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Kaleena Fraga

A staff writer for All That's Interesting, Kaleena Fraga has also had her work featured in The Washington Post and Gastro Obscura, and she published a book on the Seattle food scene for the Eat Like A Local series. She graduated from Oberlin College, where she earned a dual degree in American History and French.

Recent Posts

3,600-Year-Old Red Lipstick Discovered In Iran Is The Oldest Ever Found

3,600-Year-Old Red Lipstick Discovered In Iran Is The Oldest Ever Found

The lipstick was discovered in the Jiroft region of Kerman province in southern Iran.

A Hollowed-Out Bone Containing Hallucinogenic Henbane Seeds Was Discovered At A Roman Settlement In The Netherlands

A Hollowed-Out Bone Containing Hallucinogenic Henbane Seeds Was Discovered At A Roman Settlement In The Netherlands

Black henbane can be used medicinally or to cause visual hallucinations, and the bone container is the first evidence that ancient people deliberately collected and used the plant.

Inside Michael Jackson’s Death And The Fatal Overdose That Caused It

Inside Michael Jackson’s Death And The Fatal Overdose That Caused It

During a sleepless night, Michael Jackson reportedly begged his personal doctor to give him propofol on June 25, 2009. It was the last thing he ever did.

‘Titanic Of The Alps’ Shipwreck From 1933 To Be Raised From The Bottom Of Lake Constance

‘Titanic Of The Alps’ Shipwreck From 1933 To Be Raised From The Bottom Of Lake Constance

The Säntis operated for 40 years before it was sunk in 1933 — and it's so well-preserved that you can still read its name on the side of the ship.

Inert Nuclear Missile From The Cold War Found In Washington Man’s Garage

Inert Nuclear Missile From The Cold War Found In Washington Man’s Garage

The missile's owner found it at an estate sale. When he died, his neighbor tried to donate the missile to an Ohio museum.

Meet The Great Eared Nightjar, The Dragon-Like Bird Straight Out Of A Fantasy Film

Meet The Great Eared Nightjar, The Dragon-Like Bird Straight Out Of A Fantasy Film

One of the most unique birds found in India and Southeast Asia, the great eared nightjar is known for its distinctive ear-tufts and its ability to avoid predators.

Remains Of 7th-Century Avar Warrior With Stunningly Intact Armor Unearthed In Hungary

Remains Of 7th-Century Avar Warrior With Stunningly Intact Armor Unearthed In Hungary

The warrior was buried in the early 7th century C.E. and belonged to a group of fierce Eurasian nomads called Pannonian Avars.

Masters Student Inspecting Dinosaur Fossils Notices An Irregularity — And Discovers A Whole New Species

Masters Student Inspecting Dinosaur Fossils Notices An Irregularity — And Discovers A Whole New Species

Kyle Atkins-Weltman discovered a new dinosaur species, Eoneophron infernalis, while examining what he thought were Anzu wyliei fossils.

The Murky History Of The Ark Of The Covenant, The Most Sacred Relic Of The Ancient Israelites

The Murky History Of The Ark Of The Covenant, The Most Sacred Relic Of The Ancient Israelites

An elaborate gold-plated, wooden chest, the Ark of the Covenant is believed to hold the original Ten Commandments — but where is it?

Ancient Roman ‘Toilet Spoon’ Discovered By Metal Detectorist In Wales

Ancient Roman ‘Toilet Spoon’ Discovered By Metal Detectorist In Wales

Known as a ligula, this unusual object would have been used to extract cosmetics, perfume, or medicine from long-necked bottles.

The Tragic Story Of Yeardley Love, The UVA Lacrosse Player Murdered By Her Ex-Boyfriend

The Tragic Story Of Yeardley Love, The UVA Lacrosse Player Murdered By Her Ex-Boyfriend

On May 3, 2010, University of Virginia student Yeardley Love was found beaten to death in her apartment — and her ex-boyfriend George Huguely was soon arrested.