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Scientists Use Virtual Reality To Reconstruct One Of Pompeii’s Most Stunning Mansions

Scientists recreated the lavish House of the Greek Epigram, then used virtual reality to see how people interacted with it so they could better understand Roman design.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 24, 2022

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Scientists Use Virtual Reality To Reconstruct One Of Pompeii’s Most Stunning Mansions

Scientists recreated the lavish House of the Greek Epigram, then used virtual reality to see how people interacted with it so they could better understand Roman design.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 24, 2022

J.R.R. Tolkien’s Estate Releases A Treasure Trove Of Drawings, Maps, And More

The Tolkien estate's website includes drawings by J.R.R. Tolkien of the worlds he created for "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings."

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 22, 2022

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J.R.R. Tolkien’s Estate Releases A Treasure Trove Of Drawings, Maps, And More

The Tolkien estate's website includes drawings by J.R.R. Tolkien of the worlds he created for "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings."

By Kaleena Fraga • March 22, 2022

Behind The ‘Happy Little Trees’: The Surprising Story Of Bob Ross

This Bob Ross biography reveals the remarkable story of the Air Force Master Sergeant who would go on to teach millions the joy of painting.

By Jaclyn Anglis • Mar 18, 2022

Behind The ‘Happy Little Trees’: The Surprising Story Of Bob Ross

This Bob Ross biography reveals the remarkable story of the Air Force Master Sergeant who would go on to teach millions the joy of painting.

By Jaclyn Anglis • March 18, 2022

A Wooden Bird That Sold At Auction For $100 Actually Belonged To Anne Boleyn — And Is Worth Much More

Anne Boleyn adopted the white falcon as her heraldic emblem and had it prominently displayed until her execution in 1536.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 16, 2022

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A Wooden Bird That Sold At Auction For $100 Actually Belonged To Anne Boleyn — And Is Worth Much More

Anne Boleyn adopted the white falcon as her heraldic emblem and had it prominently displayed until her execution in 1536.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 16, 2022

Why Viking Helmets Were Far Different From What You Think They Are

The Viking helmet is usually depicted with horns, but the Norse warriors really never wore them.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 7, 2022

Why Viking Helmets Were Far Different From What You Think They Are

The Viking helmet is usually depicted with horns, but the Norse warriors really never wore them.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 7, 2022

A Peruvian Museum Is Using Ancient Erotic Sculptures To Teach Men How To Self-Screen For Testicular Cancer

A partnership between a health organization and the Larco Museum in Lima invites men to touch the 1,000-year-old artwork to learn how to self-examine for early warning signs of cancer.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 3, 2022

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A Peruvian Museum Is Using Ancient Erotic Sculptures To Teach Men How To Self-Screen For Testicular Cancer

A partnership between a health organization and the Larco Museum in Lima invites men to touch the 1,000-year-old artwork to learn how to self-examine for early warning signs of cancer.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 3, 2022

25 Photos Of How The Gibson Girl Became America’s Preeminent Lifestyle Influencer Of The Early 1900s

The Gibson Girl first appeared in the 1890s illustrations of artist Charles Dana Gibson and helped inform the beauty standards for American women of the time — for better and for worse.

By Erin Kelly • Mar 2, 2022

25 Photos Of How The Gibson Girl Became America’s Preeminent Lifestyle Influencer Of The Early 1900s

The Gibson Girl first appeared in the 1890s illustrations of artist Charles Dana Gibson and helped inform the beauty standards for American women of the time — for better and for worse.

By Erin Kelly • March 2, 2022

This Week In History News, Feb. 20 – 26

Medieval ice skates made of horse bones found in Russia, Ice Age animal remains unearthed in England, ancient Roman mosaic uncovered in London.

By All That's Interesting • Feb 25, 2022

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This Week In History News, Feb. 20 – 26

Medieval ice skates made of horse bones found in Russia, Ice Age animal remains unearthed in England, ancient Roman mosaic uncovered in London.

By All That's Interesting • February 25, 2022

Astonishing Retrofuturism Art That Reveals How People Of The Past Imagined The Future

From flying saucer rides to domestic living on the lunar surface, these gorgeous retrofuturism illustrations show how previous generations thought the future might look.

By Erin Kelly • Feb 23, 2022

Astonishing Retrofuturism Art That Reveals How People Of The Past Imagined The Future

From flying saucer rides to domestic living on the lunar surface, these gorgeous retrofuturism illustrations show how previous generations thought the future might look.

By Erin Kelly • February 23, 2022

This 2,000-Year-Old Roman Mosaic Was Just Unearthed In Central London

Made up of two stunningly intricate panels, this mosaic is the largest one found in London in half a century.

By Kaleena Fraga • Feb 23, 2022

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This 2,000-Year-Old Roman Mosaic Was Just Unearthed In Central London

Made up of two stunningly intricate panels, this mosaic is the largest one found in London in half a century.

By Kaleena Fraga • February 23, 2022