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What Year Is It? The Answer Is More Complicated Than You Think

Go inside the complicated history of what year it is right now, according to the cultures and religions that don't follow the Gregorian calendar.

By Erin Kelly • Dec 30, 2023

What Year Is It? The Answer Is More Complicated Than You Think

Go inside the complicated history of what year it is right now, according to the cultures and religions that don't follow the Gregorian calendar.

By Erin Kelly • December 30, 2023

Inside The Reconquista, The Centuries-Long Battle For Control Of The Iberian Peninsula

After Muslim armies conquered the Iberian Peninsula in the eighth century, European forces began a campaign to retake the territory, which would ultimately last about 770 years.

By Marco Margaritoff • Dec 29, 2023

Inside The Reconquista, The Centuries-Long Battle For Control Of The Iberian Peninsula

After Muslim armies conquered the Iberian Peninsula in the eighth century, European forces began a campaign to retake the territory, which would ultimately last about 770 years.

By Marco Margaritoff • December 29, 2023

Inside 9 Of The Most Fascinating Archaeological Discoveries Unearthed In 2023

This year, archaeologists made a wealth of stunning finds that spanned world history, from ancient Egypt's mummified crocodiles to medieval Spain's penis-shaped weapon sharpener.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 29, 2023

Inside 9 Of The Most Fascinating Archaeological Discoveries Unearthed In 2023

This year, archaeologists made a wealth of stunning finds that spanned world history, from ancient Egypt's mummified crocodiles to medieval Spain's penis-shaped weapon sharpener.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 29, 2023

This Week In History News, Dec. 17 – 23

Cat geoglyphs discovered in Peru, Roman mosaics featuring sea creatures found in Turkey, ancient battlefield uncovered in Switzerland.

By Abby Norman • Dec 22, 2023

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This Week In History News, Dec. 17 – 23

Cat geoglyphs discovered in Peru, Roman mosaics featuring sea creatures found in Turkey, ancient battlefield uncovered in Switzerland.

By Abby Norman • December 22, 2023

Study Reveals That Scythian Warriors Likely Carried Leather Quivers Made From The Skin Of Their Enemies

New archaeological evidence seemingly confirms the Greek historian Herodotus' account of the brutal ways in which Scythians used their dead enemies' bodies.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 22, 2023

Study Reveals That Scythian Warriors Likely Carried Leather Quivers Made From The Skin Of Their Enemies

New archaeological evidence seemingly confirms the Greek historian Herodotus' account of the brutal ways in which Scythians used their dead enemies' bodies.

By Austin Harvey • December 22, 2023

Inside 27 Unique Christmas Traditions From Across The Globe — And The Bizarre Stories Behind Them

In parts of Spain, children celebrate Christmas by beating a log until it "poops" out gifts — and that's far from the only unusual holiday tradition that can be found around the world to this day.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 21, 2023

Inside 27 Unique Christmas Traditions From Across The Globe — And The Bizarre Stories Behind Them

In parts of Spain, children celebrate Christmas by beating a log until it "poops" out gifts — and that's far from the only unusual holiday tradition that can be found around the world to this day.

By Austin Harvey • December 21, 2023

Stunning Roman Mosaics Featuring Sea Creatures Unearthed In Turkey

Depictions of marine wildlife ranging from octopuses to eels make these mosaics unlike anything ever found in the region before.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 20, 2023

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Stunning Roman Mosaics Featuring Sea Creatures Unearthed In Turkey

Depictions of marine wildlife ranging from octopuses to eels make these mosaics unlike anything ever found in the region before.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 20, 2023

A Roman Dagger Found On A Swiss Hillside Just Helped Archaeologists Map An Ancient Battlefield

The battle was likely fought around 15 B.C.E. between Roman troops and local Suanetes fighters, who lost the bout.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 18, 2023

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A Roman Dagger Found On A Swiss Hillside Just Helped Archaeologists Map An Ancient Battlefield

The battle was likely fought around 15 B.C.E. between Roman troops and local Suanetes fighters, who lost the bout.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 18, 2023

27 Of The Most Frightening Demons — And What Makes Them So Horrifying

From infamous fallen angels like Satan to supernatural beings worshipped by the occult, meet some of the worst demons from history.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 15, 2023

27 Of The Most Frightening Demons — And What Makes Them So Horrifying

From infamous fallen angels like Satan to supernatural beings worshipped by the occult, meet some of the worst demons from history.

By Austin Harvey • December 15, 2023

This Week In History News, Dec. 10 – 16

Satanic curse tablet from the Middle Ages found in Germany, 700-year-old mace head unearthed in Poland, Roman prison bakery uncovered at Pompeii.

By All That's Interesting • Dec 15, 2023

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This Week In History News, Dec. 10 – 16

Satanic curse tablet from the Middle Ages found in Germany, 700-year-old mace head unearthed in Poland, Roman prison bakery uncovered at Pompeii.

By All That's Interesting • December 15, 2023