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Queen Elizabeth I’s Sloppy Handwriting Gave Her Away As The Unknown Translator Of A Roman Text

"The higher you are in the social hierarchy of Tudor England, the messier you can let your handwriting become. For the queen, comprehension is somebody else’s problem."

By Natasha Ishak • Dec 3, 2019

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Queen Elizabeth I’s Sloppy Handwriting Gave Her Away As The Unknown Translator Of A Roman Text

"The higher you are in the social hierarchy of Tudor England, the messier you can let your handwriting become. For the queen, comprehension is somebody else’s problem."

By Natasha Ishak • December 3, 2019

Picasso’s Electrician Hoarded 271 Of The Artist’s Works In His Garage For 40 Years

The legal battle began in 2010, when Picasso's former handyman claimed the artist gave him the works as a gift.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 20, 2019

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Picasso’s Electrician Hoarded 271 Of The Artist’s Works In His Garage For 40 Years

The legal battle began in 2010, when Picasso's former handyman claimed the artist gave him the works as a gift.

By Natasha Ishak • November 20, 2019

$6 Million Solid Gold Toilet Stolen From Winston Churchill’s Family Home

"Who’s so stupid to steal a toilet?" the toilet's creator pondered before remembering that his piece was made out of solid gold.

By Natasha Ishak • Sep 19, 2019

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$6 Million Solid Gold Toilet Stolen From Winston Churchill’s Family Home

"Who’s so stupid to steal a toilet?" the toilet's creator pondered before remembering that his piece was made out of solid gold.

By Natasha Ishak • September 19, 2019

Emma Lazarus, The Courageous Jewish Poet Behind The Statue Of Liberty’s Famous Inscription

Emma Lazarus was a renowned Jewish-American writer whose most famous poem, 'The New Colossus,' is immortalized on the Statue of Liberty.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 29, 2019

Emma Lazarus, The Courageous Jewish Poet Behind The Statue Of Liberty’s Famous Inscription

Emma Lazarus was a renowned Jewish-American writer whose most famous poem, 'The New Colossus,' is immortalized on the Statue of Liberty.

By Natasha Ishak • August 29, 2019

29 Reconstructed Faces Of Ancient People From The Neanderthals To Jesus

Scientists and artists worked together to create these reconstructed faces of ancient humans — and the results are astonishing.

By Erin Kelly • Jul 10, 2019

29 Reconstructed Faces Of Ancient People From The Neanderthals To Jesus

Scientists and artists worked together to create these reconstructed faces of ancient humans — and the results are astonishing.

By Erin Kelly • July 10, 2019

San Francisco School Board Votes To Remove Mural Depicting George Washington’s Life

"What images do they see? Dead Indians to the left and African Americans to the right in bondage."

By Natasha Ishak • Jul 2, 2019

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San Francisco School Board Votes To Remove Mural Depicting George Washington’s Life

"What images do they see? Dead Indians to the left and African Americans to the right in bondage."

By Natasha Ishak • July 2, 2019

From Celebrated TV Cowboy To Convict: The Tragic Demise Of James Stacy

James Stacy was nominated for two Emmys despite having become a double-amputee in 1973. But this reputation was tarnished by his 1995 conviction.

By Natasha Ishak • Jun 26, 2019

From Celebrated TV Cowboy To Convict: The Tragic Demise Of James Stacy

James Stacy was nominated for two Emmys despite having become a double-amputee in 1973. But this reputation was tarnished by his 1995 conviction.

By Natasha Ishak • June 26, 2019

Taiwan’s Rainbow Village Is A Testament To The Power Of Art

When the local government in Taiwan threatened to demolish Huang Yung-Fu's home, he began painting — and created the world-famous Rainbow Village.

By Erin Kelly • Jun 20, 2019

Taiwan’s Rainbow Village Is A Testament To The Power Of Art

When the local government in Taiwan threatened to demolish Huang Yung-Fu's home, he began painting — and created the world-famous Rainbow Village.

By Erin Kelly • June 20, 2019

Newgrange: The Massive Irish Tomb That’s Older Than The Pyramids

The opening of the ancient tomb of Newgrange in County Meath, Ireland, perfectly aligns with the rising sun every winter solstice.

By Carly Silver • May 25, 2019

Newgrange: The Massive Irish Tomb That’s Older Than The Pyramids

The opening of the ancient tomb of Newgrange in County Meath, Ireland, perfectly aligns with the rising sun every winter solstice.

By Carly Silver • May 25, 2019

75-Foot Mural Of Jacinda Ardern Hugging A Muslim Woman Sparks Reverence And Rage In Australia

The mural depicts a compassionate embrace between New Zealand's prime minister and a Muslim woman following the tragedy at Christchurch, but not all locals are pleased with it.

By Natasha Ishak • May 22, 2019

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75-Foot Mural Of Jacinda Ardern Hugging A Muslim Woman Sparks Reverence And Rage In Australia

The mural depicts a compassionate embrace between New Zealand's prime minister and a Muslim woman following the tragedy at Christchurch, but not all locals are pleased with it.

By Natasha Ishak • May 22, 2019