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Jasper Maskelyne
Jasper Maskelyne

Was Illusionist Jasper Maskelyne The Magic Hero Of World War II Or A Fantastic Fraud?

In spite of Jasper Maskelyne's hair-raising tales of magical ingenuity and vanishing acts on the North African front, many of his adventures were later revealed to be nothing but smoke and mirrors.

By Morgan Dunn May 18, 2021

Was Illusionist Jasper Maskelyne The Magic Hero Of World War II Or A Fantastic Fraud?

In spite of Jasper Maskelyne's hair-raising tales of magical ingenuity and vanishing acts on the North African front, many of his adventures were later revealed to be nothing but smoke and mirrors.

By Morgan Dunn May 18, 2021
Jack Bonavita Holding Lion
Jack Bonavita Holding Lion

The Story Of Captain Jack Bonavita, The Fearless One-Armed Lion Tamer

In the early 20th century, Captain Jack Bonavita dazzled crowds with his ability to tame lions — until he was brutally killed by a polar bear.

By Marco Margaritoff May 3, 2021

The Story Of Captain Jack Bonavita, The Fearless One-Armed Lion Tamer

In the early 20th century, Captain Jack Bonavita dazzled crowds with his ability to tame lions — until he was brutally killed by a polar bear.

By Marco Margaritoff May 3, 2021
Disney Underground Tunnels
Disney Underground Tunnels

The Inside Story Of Walt Disney’s Secret Tunnels Beneath The Magic Kingdom

For decades, Walt Disney's vast network of "utilidor" tunnels have allowed costumed employees to move throughout the Magic Kingdom without being detected by guests.

By Marco Margaritoff Apr 16, 2021

The Inside Story Of Walt Disney’s Secret Tunnels Beneath The Magic Kingdom

For decades, Walt Disney's vast network of "utilidor" tunnels have allowed costumed employees to move throughout the Magic Kingdom without being detected by guests.

By Marco Margaritoff April 16, 2021

Explore Hammond Castle, The Extravagant Massachusetts Estate Built By Thomas Edison’s Eccentric Protégé

Known as the "father of remote control," John Hays Hammond Jr. built his dream palace with traditional medieval features, including a drawbridge, bell tower, and dungeon.

By Erin Kelly Apr 7, 2021

Explore Hammond Castle, The Extravagant Massachusetts Estate Built By Thomas Edison’s Eccentric Protégé

Known as the "father of remote control," John Hays Hammond Jr. built his dream palace with traditional medieval features, including a drawbridge, bell tower, and dungeon.

By Erin Kelly April 7, 2021
Person Touching Gympie Gympie
Person Touching Gympie Gympie

Discover The Gympie-Gympie, The ‘Suicide Plant’ Hidden In The Australian Rainforest

Though it's covered in a layer of downy fuzz, the "hairs" of the gympie-gympie plant deliver a sting so toxic that the pain can last for years.

By Leah Silverman Apr 6, 2021

Discover The Gympie-Gympie, The ‘Suicide Plant’ Hidden In The Australian Rainforest

Though it's covered in a layer of downy fuzz, the "hairs" of the gympie-gympie plant deliver a sting so toxic that the pain can last for years.

By Leah Silverman April 6, 2021
Hallstatt Side By Side
Hallstatt Side By Side

Inside Hallstatt, China’s Perfect Replica Of A Picturesque Austrian Village

In 2012, China spent a billion dollars building an exact replica of the historic Austrian village of Hallstatt. Though Austria was initially outraged, the two sister cities have since developed an unlikely bond.

By Marco Margaritoff Apr 1, 2021

Inside Hallstatt, China’s Perfect Replica Of A Picturesque Austrian Village

In 2012, China spent a billion dollars building an exact replica of the historic Austrian village of Hallstatt. Though Austria was initially outraged, the two sister cities have since developed an unlikely bond.

By Marco Margaritoff April 1, 2021
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