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Times change, and there are a lot of differences between the past and the present. As the Mongol Empire, Qing Dynasty, and Ottoman Empire collapsed and humanity adapted to the changes, so did cultural and culinary changes. However, what surprises us is that there are some meals from the ancient world that we find bizarre

Unfortunately, death is a very real part of life that no one can either predict or evade. Death knows no age, ethnicity, marital status, or religion and can come when we least expect it. Yet no matter the timing, the process of death also brings unbearable grief and sadness for those who have been left

There have been plenty of monarchs throughout history, most of whom died young due to disease, insurrection, or other causes. However, some monarchs went on to live extremely long lives—and to continue ruling their kingdoms to boot. Here are ten of the oldest monarchs who remained on the throne despite their age. Related: 10 Unlikely

Indiana Jones is one of the best action-adventure franchises of all time. Created by Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, the movies (and one episode of The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles) star Harrison Ford as a whip-cracking archaeologist who goes on dangerous quests to recover important artifacts. With Ford apparently making his last outing as the

Ancient monuments are physical structures or buildings constructed during ancient times, typically for religious, cultural, or political purposes. These structures are considered to be of great historical and cultural significance, as they provide insight into the civilizations that created them and the architectural achievements of their time. From towering pyramids to intricate temples, these monuments

Popular superstitions, urban legends, and myths die hard. Once a few thousand (or a few million, really) people start to believe something, it never quite seems to go away. Of course, many of these commonly-known myths are flat-out false. Take, for example, the threat of rain on your wedding day—to reference a famous song. Just

Modern warfare features many more weapons and tactics than only those seen on the battlefield. Propaganda is often used by all sides to maintain morale, turn public sentiment against the enemy, and quell dissent. In addition to usual propaganda tools like posters and broadcasts, references to enemy states are often erased from society. This can

Over their long history, the French have had their share of monsters, such as the serial sex offender Marquis de Sade, mass guillotiner and witch hunter Maximilien de Robespierre, WWII traitor Maréchal Pétain, and, more recently, Pierre Chanal, who murdered seventeen boys. Yet one that isn’t discussed much is Gilles de Rais, which may be

Some classic TV sitcoms have become so popular viewers didn’t want them to end. It can be a struggle to keep a show fresh and find ways for the characters to continue growing. As a result, a series cast, characters, or premise might be so altered it seems like a different show by the time

Where is Cleopatra’s tomb? Who made the devil’s footprints? What happened to Abigail Williams? If you don’t know about any of those queries yet, you are sure to after this surprising list of history’s most persistent mysteries. Historians spend their careers studying life’s most important questions. Yes, there are plenty of major historical events that

The Fermi Paradox is one of the most puzzling problems about living in our universe. Based on our current understanding of biology and physics, we should see alien civilizations or signs of their existence across the night sky. Yet as far as we can tell, we are alone in the cosmos. Why is this? One

Imagine you’re at the helm of a spaceship, cruising through the universe of healthcare. Out of nowhere, a meteor shower of technology—Artificial Intelligence, to be precise—is fast approaching. This AI stuff, it’s zipping around, altering the course of everything we’ve ever known about healthcare. Feeling a bit edgy? You’re not alone. Many of us are

Fast food chain restaurants tend to be fairly uniform. From the food on the menu to the interior furnishings, everything is designed to be near-identical in branches across the world. This creates a cohesive brand identity and provides patrons with a sense of familiarity, but there are some notable exceptions. For instance, some chains carry

Everyone knows New Orleans can be a mysterious and sometimes dangerous city. While The Big Easy is known for Mardi Gras, jazz, and letting the good times roll, many unexplained and violent stories shroud the history of the Crescent City. Strange goings on in The French Quarter in the middle of the night have led

Some movies are unforgettable cinematic masterpieces that inspire and deeply touch us. However, some movies receive an excessive amount of hype and attention. It’s difficult to determine what makes a movie overrated: Is it due to excessive promotion, failure to deliver, or a disconnect between critics and the audience? Join me as I explore the

There are certain places in the world where you don’t necessarily have to have been there yourself to know what to expect. Disney World, for example, brings to most minds a childlike exuberance that defies age and circumstance. You also don’t need to set foot on Paradise Beach in Mykonos to know that it offers

It seems as though every day that a new and exciting discovery is made by scientists on Earth and in space, or when new research from past discoveries comes to light—all increasing our scientific knowledge. Please read on to get a taste of what our scientists are hard at work doing in their continuous quest

True artists don’t strive for fame. But even so, it’s vital for their work to be seen, read, or otherwise experienced by the public. The wider the audience, the stronger the artist’s influence on prevailing thoughts and opinions. And all artists—authors, painters, singers, and more—want their work seen, analyzed, and considered by society. The most

Nature is full of organisms with abilities that defy belief. For humans, super speed is an ability only found in fictional characters like The Flash, but it is an everyday reality for a small number of species. They do not necessarily run, fly or swim at great speeds, so you will not find cheetahs and

Purgatory is defined as a place where the souls of the dead or dying must exonerate their sins before passing on to the afterlife or as a place of prolonged suffering, expiation, or remorse. In any case, it may seem like an odd place to set a film. But the plots of the movies on