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Uzbekistan’s Tashkent Metro: 33 Never-Before-Seen Photos Of The World’s Most Incredible Subway

A decades-old ban on photography at Tashkent's metro kept its opulent halls hidden from the public — until now.

By Bernadette Deron • Nov 29, 2018

Uzbekistan’s Tashkent Metro: 33 Never-Before-Seen Photos Of The World’s Most Incredible Subway

A decades-old ban on photography at Tashkent's metro kept its opulent halls hidden from the public — until now.

By Bernadette Deron • November 29, 2018

How A Small Texas Town Paid A Conman A Ton Of Money To Build “The World’s Littlest Skyscraper”

J.D. McMahon promised Wichita Falls a skyscraper befitting the prospering boom town. Unknown to townspeople, the con man drew up blueprints for a building 480 inches tall, instead of the 480 feet he promised.

By Aimee Lamoureux • Jul 15, 2018

How A Small Texas Town Paid A Conman A Ton Of Money To Build “The World’s Littlest Skyscraper”

J.D. McMahon promised Wichita Falls a skyscraper befitting the prospering boom town. Unknown to townspeople, the con man drew up blueprints for a building 480 inches tall, instead of the 480 feet he promised.

By Aimee Lamoureux • July 15, 2018

Japan’s Abandoned Hashima Island Is Full Of Decay And Dark Secrets

Hashima Island has a complicated history. But what's abundantly clear is that when humans leave, buildings will crumble and nature will flourish.

By Kara Goldfarb • May 30, 2018

Japan’s Abandoned Hashima Island Is Full Of Decay And Dark Secrets

Hashima Island has a complicated history. But what's abundantly clear is that when humans leave, buildings will crumble and nature will flourish.

By Kara Goldfarb • May 30, 2018

The Mysterious Piri Reis Map Might Have Show Antarctica Way Before It Was Officially Discovered

Drawn on gazelle skin parchment, the Piri Reis Map is based on about 20 other maps, some of which were created by Christopher Columbus.

By Katie Serena • May 9, 2018

The Mysterious Piri Reis Map Might Have Show Antarctica Way Before It Was Officially Discovered

Drawn on gazelle skin parchment, the Piri Reis Map is based on about 20 other maps, some of which were created by Christopher Columbus.

By Katie Serena • May 9, 2018

Inside City Hall Station, New York City’s Beautiful And Abandoned Subway Station

The station was the most opulent and beautiful that New York had to offer. It was also the most impractical.

By Katie Serena • May 2, 2018

Inside City Hall Station, New York City’s Beautiful And Abandoned Subway Station

The station was the most opulent and beautiful that New York had to offer. It was also the most impractical.

By Katie Serena • May 2, 2018

Otto Lilienthal Was A Pioneering “Flying Man” Who Flew Right To His Death

"Flying Man" Otto Lilienthal soared against the clouds, captivating the imaginations of people all over the globe and inspiring a future generation of engineers and inventors.

By Gina Dimuro • Apr 20, 2018

Otto Lilienthal Was A Pioneering “Flying Man” Who Flew Right To His Death

"Flying Man" Otto Lilienthal soared against the clouds, captivating the imaginations of people all over the globe and inspiring a future generation of engineers and inventors.

By Gina Dimuro • April 20, 2018

The Long And Fascinating History Of The President’s Resolute Desk

The Resolute Desk was a peace offering gift from Queen Victoria, but that's just the tip of the iceberg.

By Katie Serena • Apr 11, 2018

The Long And Fascinating History Of The President’s Resolute Desk

The Resolute Desk was a peace offering gift from Queen Victoria, but that's just the tip of the iceberg.

By Katie Serena • April 11, 2018

Kailasa Temple, The Massive Temple Was Chiseled By Hand For More Than 20 Years

The Kailasa Temple was carved over dozens of years, under several rulers, out of a single piece of stone.

By William DeLong • Apr 2, 2018

Kailasa Temple, The Massive Temple Was Chiseled By Hand For More Than 20 Years

The Kailasa Temple was carved over dozens of years, under several rulers, out of a single piece of stone.

By William DeLong • April 2, 2018

North Korea’s Ryugyong Hotel – The “Hotel Of Doom”

The Ryugyong Hotel has been called "the worst building in the world" and the "Hotel of Doom."

By Katie Serena • Mar 28, 2018

North Korea’s Ryugyong Hotel – The “Hotel Of Doom”

The Ryugyong Hotel has been called "the worst building in the world" and the "Hotel of Doom."

By Katie Serena • March 28, 2018

The Wild Twists And Turns Of The Tacoma Narrows Bridge Collapse [VIDEO]

The Tacoma Narrows Bridge swung and swung until it couldn't swing anymore.

By Kara Goldfarb • Mar 28, 2018

The Wild Twists And Turns Of The Tacoma Narrows Bridge Collapse [VIDEO]

The Tacoma Narrows Bridge swung and swung until it couldn't swing anymore.

By Kara Goldfarb • March 28, 2018

Unlocking The Mysteries Of Ulfberht Swords, The All-Powerful Viking Swords

See the all-powerful Ulfberht swords and discover how their makers might have been able to build a blade so strong that it still baffles experts.

By Wyatt Redd • Feb 14, 2018

Unlocking The Mysteries Of Ulfberht Swords, The All-Powerful Viking Swords

See the all-powerful Ulfberht swords and discover how their makers might have been able to build a blade so strong that it still baffles experts.

By Wyatt Redd • February 14, 2018

Where Did The Google Name Come From?

The history of the Google name can be traced back to a typo, an incredibly large number, and a nine-year-old boy.

By Wyatt Redd • Jan 25, 2018

Where Did The Google Name Come From?

The history of the Google name can be traced back to a typo, an incredibly large number, and a nine-year-old boy.

By Wyatt Redd • January 25, 2018