Why Women Were Once Banned From Playing Soccer
While women's soccer has been in the spotlight for many years, there was a time when women were not allowed to be on the field.
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The Real Reason Many Churches Deny The Existence Of Purgatory
Many Christians believe that the dead will spend eternity in heaven or hell (though whether these are real places, or are more metaphorical is in dispute).
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Inside The Time Paris Had A Baby Lottery
Raising money via raffles or selling candy is nothing out of the ordinary. But in 1911, a foundling hospital in Paris took this concept a little too far.
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The Transformation Of Twitter From 15 Years Ago To Today
When Twitter first came onto the scene in 2006, it was a text messaging service, and over the years, the platform has gone through quite a few updates.
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How Joseph Stalin Was Even More Evil Than You Think
Joseph Stalin once claimed that "if only one man dies of hunger, that is a tragedy. If millions die, that's only [a] statistic."
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10 Best Benjamin Franklin Inventions
From bifocal glasses and the eponymous Franklin stove to the flexible catheter and a spill-proof soup bowl, discover the 10 best Benjamin Franklin inventions.
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The Judas Theory In The Bible That Would Change Everything
There's a gospel from the second century that reveals a new Judas theory in the Bible that would change everything. Here's what we know about it.
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What The Mummy Gets Wrong About Archaeology
The movie "The Mummy" gets a lot wrong about archaeology. Discover the details of what archaeologists really do and how the film gets it wrong.
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A Look At Princess Diana's Relationship With The Queen
The relationship between the Queen and Diana was pretty complicated and underwent many changes over the years. Here's what happened.
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The One Image Of Theodore Roosevelt You'll Never Be Able To Find
Theodore Roosevelt disliked a painting of him so much that he had it destroyed.
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The Time Jackie Kennedy Opened A School In The White House
From the beginning of her term as first lady, Jackie Kennedy prioritized her family and maintaining their privacy - which is what led to a White House school.
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What Really Happened To Jesus' Cross?
One set of relics that Christendom has been concerned about for millennia is the very cross on which Jesus Christ was nailed and left to die, the "True Cross."
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Sad Details Revealed In Tiger King's Erik Cowie's Autopsy Report
When Erik Cowie was found dead, facedown in a bedroom in New York on September 3, the cause was unknown but the 53-year-old's death didn't look suspicious.
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The Reason Jehovah's Witnesses Don't Celebrate Birthdays
Jehovah's Witnesses live by some rules that outsiders may find unusual. One of those guidelines is about not celebrating anyone's birthday, for several reasons.
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The Mary Magdalene Theory That Would Change Everything
One of the most mysterious figures of biblical history is that of Mary Magdalene, and now, there's a Mary Magdalene theory that would change everything.
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How John D. Rockefeller Avoided Civil War Combat
Though John D. Rockefeller was publicly and staunchly abolitionist, he found ways of side-stepping his duty to the Union when the Civil War broke out in 1861.
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10 Best Nikola Tesla Inventions
The story of Tesla's inventions is as complex as he was. Sometimes, other inventors received credit for inventions and breakthroughs Tesla completed first.
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The Surprising Way Ellis Island Was Used During World War I And World War II
We don't really think of Ellis Island as mysterious and haunting. In our history books, its existence has been idealized. For most, it's a symbol of resilience.
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Jackie Kennedy Nearly Married This Man Instead Of JFK
Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis was, at one point, arguably the most famous woman in the world. Not to mention the most talked about, and most sought after.
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The Truth About Helen Of Sparta, Menelaus, And Paris Of Troy's Love Triangle
The story of Helen, wife of Menelaus of Sparta, and her epic love triangle has been passed down the millennia and recounted by some of history's greatest poets.
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How The Mob Was Involved In The Fishing Industry
Some of the fields they were known for being heavily involved in were gambling, construction, garbage disposal, labor union, and fishing.
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The Most Controversial Movies Based On The Bible Explained
Hollywood and organized religion have long had a difficult relationship. Here are some of the most controversial movies based on the Bible.
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How The American Revolution Impacted The French Revolution
From the French perspective, the political opportunities presented by the American Revolution were perhaps best described as a mirage.
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Colin Powell
On October 18, 2021, the world said goodbye to U.S. general, statesman, public figure, and young person's mentor, Colin Powell. He was 84.
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12 Best Leonardo Da Vinci Inventions
Leonardo da Vinci invented many creations that were ahead of their time. Here are a few of the best concepts and inventions from the Italian genius.
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The Truth About The Leader Of Scientology David Miscavige's Relationship With Tom Cruise
Scientology leader David Miscavige has been friends with Tom Cruise for decades.
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The Truth About Princess Diana's Relationship With The Royal Family
Here's the truth about Princess Diana's relationship with the royal family, including all her in-laws, her beloved sons, and the most controversial princess.
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