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Stunning Native American Masks Of The Early 20th Century

Whether gorgeous or terrifying, these Native American masks reveal a group of cultures on the verge of disappearing forever.

By John Kuroski • Nov 25, 2021

Stunning Native American Masks Of The Early 20th Century

Whether gorgeous or terrifying, these Native American masks reveal a group of cultures on the verge of disappearing forever.

By John Kuroski • November 25, 2021

44 Striking Portraits Of Native American Culture In The Early 20th Century

Edward Curtis' portraits documented Native American culture in the early 1900s — as reservations and assimilation threatened to destroy it forever.

By Elisabeth Sherman • Nov 25, 2021

44 Striking Portraits Of Native American Culture In The Early 20th Century

Edward Curtis' portraits documented Native American culture in the early 1900s — as reservations and assimilation threatened to destroy it forever.

By Elisabeth Sherman • November 25, 2021

Was Ancient Roman Emperor Caligula Actually The Insane, Sadistic Pervert Everyone Thinks?

Legend has it that the infamous Roman emperor Caligula was unhinged to the point that he sentenced people to death for forgetting his birthday. But stories like this may have been more fiction than fact.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 24, 2021

Was Ancient Roman Emperor Caligula Actually The Insane, Sadistic Pervert Everyone Thinks?

Legend has it that the infamous Roman emperor Caligula was unhinged to the point that he sentenced people to death for forgetting his birthday. But stories like this may have been more fiction than fact.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 24, 2021

He Was Hollywood’s Favorite Native American, But Iron Eyes Cody Wasn’t Native At All

Iron Eyes Cody quickly became Hollywood's go-to actor for Native American roles, but America's noble "Indian" was of Sicilian descent.

By Gina Dimuro • Nov 21, 2021

He Was Hollywood’s Favorite Native American, But Iron Eyes Cody Wasn’t Native At All

Iron Eyes Cody quickly became Hollywood's go-to actor for Native American roles, but America's noble "Indian" was of Sicilian descent.

By Gina Dimuro • November 21, 2021

How Bushidō Went From An Ancient Samurai Code To A Modern Set Of Japanese Virtues

For centuries, Japanese samurai adhered to bushidō, a strict code of honor that emphasized loyalty and honor to country and family. And it still influences Japanese culture today.

By Morgan Dunn • Nov 20, 2021

How Bushidō Went From An Ancient Samurai Code To A Modern Set Of Japanese Virtues

For centuries, Japanese samurai adhered to bushidō, a strict code of honor that emphasized loyalty and honor to country and family. And it still influences Japanese culture today.

By Morgan Dunn • November 20, 2021

‘Lost’ Sun Temple From 4,500 Years Ago Discovered In Egypt — Beneath A Newer One

The mud-brick temple discovered in Abu Ghurab dates back to the mid 25th century BCE and is likely one of six sun temples mentioned in ancient Egypt inscriptions.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 18, 2021

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‘Lost’ Sun Temple From 4,500 Years Ago Discovered In Egypt — Beneath A Newer One

The mud-brick temple discovered in Abu Ghurab dates back to the mid 25th century BCE and is likely one of six sun temples mentioned in ancient Egypt inscriptions.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 18, 2021

Inside The Black Pete Tradition Of Christmas Blackface In The Netherlands

Dutch Christmas traditions have long included a blackface servant known as Zwarte Piet, but anti-racism activists are now calling for this to end.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 14, 2021

Inside The Black Pete Tradition Of Christmas Blackface In The Netherlands

Dutch Christmas traditions have long included a blackface servant known as Zwarte Piet, but anti-racism activists are now calling for this to end.

By Natasha Ishak • November 14, 2021

Exploring Pastafarianism And The Church Of The Flying Spaghetti Monster

The Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster has some weird rituals, but the founding of Pastafarianism might be the most interesting part.

By Katie Serena • Nov 12, 2021

Exploring Pastafarianism And The Church Of The Flying Spaghetti Monster

The Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster has some weird rituals, but the founding of Pastafarianism might be the most interesting part.

By Katie Serena • November 12, 2021

Olive Oatman, The Mormon Girl Who Was Raised By The Mohave

Raised by Mohave Native Americans after her family was slaughtered, Olive Oatman was destined for a complicated double life.

By Katie Serena • Nov 8, 2021

Olive Oatman, The Mormon Girl Who Was Raised By The Mohave

Raised by Mohave Native Americans after her family was slaughtered, Olive Oatman was destined for a complicated double life.

By Katie Serena • November 8, 2021

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman • Nov 8, 2021

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman • November 8, 2021