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There’s A Giant Rock Formation Off Japan’s Coast And No One Knows If It’s Manmade

The Yonaguni Monument wasn't discovered until 1987, and in that short time, it's already become a tourist attraction off Yonaguni Island.

By All That's Interesting Feb 23, 2018

There’s A Giant Rock Formation Off Japan’s Coast And No One Knows If It’s Manmade

The Yonaguni Monument wasn't discovered until 1987, and in that short time, it's already become a tourist attraction off Yonaguni Island.

By All That's Interesting February 23, 2018

The Disturbingly Literal Origins Of The Phrase “Cat Got Your Tongue?”

From torture to witches to dismemberment, "Cat got your tongue" has origins more sinister than you ever imagined.

By William DeLong Feb 22, 2018

The Disturbingly Literal Origins Of The Phrase “Cat Got Your Tongue?”

From torture to witches to dismemberment, "Cat got your tongue" has origins more sinister than you ever imagined.

By William DeLong February 22, 2018

Queen Boudica And Her Epic Revenge Against The Romans

In her revenge, Boudica and her army cut people up, impaled them on skewers, and crucified and hanged them.

By Kara Goldfarb Feb 22, 2018

Queen Boudica And Her Epic Revenge Against The Romans

In her revenge, Boudica and her army cut people up, impaled them on skewers, and crucified and hanged them.

By Kara Goldfarb February 22, 2018

Is Death From Laughter Real? Chrysippus And Others Say Yes

See the evidence that Chrysippus and other historical figures may have succumbed to death from laughter.

By Aimee Lamoureux Feb 19, 2018

Is Death From Laughter Real? Chrysippus And Others Say Yes

See the evidence that Chrysippus and other historical figures may have succumbed to death from laughter.

By Aimee Lamoureux February 19, 2018

Meet Zenobia — The Warrior Queen Of The Middle East

In 267 A.D., Zenobia took over the Palmyrene Empire as the queen regent. Just a few years later, she had Egypt, Asia Minor, and the Levant under her control.

By Aimee Lamoureux Feb 16, 2018

Meet Zenobia — The Warrior Queen Of The Middle East

In 267 A.D., Zenobia took over the Palmyrene Empire as the queen regent. Just a few years later, she had Egypt, Asia Minor, and the Levant under her control.

By Aimee Lamoureux February 16, 2018

Unlocking The Mysteries Of Ulfberht Swords, The All-Powerful Viking Swords

See the all-powerful Ulfberht swords and discover how their makers might have been able to build a blade so strong that it still baffles experts.

By Wyatt Redd Feb 14, 2018

Unlocking The Mysteries Of Ulfberht Swords, The All-Powerful Viking Swords

See the all-powerful Ulfberht swords and discover how their makers might have been able to build a blade so strong that it still baffles experts.

By Wyatt Redd February 14, 2018

The 30,000 Year History Of The Dildo

From the Stone Age to Ancient Greece to the present, there's been one tool that nearly every civilization has kept handy.

By All That's Interesting Feb 12, 2018

The 30,000 Year History Of The Dildo

From the Stone Age to Ancient Greece to the present, there's been one tool that nearly every civilization has kept handy.

By All That's Interesting February 12, 2018

23 Medieval Knights Facts That Separate Fact From Fiction

Discover the most surprising medieval knights facts that go beyond the swords and the armor to reveal the truths that most people don't know.

By Erin Kelly Feb 12, 2018

23 Medieval Knights Facts That Separate Fact From Fiction

Discover the most surprising medieval knights facts that go beyond the swords and the armor to reveal the truths that most people don't know.

By Erin Kelly February 12, 2018

23 Famous Random Objects From History And Where They Are Now

From Lincoln's Ford's Theater rocking chair to Lewis And Clark's Compass, these objects not only changed the course of history but remain to tell their story.

By Erin Kelly Feb 10, 2018

23 Famous Random Objects From History And Where They Are Now

From Lincoln's Ford's Theater rocking chair to Lewis And Clark's Compass, these objects not only changed the course of history but remain to tell their story.

By Erin Kelly February 10, 2018