The Truth About The Underground Chamber In The Lincoln Memorial
The long-forgotten Lincoln Memorial basement, known as the "Undercroft," is expected to reopen for tours after an extensive renovation.
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Halley's Comet's Stunning Connection To Three Of History's Biggest Events
Halley's Comet has been an alleged herald of momentous events shaping humanity. Here are three times the celestial body was seen ahead of important events.
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The Complicated History Of Scientology
Scientology is highly secretive about what happens inside the organization, but whistleblowers and former Scientologists reveal more information every year.
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How Nostradamus' Judaism Helped Shape His Science
History has often overlooked a critical facet of Nostradamus' upbringing, both in a cultural and mystical sense. Nostradamus, it turns out, was Jewish.
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Did The Ancient Greeks Actually Use Marijuana?
Despite every generation making its unique contributions to human culture, the fact is, there's rarely anything new under the sun. Including cannabis use.
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What Was Used As Paint In Cave Paintings?
We think of our distant, cave-dwelling ancestors as focused on basic survival: eat; don't get eaten. Caves around the world have preserved more: their art.
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The Symbolism Behind Flowers In LGBTQ+ History
Particularly in recent history, floral imagery has taken root in several parts of LGBTQ+ history. This is the symbolism behind flowers in LGBTQ+ history.
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Things Only Adults Notice When Reading The Bible
Though many children learn about the Bible in Sunday school, those teachings aren't everything. These are some things only adults notice when reading the Bible.
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What Queen Victoria Really Thought About Motherhood
Queen Victoria once wrote that children often turn out to be a "bitter disappointment" to their parents. What did she really think about motherhood?
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The Untold Truth Of Christianity
Any time something is as old as Christianity, there are going to be some hidden secrets or common misconceptions. This is the untold truth of Christianity.
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Here's Why Blackcurrant Was Banned In The US For Over 50 Years
Blackcurrants are a fruit common in European pastries and teas, but many people in the U.S. may have never tasted one if they haven't traveled abroad.
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Uranus Originally Had This Very Ordinary Name
Uranus has a unique name in that it's the only planetary moniker with a toilet humor-based joke attached. Here's the history of how it came by its name.
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Monarchs Who Have Celebrated A Platinum Jubilee
In the United Kingdom, there is a nationwide party called a jubilee to mark the anniversary of a monarch's reign after 25, 50, and 60 years.
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Stephen Hawking Made Star Trek History With This Moment
Stephen Hawking had one of the most agile scientific minds in history. He was also known for his humor which he put to good use in an episode of "Star Trek."
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Why These Countries Don't Exist Anymore
Most people would probably prefer to think of their nation, with its customs, currencies, political structures, as fairly permanent. Sometimes fate intervenes.
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The Most Wanted Nazis Of All Time
With the conclusion of the war in Europe, the free world sought justice for those who had been victims of Nazi war crimes. Manhunts began for the accused.
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The Untold Truth Of Martin Luther
You don't have to dig far to realize that human beings are complicated creatures. That's true of the common folk, as well as significant historical figures.
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Why Do The Lincoln Memorial's Walls Tilt Inward?
It's not unusual for an impressive, influential individual in a nation's history to be remembered through an impressive structure created in their honor.
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Albert Einstein's Letter To Marie Curie Was Full Of Great Advice
Whatever their accomplishments -- their laborious research, their "aha!" moments -- scientists -- even brilliant scientists -- are still human beings.
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How A Cartoon Voice Actress Made Richard Nixon's Enemies List
Voice acting always seems like a pretty solid gig. No costumes, no memorizing lines, no makeup. Show up, read the words. What could go wrong?
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How The LGBTQ+ Community Reclaimed The Pink Triangle From The Nazis
A symbol of solidarity among the LGBTQ+ community, the pink triangle embodies resistance, strength, and a firm rebuke of the horrors of past Nazi oppression.
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Why Is The Alphabet In The ABC Order It Is?
The history of the alphabet, from its origins in trade routes, provides a few clues as to how and why it's rendered today in a specific order.
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US Presidents Who Ran Unopposed In Their Elections
The United States prides itself on its robust arena of political debate, but it wasn't always that way. Years ago, two presidents ran for election unopposed.
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The Origins Of 'Yo Mama' Jokes Are A Lot Older Than Think
'Yo mama' jokes have been a mainstay of schoolyards, street corners, and comedy stages for years, but their origins are a lot older than you think.
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What Queen Elizabeth's Daily Routine Is Really Like
The Queen's daily routine is actually quite rigorous, especially considering her age. Here's what Queen Elizabeth gets up to everyday.
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The Historical And Scientific Inspiration Behind Kate Bush's Cloudbusting
When watching the music video of Kate Bush's "Cloudbusting," it's hard to believe that the video is largely based on a true story. Let's take a look.
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How Kublai Khan Finished What Genghis Khan Started
Genghis Khan was a legendary military leader, warrior, and founder of the Mongolian Empire. Here's how Kublai Khan finished what he started.
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