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A glimpse into the misunderstood history of geishaOctober 23, 2024 – Misconceptions about geisha that stem from highly sensationalized stories from Western perspectives flatten the complex cultural artistry of the profession.
A brief history of Rosh Hashanah, the kickoff to the Jewish New YearOctober 01, 2024 – Celebrated with trumpet blasts, prayers, and symbolic foods, this holiday marks the start of the Jewish high holy days.
How the Paralympic movement evolved into a major sporting eventAugust 30, 2024 – First founded as an archery contest for 16 disabled veterans, the games now rival the Olympics as an athletic spectacle.
This slave rebellion on an idyllic island was almost lost to history–until nowSeptember 06, 2024 – Long overshadowed by glittering turquoise beaches that attract honeymooners and wealthy sunseekers, a 290-year-old slave rebellion on the island of St. John is finally getting public acknowledgement.
How Ouija went from quirky parlor game to the most feared spirit board in historySeptember 19, 2024 – Once a beloved game that bridged the living and the dead, the Ouija board’s reputation has changed dramatically, from Victorian entertainment to a symbol of supernatural mystery.
The real history behind the legend of Sun Wukong, China's Monkey KingAugust 29, 2024 – Video game “Black Myth: Wukong” is introducing an entirely new audience to the star character from 16th century classic “Journey to the West.”
Cleopatra IS brat? These 5 women in history were the OG brat girlsJuly 29, 2024 – Charli XCX may have popularized the “brat” persona, but this rebellious lifestyle has deep historical roots.
Here's what made Hurricane Katrina one of the worst storms in U.S. historyAugust 29, 2024 – With winds reaching as high as 120 miles per hour, the Category 3 storm devastated New Orleans and coastal Louisiana—and its effects are still felt today.
Symbol of opulence or sign of witchcraft? Here’s a colorful history of red lipstick.May 08, 2024 – From its early use by prostitutes in ancient Greece to a symbol of glamor in Hollywood, rouge lips has long been associated with beauty, power, and rebellion.
Think ‘Bridgerton’ or ‘Saltburn’ are scandalous? Here’s the sordid history behind these English country homesMay 14, 2024 – From sex scandals to political intrigues, these are the real-life stories of 6 noble residences.
Europe's historic islands you shouldn't missMarch 11, 2024 – From ancient cultural sites to precious artefacts, Europe’s islands are filled with historical intrigue and fascinating insights into the past.
Sicilian seduction: do you know the secret history of cannoli?February 23, 2024 – While they might seem to many like simple pastries, in Sicily cannoli are known for both their suggestive shape and their somewhat bawdy origins.
The ancient—and mysterious—history of ‘abracadabra’March 01, 2024 – The earliest mention comes from a text in the second century A.D., which used the term as a treatment for fevers.
The true history of Einstein's role in developing the atomic bombFebruary 21, 2024 – The legendary physicist urged the U.S. to build the devastating weapon during World War II—and was haunted by the consequences. “I did not see any other way out.”
Irish Claddagh rings have an unexpected history—it involves pirates.January 11, 2024 – You’ve seen the iconic heirloom with two hands clasping a crowned heart. Do you know its history?
The tragic history of the largest uninhabited island on EarthOctober 10, 2024 – Explore the relics of failed settlements, doomed expeditions, and ancient Inuit history on Devon Island, one of the Arctic’s most unforgiving landscapes.
