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Jeopardy host Alex Trebek, (L) poses contestant Ken Jennings after his earnings from his record breaking streak on the gameshow surpassed 1 million dollars July 14, 2004 in Culver City, California.

The Most Memorable Jeopardy! Moments

As Alex Trebek battled pancreatic cancer, one contestant risked it all to make a heartbreaking tribute to the beloved host.
January 17, 2025 Samantha Henman
Painted portrait of Saint Olga, Princess of Kiev

Merciless Facts About Olga of Kiev, The Ruthless Saint Of Kievan Rus’

Olga of Kiev had a ruthless reputation—known for the infamous stories of her bloodlust—but her ultimate fate was one of the biggest surprises in history.
January 16, 2025 Brendan Da Costa

Are You A Football Buff? How Many Of These NFL Trivia Questions Can You Answer?

Football is the biggest sport in America. It dominates the conversation and the ratings, and we love it. But how much do you know about the sport and its history? Well, see how many of these 20 NFL questions you can answer correctly.
January 16, 2025 Jesse Singer

History's Disappearing Woman

Lee Miller's incredible life has been covered in the 2024 film Lee. Detailing her rise from a fashion model to one of the most important photographers of the 20th century. Elizabeth Miller's ability to capture some of history's most pivotal moments in the 20th century, most famously during the Second World War, set her apart as history's disappearing woman.
January 16, 2025 Jack Hawkins

Why The Mayan Civilization Collapsed

There are many theories about the collapse of the Mayan civilization, but recent archaeological evidence reveals that the real culprit was a volatile climate.
January 16, 2025 Julian Karas

Think You Know America? Answer These American History Questions To Find Out

The United States may not be that old as a country, but it has been through a lot—created, at least in part, by the will of men to be free from tyranny. We've devised a quiz that covers the bulk of American history—see how you do it and whether you remember as many of your American History classes as you think.
January 15, 2025 Jack Hawkins

How Many Of These American Revolutionary War Questions Can You Answer?

The American Revolutionary War, fought between 1775 and 1883, pitted American statesmen and politicians against the British Army and the Crown. Let's test your knowledge of the American War of Independence.
January 15, 2025 Jack Hawkins

Odd Facts About Blondes Most People Don't Know

Do blondes really have more fun? Well, the answer is complicated. And there's a whole lot of other facts about blondes that surprised us.
January 15, 2025 Jane O'Shea
Matilda of Scotland, Queen of Henry I, (c1850s). Matilda (1080-1118), daughter of Malcolm III of Scotland, married Henry I of England in 1100.

Surprising Facts About Matilda Of Scotland, Good Queen Maud

Queen Matilda was the polar opposite of her cruel husband King Henry I of England—and he dealt her a brutal betrayal in death.
January 14, 2025 Nikolas C.

Things About Medieval Ages We Get Totally Wrong

Turns out it’s a myth that people in the Middle Ages had a short life expectancy—but the truth behind this misconception is more heartbreaking than people know.
January 14, 2025 M. Clarke

The Most Iconic And Inspiring Quotes From History

World leaders say the darndest things. Sometimes, their speeches can leave us afraid, excited, invigorated, filled with national pride, or abject horror. Let's break down some of the most iconic and inspiring quotes from world leaders that inspired us, shocked us, or might have even been catalysts for changes in the world.
January 13, 2025 Jack Hawkins

The Imperial Fabergé Eggs And Their Stories

The Fabergé eggs are among the world’s most valuable treasures—which is why experts were shocked to discover the most recent one in such a mind-boggling place.
January 10, 2025 Tom Miller


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