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The Story Of Yule, The Raucous Pagan Celebration Of Winter That Inspired Christmas

Also called Yuletide, the Pagan celebration of the winter solstice known as Yule was observed by ancient Germanic peoples for hundreds of years.

By Morgan Dunn • Aug 2, 2023

The Story Of Yule, The Raucous Pagan Celebration Of Winter That Inspired Christmas

Also called Yuletide, the Pagan celebration of the winter solstice known as Yule was observed by ancient Germanic peoples for hundreds of years.

By Morgan Dunn • August 2, 2023

44 Disturbing Photos Of Mental Asylums From Decades Past That Are Like Something Out Of A Horror Movie

From children being chained up to women being lobotomized, the conditions in these insane asylums were truly harrowing.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 2, 2023

44 Disturbing Photos Of Mental Asylums From Decades Past That Are Like Something Out Of A Horror Movie

From children being chained up to women being lobotomized, the conditions in these insane asylums were truly harrowing.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 2, 2023

French Daredevil Famous For High-Rise Stunts Dies After Falling From 68th Floor Of A Hong Kong Skyscraper

30-year-old Remi Lucidi was known for his urban adventures, which often saw him climbing massive skyscrapers and cranes.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 1, 2023

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French Daredevil Famous For High-Rise Stunts Dies After Falling From 68th Floor Of A Hong Kong Skyscraper

30-year-old Remi Lucidi was known for his urban adventures, which often saw him climbing massive skyscrapers and cranes.

By Austin Harvey • August 1, 2023

‘Sensational Find’: Medieval Handheld Sundial Discovered During Excavations In Germany

The medieval sundial dates from the 16th century and is the first of its kind to be found in the German state of Hesse.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 1, 2023

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‘Sensational Find’: Medieval Handheld Sundial Discovered During Excavations In Germany

The medieval sundial dates from the 16th century and is the first of its kind to be found in the German state of Hesse.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 1, 2023

Remains Of Hiker Missing Since 1986 Discovered Among Melting Glaciers In The Swiss Alps

The German hiker, whose identity has not been released, was 38 years old when he disappeared during a hike near the Matterhorn.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 31, 2023

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Remains Of Hiker Missing Since 1986 Discovered Among Melting Glaciers In The Swiss Alps

The German hiker, whose identity has not been released, was 38 years old when he disappeared during a hike near the Matterhorn.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 31, 2023

This Week In History News, Jul. 23 – 29

Theater of Nero found beneath a hotel site in Rome, oldest known glass workshop discovered in the Czech Republic, ancient "sounding" dance floor unearthed in Peru.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 28, 2023

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This Week In History News, Jul. 23 – 29

Theater of Nero found beneath a hotel site in Rome, oldest known glass workshop discovered in the Czech Republic, ancient "sounding" dance floor unearthed in Peru.

By All That's Interesting • July 28, 2023

English Singer Divorces The Ghost Of A Victorian Soldier She ‘Married’ A Year Ago Who She Alleges Had An Affair With Marilyn Monroe

The singer Brocarde claims to have married the ghost in October 2022, but their relationship quickly deteriorated as he began an affair with actress Marilyn Monroe.

By Austin Harvey • Jul 27, 2023

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English Singer Divorces The Ghost Of A Victorian Soldier She ‘Married’ A Year Ago Who She Alleges Had An Affair With Marilyn Monroe

The singer Brocarde claims to have married the ghost in October 2022, but their relationship quickly deteriorated as he began an affair with actress Marilyn Monroe.

By Austin Harvey • July 27, 2023

Archaeologists Find ‘Very Rare’ Prehistoric Female Figurine In Italian Cave

The figurine dates to the Neolithic period, when ancient people first started to develop farming communities in Italy.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 27, 2023

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Archaeologists Find ‘Very Rare’ Prehistoric Female Figurine In Italian Cave

The figurine dates to the Neolithic period, when ancient people first started to develop farming communities in Italy.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 27, 2023

Earliest-Known Glass Workshop North Of The Alps Uncovered In The Czech Republic

Archaeologists believe that ancient people living in a site called Němčice in the Czech Republic during the third and second centuries B.C.E. produced glass items like beads and bracelets.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 25, 2023

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Earliest-Known Glass Workshop North Of The Alps Uncovered In The Czech Republic

Archaeologists believe that ancient people living in a site called Němčice in the Czech Republic during the third and second centuries B.C.E. produced glass items like beads and bracelets.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 25, 2023

Inside The Chilling Flannan Isle Mystery Of The Three Lighthouse Keepers Who Suddenly Vanished In 1900

In December 1900, the keepers of the Flannan Isles Lighthouse off the northwest coast of Scotland mysteriously disappeared — and to this day, no one knows what happened.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jul 24, 2023

Inside The Chilling Flannan Isle Mystery Of The Three Lighthouse Keepers Who Suddenly Vanished In 1900

In December 1900, the keepers of the Flannan Isles Lighthouse off the northwest coast of Scotland mysteriously disappeared — and to this day, no one knows what happened.

By Genevieve Carlton • July 24, 2023