curiosities

The Curious Life Of The Conjoined Hilton Sisters

Before Paris and Nicky were Violet and Daisy Hilton. Unfortunately, life for these Hilton sisters was far from charmed.

By Erin Kelly • Oct 14, 2015

The Curious Life Of The Conjoined Hilton Sisters

Before Paris and Nicky were Violet and Daisy Hilton. Unfortunately, life for these Hilton sisters was far from charmed.

By Erin Kelly • October 14, 2015

For A Creepy Fall Break, Head To These Haunted Bed And Breakfasts

With Halloween just around the corner, check out these haunted bed and breakfasts for a fear-filled weekend.

By Erin Kelly • Oct 13, 2015

For A Creepy Fall Break, Head To These Haunted Bed And Breakfasts

With Halloween just around the corner, check out these haunted bed and breakfasts for a fear-filled weekend.

By Erin Kelly • October 13, 2015

25 Ancient Maps That Make Modern Ones Look Very Boring

Maps weren’t always sourced from the likes of Google or Apple. In fact, maps weren’t even always printed on paper. Whether etched into brass, carved into tomb ceilings, or drawn onto deerskins, ancient maps show us not merely how different our ancestors’ technology and knowledge were, but how differently they...

By John Kuroski • Oct 13, 2015

25 Ancient Maps That Make Modern Ones Look Very Boring

Maps weren’t always sourced from the likes of Google or Apple. In fact, maps weren’t even always printed on paper. Whether etched into brass, carved into tomb ceilings, or drawn onto deerskins, ancient maps show us not merely how different our ancestors’ technology and knowledge were, but how differently they...

By John Kuroski • October 13, 2015

The Imaginary Lines That Govern Us All: Stunning Photos Of The World’s Borders

Humans have interacted with the planet in a number of bizarre ways, and the national border is definitely one of them.

By Richard Stockton • Oct 8, 2015

The Imaginary Lines That Govern Us All: Stunning Photos Of The World’s Borders

Humans have interacted with the planet in a number of bizarre ways, and the national border is definitely one of them.

By Richard Stockton • October 8, 2015

The Danakil Depression Is The Closest Thing To Hell On Earth

Harsh, hot and familiar to violence, the Danakil Depression and it's bright yellow and orange pools make for hell on Earth.

By Kiri Picone • Sep 30, 2015

The Danakil Depression Is The Closest Thing To Hell On Earth

Harsh, hot and familiar to violence, the Danakil Depression and it's bright yellow and orange pools make for hell on Earth.

By Kiri Picone • September 30, 2015

Archaeologists Are One Step Closer To Solving One Of North America’s Oldest Mysteries

Technological advances both increase and decrease the number of the world’s apparent mysteries. In the case of the lost Roanoke colony, recent technological developments are helping researchers inch closer to a satisfying conclusion as to why the 16th century colony disappeared — and it all has to do with what...

By Erin Kelly • Sep 29, 2015

Archaeologists Are One Step Closer To Solving One Of North America’s Oldest Mysteries

Technological advances both increase and decrease the number of the world’s apparent mysteries. In the case of the lost Roanoke colony, recent technological developments are helping researchers inch closer to a satisfying conclusion as to why the 16th century colony disappeared — and it all has to do with what...

By Erin Kelly • September 29, 2015

Foley Artists: Hollywood’s Unsung Heroes

Movies are as much about moving images as they are sound—which is why Foley artists are so important.

By Teresa Cantero • Sep 26, 2015

Foley Artists: Hollywood’s Unsung Heroes

Movies are as much about moving images as they are sound—which is why Foley artists are so important.

By Teresa Cantero • September 26, 2015

Berlin’s AquaDom Tower, The World’s Fishiest – And Coolest – Hotels

Love the sea but hate the beach? The fantastic Aquadom of Berlin is just for you.

By Erin Kelly • Sep 23, 2015

Berlin’s AquaDom Tower, The World’s Fishiest – And Coolest – Hotels

Love the sea but hate the beach? The fantastic Aquadom of Berlin is just for you.

By Erin Kelly • September 23, 2015

Scientists Recently Named A Sea Slug Species After Khaleesi. Here’s Why.

No, you’re not seeing double. This neon green-and-orange sea slug really does have two heads. Divers working on a documentary about Borneo caught this two-faced nudibranch in action, according to recent reports. While no one understands the exact cause of its deformity, the truth is that even with two heads,...

By All That's Interesting • Sep 16, 2015

Scientists Recently Named A Sea Slug Species After Khaleesi. Here’s Why.

No, you’re not seeing double. This neon green-and-orange sea slug really does have two heads. Divers working on a documentary about Borneo caught this two-faced nudibranch in action, according to recent reports. While no one understands the exact cause of its deformity, the truth is that even with two heads,...

By All That's Interesting • September 16, 2015

Famous Drag Queens Of The Early 20th Century

Before RuPaul entered and expanded our understanding of the mainstream, just a handful of famous drag queens–such as Danny La Rue, Divine, and Doris Fish–managed to capture the attention of the public. For the most part, the art of drag performance had been kept to nightclubs and small stages. In...

By Briana Jones • Sep 15, 2015

Famous Drag Queens Of The Early 20th Century

Before RuPaul entered and expanded our understanding of the mainstream, just a handful of famous drag queens–such as Danny La Rue, Divine, and Doris Fish–managed to capture the attention of the public. For the most part, the art of drag performance had been kept to nightclubs and small stages. In...

By Briana Jones • September 15, 2015