curiosities

Empress Wu Zetian Killed Her Children In Order To Become China’s Only Female Ruler

Ambitious or power hungry? Was Empress Wu Zetian -- China's only female ruler -- truly as evil as the history books say?

By Elisabeth Sherman • May 4, 2016

Empress Wu Zetian Killed Her Children In Order To Become China’s Only Female Ruler

Ambitious or power hungry? Was Empress Wu Zetian -- China's only female ruler -- truly as evil as the history books say?

By Elisabeth Sherman • May 4, 2016

In Victorian Times, Women Had To Be Carried To The Beach

The Victorian era is well-known for its prudishness, but this beach day invention is crazy. If 21st century society may be described as “overexposed,” it’s fair to qualify the 19th century as one of underexposure — and there’s perhaps no better example of that than the bathing machine.

By Erin Kelly • May 4, 2016

In Victorian Times, Women Had To Be Carried To The Beach

The Victorian era is well-known for its prudishness, but this beach day invention is crazy. If 21st century society may be described as “overexposed,” it’s fair to qualify the 19th century as one of underexposure — and there’s perhaps no better example of that than the bathing machine.

By Erin Kelly • May 4, 2016

How Did The Rock Know About Osama Bin Laden’s Death Before Anyone Else?

How did Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson tweet about Osama bin Laden's death before the news media had even broken the story?

By All That's Interesting • May 1, 2016

How Did The Rock Know About Osama Bin Laden’s Death Before Anyone Else?

How did Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson tweet about Osama bin Laden's death before the news media had even broken the story?

By All That's Interesting • May 1, 2016

The Beltane Fire Festival Welcomes Summer With Flames, Nudity, Masks, And More

Forget buying a new bathing suit; each year, performers in Edinburgh, Scotland's Beltane Fire Festival welcome summer with flames and nudity.

By Elisabeth Sherman • Apr 30, 2016

The Beltane Fire Festival Welcomes Summer With Flames, Nudity, Masks, And More

Forget buying a new bathing suit; each year, performers in Edinburgh, Scotland's Beltane Fire Festival welcome summer with flames and nudity.

By Elisabeth Sherman • April 30, 2016

27 George Washington Facts That Paint America’s First President In A New Light

From the truth behind the cherry tree myth to the shocking story of his infamous dentures, these astounding facts about George Washington will change how you see America's foremost founding father.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 30, 2016

27 George Washington Facts That Paint America’s First President In A New Light

From the truth behind the cherry tree myth to the shocking story of his infamous dentures, these astounding facts about George Washington will change how you see America's foremost founding father.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 30, 2016

What We Loved This Week, Apr. 24 – 30

Never-before-seen outtakes from the photo shoots for your favorite rock album covers, the surprising beauty of the bugs in your backyard, Spike Lee’s dance party to celebrate Prince, Earth’s most impressive caves, the best one-of-a-kind historical curiosities. Never-Before-Seen Outtake Photos Behind Famous Rock Stars’ Album Covers Every David Bowie fan...

By All That's Interesting • Apr 29, 2016

What We Loved This Week, Apr. 24 – 30

Never-before-seen outtakes from the photo shoots for your favorite rock album covers, the surprising beauty of the bugs in your backyard, Spike Lee’s dance party to celebrate Prince, Earth’s most impressive caves, the best one-of-a-kind historical curiosities. Never-Before-Seen Outtake Photos Behind Famous Rock Stars’ Album Covers Every David Bowie fan...

By All That's Interesting • April 29, 2016

Venture Down Into The 21 Most Beautiful Caves On Earth

From azure caverns to crystal-bedded lakes, find your inner explorer with these 21 photos and facts about the world's most incredible caves.

By All That's Interesting • Apr 27, 2016

Venture Down Into The 21 Most Beautiful Caves On Earth

From azure caverns to crystal-bedded lakes, find your inner explorer with these 21 photos and facts about the world's most incredible caves.

By All That's Interesting • April 27, 2016

4 Times Iceland Made Major Decisions Based On Elves

Iceland is a country dotted with Viking relics, breathtaking volcanic landscapes and picture-perfect scenery. And, if you believe one subset of the population, elves.

By Nickolaus Hines • Apr 26, 2016

4 Times Iceland Made Major Decisions Based On Elves

Iceland is a country dotted with Viking relics, breathtaking volcanic landscapes and picture-perfect scenery. And, if you believe one subset of the population, elves.

By Nickolaus Hines • April 26, 2016

29 Astounding Images Of American Presidents As Young Men

These surprising images and facts reveal what some of America's most important presidents were like long before they took office.

By Briana Jones • Apr 26, 2016

29 Astounding Images Of American Presidents As Young Men

These surprising images and facts reveal what some of America's most important presidents were like long before they took office.

By Briana Jones • April 26, 2016

Did William Shakespeare Actually Exist?

William Shakespeare died 400 years ago today — if he even existed. There’s an entire field of a study dedicated to the various conspiracy theories regarding Shakespeare’s “true” identity. Here’s what you need to know.

By Elisabeth Sherman • Apr 23, 2016

Did William Shakespeare Actually Exist?

William Shakespeare died 400 years ago today — if he even existed. There’s an entire field of a study dedicated to the various conspiracy theories regarding Shakespeare’s “true” identity. Here’s what you need to know.

By Elisabeth Sherman • April 23, 2016