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People have been drawn to things that promise them youth, longevity, and fertility all throughout history. Many products on supermarket shelves promise the same things today. A key difference between modern times and the past is that science has given people a way to see whether something is truly effective or not. Before this, there

Many people can trace their roots back to a famous figure. But some are on a mission to fix misconceptions about their ancestors—like in the cases of Sitting Bull and Rosa Parks. Also, discover what Hitler’s great-nephews are up to, which Charles Dickens descendant was in Game of Thrones, and why Dante’s family is demanding

If you’re a fan of the paranormal, you’ll love exploring the haunted places in Kansas. Known as the “Sunflower State,” Kansas is home to a variety of eerie locations that are said to be haunted by ghosts and other supernatural entities. From grand hotels to historic homes, there are plenty of places to visit for

It is not hyperbole to say that when Star Wars hit theaters in 1977, it changed cinema history forever. But while it may have seemed to have arrived from a galaxy far, far away, director George Lucas drew inspiration for his universe from multiple sources, including history, mythology, theology, and, as we will explore here,

Situated within the rugged expanse of the Rocky Mountains lies Rocky Mountain National Park, a beloved tourist destination. Since its establishment in 1915, an unknown number of individuals have disappeared in the area. From seasoned adventurers to novice explorers, a select few have ventured into the park’s depths only to meet tragic fates, their stories

Prison and prison life remain a fascinating subject for us law abiders. We all know the anecdotal (and likely terrible advice) handed out to people new to the clink: fight the biggest guy and assert dominance, watch yourself in the showers, etc. Women’s prisons, while more of an unknown, have crept into the public eye

Mark Twain once said, “A lie can spread halfway around the world while the truth is still putting on its shoes.” In the days of the internet, we could modify this to “a lie can spread several times around the world—and become ingrained fact—before the truth even wakes up and rubs its bleary eyes.” This

It’s tough to break through in the music business. There are a million acts clamoring for everybody’s attention all the time. And with the modern music industry as it is, even though streaming services like Spotify have upended the traditional music delivery path, that has also meant a million more acts and groups and singers

The law allows people to change their names, maybe to give such people a sense of self-fulfillment or to make life better. We may never know the real reason behind this privilege; however, what we do know is that some people have abused it and seized the opportunity to make extremely bizarre legal name changes.

Neanderthals have been extinct for millennia, but roughly 1 to 4% of their DNA live on in modern Eurasian populations. This is not a rare case—long-gone species continue to echo in many modern creatures. Thanks to the miracle of evolution and inheritance, the ghosts of the cave bear, auroch, and several mysterious ancestors still walk

Welcome, fellow magical enthusiasts, to a journey through the corridors of the Wizarding World. As we don our cloaks and brandish a wand, we delve into the top ten Wizarding World mysteries that were never fully explained. So grab your Butterbeer, settle into your comfiest armchair, and prepare to uncover the riddles that continue to

Of the many “what-ifs” that can be asked about the Second World War, one stands out among the others. What if the Nazis had nuclear bombs? It certainly would have changed the outcome, and the world should thank its lucky stars that they never did. But they had the resources and the brain power, so

Welcome to the era of breaking curses instead of merely complaining about them. Gone are the days of being shackled by generational woes. We’re shaking off the cobwebs of outdated stereotypes and carving our own paths. In this list, we’re diving into the top ten generational curses Millennials are gleefully shattering. So grab your cold

As the years pass, history has a tendency to take on a life of its own. This leads to the formation of popular misunderstandings in the minds of the public. Many of those mistaken thoughts about “facts” and what “supposedly” happened center on key figures and events. This myth-making is true from early American history

Native peoples who populated the United States long before it was the United States had a deep connection to the land and its creatures. Their stories and rituals were born from that connection, and there are legends from those times that elicit a primal, horrified response from those who hear them today. Here are ten

The Gnostics were an early, heretical sect of Christianity that held starkly different views from orthodox—or official—Christian beliefs. The foundational tenet of Gnosticism is that the world was created by an inferior and corrupt God. Therefore, the world as it is known today is inferior and corrupt. However, a piece of the true superior god

Since the very first onscreen kiss between May Irwin and John Rice, which was filmed by William Heise for Thomas Edison in 1896, there have been thousands upon thousands of kisses captured on camera for films and TV shows. Romance films are, of course, filled with lip-locking couples, but kisses crop up in all genres.

War comes with its fair share of propaganda. On and off the battlefield, the various players try to control the narrative. Whether it’s for support in their war efforts from the masses or simply to lift the morale of those in the trenches, stories of heroes and victims are an important part of the whole

Welcome to the digital playground where innocence meets mischief. We’ve all heard about the wild adventures and heroic quests in video games meant for kids. But we can’t forget about the mischievous side. Here are ten crimes committed on video games meant for kids. Related: Top 10 Hidden Levels in Video Games 10 Cheating/Hacking Cheating

The cathedrals of Europe are some of the oldest buildings still in use today. Many are well over 1,000 years old and have collected important historical items over the centuries. But over time, the truth about such things can easily get lost. Winchester Cathedral in the south of England houses a famous example. The centuries-old