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The Curious Story Of Kim Ung-Yong, The South Korean Child Prodigy Who Became Known As A ‘Failed Genius’

The Curious Story Of Kim Ung-Yong, The South Korean Child Prodigy Who Became Known As A ‘Failed Genius’

Kim Ung-yong became famous as a child for his ability to speak multiple languages and solve complex equations, but he ultimately opted for a quiet life as a university professor.
2000-Year-Old Celtic War Trumpet Used In Battle Against The Romans Discovered During Construction In Eastern England

2000-Year-Old Celtic War Trumpet Used In Battle Against The Romans Discovered During Construction In Eastern England

This rare bronze relic is just one of only three ever found in England and is the most complete artifact of its kind unearthed anywhere in Europe.
‘We Were A Little Bit Unnerved’: Hundreds Of Victorian-Era Shoes Have Mysteriously Washed Up On A Beach In Wales

‘We Were A Little Bit Unnerved’: Hundreds Of Victorian-Era Shoes Have Mysteriously Washed Up On A Beach In Wales

Since September 2025, volunteers from Beach Academy have stumbled upon more than 400 pieces of footwear, largely made of black leather, at the little coastal town of Ogmore-by-Sea.
Scientists Have Captured Photographs Of A Tiny Cat Species Previously Thought To Be Extinct In Thailand

Scientists Have Captured Photographs Of A Tiny Cat Species Previously Thought To Be Extinct In Thailand

Cameras set up in a wildlife sanctuary in southern Thailand captured the first photographs of flat-headed cats in the country since 1995.
Richard Flaherty, The 4’9″ Green Beret Who Earned Two Purple Hearts In Vietnam And Smuggled Weapons To Nicaraguan Contras

Richard Flaherty, The 4’9″ Green Beret Who Earned Two Purple Hearts In Vietnam And Smuggled Weapons To Nicaraguan Contras

Despite his short stature, Richard Flaherty became known as the "Giant Killer" for his bravery on the battlefield — and beyond.
Archaeologists In Poland Just Unearthed A Roman-Era Brooch Decorated With Brightly Colored Enamel

Archaeologists In Poland Just Unearthed A Roman-Era Brooch Decorated With Brightly Colored Enamel

The 2,000-year-old discovery offers evidence of the rich trade network between the Roman Empire and the Baltic region.
The Life And Death Of Phil Lynott, The Thin Lizzy Singer Who Died While Battling A Heroin Addiction

The Life And Death Of Phil Lynott, The Thin Lizzy Singer Who Died While Battling A Heroin Addiction

Phil Lynott, the man behind hits like "The Boys Are Back in Town," collapsed after taking a large dose of heroin on Christmas Day 1985 and passed away from heart failure and pneumonia 10 days later at just 36 years old.
The Shocking Stories Of 11 Historical Events That Devolved Into Drunken Mayhem

The Shocking Stories Of 11 Historical Events That Devolved Into Drunken Mayhem

Alcohol and the drunken antics it inspired may have changed the outcome of several major events in history, from the celebration of King Henry VIII's alliance with France to the diplomatic meetings that followed the Napoleonic Wars.
How The Times Square Ball Drop Became One Of The World’s Most Iconic New Year’s Eve Celebrations

How The Times Square Ball Drop Became One Of The World’s Most Iconic New Year’s Eve Celebrations

For decades, New York City's Times Square has widely been considered the ultimate place to be on New Year's Eve — thanks to the century-long tradition of the ball drop.
‘I Thought She Would Live Forever’: Inside The Death Of Legendary Actress Betty White

‘I Thought She Would Live Forever’: Inside The Death Of Legendary Actress Betty White

Less than three weeks before her 100th birthday, Betty White died from a stroke at her Los Angeles home on December 31, 2021.