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The Glamorous And Gruesome History Of The Masquerade Ball

The Masquerade Ball has inspired death, lust, and decadent costume parties for centuries — and has a shockingly gruesome history.

By Savannah Cox • Nov 23, 2013

The Glamorous And Gruesome History Of The Masquerade Ball

The Masquerade Ball has inspired death, lust, and decadent costume parties for centuries — and has a shockingly gruesome history.

By Savannah Cox • November 23, 2013

The Fascinating Origins Of Six Friendly Gestures

Friendly Gestures: The High Five The high five’s origin is an extraordinarily contentious issue, given its association with camaraderie and celebration. The low five had long been used between black Americans and became popular during the Jazz Age as a response to “slap me some skin.” However, the cultural phenomenon...

By All That's Interesting • Nov 13, 2013

The Fascinating Origins Of Six Friendly Gestures

Friendly Gestures: The High Five The high five’s origin is an extraordinarily contentious issue, given its association with camaraderie and celebration. The low five had long been used between black Americans and became popular during the Jazz Age as a response to “slap me some skin.” However, the cultural phenomenon...

By All That's Interesting • November 13, 2013

The World’s Weirdest Celebrations

If there’s one thing at which humans excel, it’s celebrating. Hanukkah, Halloween and Easter all rock up at the same time each year, but why not extend that festive savoir-faire to those lesser known holidays, like Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day, or even Fruitcake Toss Day? If you’re in the...

By All That's Interesting • Nov 6, 2013

The World’s Weirdest Celebrations

If there’s one thing at which humans excel, it’s celebrating. Hanukkah, Halloween and Easter all rock up at the same time each year, but why not extend that festive savoir-faire to those lesser known holidays, like Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day, or even Fruitcake Toss Day? If you’re in the...

By All That's Interesting • November 6, 2013

Odd Collections And Their Even More Eccentric Owners

It’s fair to say that at some point in our lives, we’ve all had a collection that, if others saw it, might make them question our sanity. For you, it might be old magazines, cigarette lighters or even, say, antique seat cushions. But for a handful of people, a collection...

By All That's Interesting • Nov 5, 2013

Odd Collections And Their Even More Eccentric Owners

It’s fair to say that at some point in our lives, we’ve all had a collection that, if others saw it, might make them question our sanity. For you, it might be old magazines, cigarette lighters or even, say, antique seat cushions. But for a handful of people, a collection...

By All That's Interesting • November 5, 2013

The Weirdest Wedding Traditions In The World

From dumping soot and flour onto a bride to avoiding the bathroom in the name of love, people have crafted some of the weirdest wedding traditions ever.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 3, 2013

The Weirdest Wedding Traditions In The World

From dumping soot and flour onto a bride to avoiding the bathroom in the name of love, people have crafted some of the weirdest wedding traditions ever.

By All That's Interesting • November 3, 2013

10 Of The World’s Most Bizarre Parades

Bizarre Parades: Coney Island’s Mermaid Fest The Mermaid Parade of Coney Island, NY takes the carefree spirit of Mardi Gras and combines it with celebrating the beginning of summer. This show is most notable for the thousands of ladies adorning mermaid costumes, often keeping with the Mardi Gras tradition of...

By Erin Kelly • Nov 2, 2013

10 Of The World’s Most Bizarre Parades

Bizarre Parades: Coney Island’s Mermaid Fest The Mermaid Parade of Coney Island, NY takes the carefree spirit of Mardi Gras and combines it with celebrating the beginning of summer. This show is most notable for the thousands of ladies adorning mermaid costumes, often keeping with the Mardi Gras tradition of...

By Erin Kelly • November 2, 2013

The Haunting Of Montpelier Hill

It could be a fabrication or paranormal phenomena, but the history of Ireland's Montpelier Hill is fascinatingly macabre.

By Erin Kelly • Oct 24, 2013

The Haunting Of Montpelier Hill

It could be a fabrication or paranormal phenomena, but the history of Ireland's Montpelier Hill is fascinatingly macabre.

By Erin Kelly • October 24, 2013

The Fascinating History Of Obscene Gestures

The (Middle) finger Synonymous with various phrases revolving around a verb that begins with the letter F, the middle finger is one of the most universally recognized and reviled gestures in history. Made particularly popular by late 20th century rock and punk personalities as a sign of rebellion and anti-establishmentarianism,...

By All That's Interesting • Oct 18, 2013

The Fascinating History Of Obscene Gestures

The (Middle) finger Synonymous with various phrases revolving around a verb that begins with the letter F, the middle finger is one of the most universally recognized and reviled gestures in history. Made particularly popular by late 20th century rock and punk personalities as a sign of rebellion and anti-establishmentarianism,...

By All That's Interesting • October 18, 2013

The 20 Best All That Is Interesting Articles That You Should Read

Yes, we have a lot of fascinating content; don't be overwhelmed. With these All That Is Interesting articles that you haven't read, we'll let you catch up.

By Savannah Cox • Oct 17, 2013

The 20 Best All That Is Interesting Articles That You Should Read

Yes, we have a lot of fascinating content; don't be overwhelmed. With these All That Is Interesting articles that you haven't read, we'll let you catch up.

By Savannah Cox • October 17, 2013

33 Pieces Of Ridiculous Anti-Marijuana Propaganda From The 20th Century

One man's 1930 anti-marijuana propaganda campaign started a panic that would last for decades — and still isn't over.

By Savannah Cox • Oct 16, 2013

33 Pieces Of Ridiculous Anti-Marijuana Propaganda From The 20th Century

One man's 1930 anti-marijuana propaganda campaign started a panic that would last for decades — and still isn't over.

By Savannah Cox • October 16, 2013

Banksy’s Sirens Of The Lambs

Across New York City this weekend, a slaughterhouse delivery truck is carrying 60 creatures to their death. But this is no ordinary truck and these are no ordinary creatures: the creatures are actually stuffed animals and the truck is a part of Banksy’s Better Out Than In street exhibit. Behold,...

By All That's Interesting • Oct 12, 2013

Banksy’s Sirens Of The Lambs

Across New York City this weekend, a slaughterhouse delivery truck is carrying 60 creatures to their death. But this is no ordinary truck and these are no ordinary creatures: the creatures are actually stuffed animals and the truck is a part of Banksy’s Better Out Than In street exhibit. Behold,...

By All That's Interesting • October 12, 2013

The World’s Coolest Food Art

From lush forests made of broccoli to minions composed of rice, food art reminds us that we don't have to sacrifice our childhood imagination for great art.

By Savannah Cox • Oct 10, 2013

The World’s Coolest Food Art

From lush forests made of broccoli to minions composed of rice, food art reminds us that we don't have to sacrifice our childhood imagination for great art.

By Savannah Cox • October 10, 2013