in the 1970s, and like a sudden summer storm, it went away just…
The Most Dramatic & Short Lived Reigns of Power in History
Power is an aphrodisiac. Many pursue it, but not all can have it, and those who do manage to get…