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Tudor Jewel Amongst 2021 Treasure Finds British Museum Reports Today

A Metal Detectorist Just Found A Priceless Tudor Treasure

In 2019, an English man got much more than he bargained for when he found an absolutely stunning lost treasure that belonged to one of the Tudor era’s most remarkable figures.
December 11, 2024 Samantha Henman

America's Greatest Daredevils

Taking risks for maximum reward is all part of the American experience—but these stuntmen and women took that to a whole new level. Here are some of America's Greatest Daredevils of all time.
December 6, 2024 Jack Hawkins

The Most Important Inventions Of The 21st Century So Far

The 21st century is almost a quarter over—but the last (nearly) 25 years have been eventful in the context of inventions and innovations that meant massive changes in human advancement from the previous century's technological boom of the latter half of the 20th century. Let's go over some of the most important inventions of the 21st century so far.
December 2, 2024 Jack Hawkins

The 20th Century's Most Important Inventions

Many of these 20th century inventions changed the course of humanity—transforming the way we perform our most basic daily functions. These 20th century inventions were revolutionary.
December 2, 2024 Jack Hawkins

The Weirdest Mixed-Breed Dogs Ever

Have you ever walked past a mixed-breed dog and thought, "What is that?" We have too, that's why we've compiled this list of the weirdest mixed-breed dogs out there.
November 22, 2024 Jack Hawkins
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Ruinous Facts About Tommy Kirk, The Disney Star With A Secret

The success of child star Tommy Kirk made a fortune for Disney—and then he simply disappeared. But what made him leave the entertainment world behind?
November 21, 2024 Byron Fast
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Rare Photos Of The Kalbeliya, India's Saperas (Snake-Charmers)

As of 2024, UNESCO recorded over 60 million people in India living as nomads. Here's the fascinating story of one of these tribes based in Rajasthan—the snake-charmers.
November 20, 2024 Peter Kinney
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Odd Facts About Redheads Most People Don't Know

Why do "redheads" or people born with red hair need a separate distinction? Because it's more than just about the color. Even red hair has a history and scientific facts linked to it. Let's check them out.
November 15, 2024 Jane O'Shea

Extraordinary Lives: Legends Who Changed The World

Not everyone lives to see people singing their praises. But the lives of these influential individuals surely do. They have created history and are remembered for their contributions and achievements even today. Here is a display of their extraordinary lives.
November 14, 2024 Marlon Wright
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How Did Our Ancestors Live Through Bitter Cold During The Middle Ages?

Winter is the season of peace and holidays, but not to our ancestors who were in an unbalanced fight with Mother Nature. So, without heated blankets, HVAC systems, heating pads, and radiators, how did people survive the cold winters?
October 31, 2024 Alex Summers
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The Rise Of The American Dollar Princess (How American Women Were Sold Into Royalty)

When riches met royalty, American heiresses swapped dollars for dukes. Let’s see how they sailed across the pond and got themselves a title and a husband. So, once upon a time…
October 30, 2024 Peter Kinney
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How Peasants Actually Lived In Medieval Europe

Ever feel like your workday is tough? Now, imagine that toil ten or a hundred-fold as the medieval peasants did. Hard labor was the norm, and the occasional disease outbreak was a ‘bonus.’ Read on for the hard facts.
October 28, 2024 Alex Summers


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