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Exploring The Allegedly Grisly Meaning Behind ‘London Bridge Is Falling Down’

The English nursery rhyme "London Bridge is Falling Down" seems innocent on the surface, but some scholars believe it's a reference to immurement — the medieval punishment where a person is locked inside a room until they died.

By John Kuroski • Mar 11, 2023

Exploring The Allegedly Grisly Meaning Behind ‘London Bridge Is Falling Down’

The English nursery rhyme "London Bridge is Falling Down" seems innocent on the surface, but some scholars believe it's a reference to immurement — the medieval punishment where a person is locked inside a room until they died.

By John Kuroski • March 11, 2023

Inside Phrenology, The Bizarre Turn-Of-The-Century ‘Study’ Of Head Shapes

Considered a pseudoscience today, phrenology once claimed to predict a person's character and mental traits based on the shape of their head.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 10, 2023

Inside Phrenology, The Bizarre Turn-Of-The-Century ‘Study’ Of Head Shapes

Considered a pseudoscience today, phrenology once claimed to predict a person's character and mental traits based on the shape of their head.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 10, 2023

How Many Children Did King Henry VIII Have? The Answer Is A Little Complicated

Henry VIII of England had three legitimate heirs who went on to rule as Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I — but even during his reign it was common knowledge that he had illegitimate offspring as well.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 9, 2023

How Many Children Did King Henry VIII Have? The Answer Is A Little Complicated

Henry VIII of England had three legitimate heirs who went on to rule as Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I — but even during his reign it was common knowledge that he had illegitimate offspring as well.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 9, 2023

The Incredible Story Of ‘Sardinian Strongman’ Franco Columbu — And His Lifelong Friendship With Arnold Schwarzenegger

Franco Columbu came from a family of rural Italian shepherds but became an international star after winning multiple Mr. Universe and Mr. Olympia titles.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 8, 2023

The Incredible Story Of ‘Sardinian Strongman’ Franco Columbu — And His Lifelong Friendship With Arnold Schwarzenegger

Franco Columbu came from a family of rural Italian shepherds but became an international star after winning multiple Mr. Universe and Mr. Olympia titles.

By Austin Harvey • March 8, 2023

40 Years After Nuclear Disaster, Chernobyl’s Dogs Are Now Genetically Distinct

Researchers used blood samples to pinpoint genetic differences between dogs in the Chernobyl exclusion zone and in surrounding areas. These findings may help scientists understand the effects of radiation on large mammals, including humans.

By Amber Morgan • Mar 7, 2023

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40 Years After Nuclear Disaster, Chernobyl’s Dogs Are Now Genetically Distinct

Researchers used blood samples to pinpoint genetic differences between dogs in the Chernobyl exclusion zone and in surrounding areas. These findings may help scientists understand the effects of radiation on large mammals, including humans.

By Amber Morgan • March 7, 2023

The Fascinating Life Of Roger Bacon, The 13th-Century ‘Wizard’ Who Helped Pioneer Modern Science

Medieval philosopher Roger Bacon was said to have predicted numerous inventions hundreds of years before they were created and may have even discovered the formula for the philosopher's stone.

By Erin Kelly • Mar 6, 2023

The Fascinating Life Of Roger Bacon, The 13th-Century ‘Wizard’ Who Helped Pioneer Modern Science

Medieval philosopher Roger Bacon was said to have predicted numerous inventions hundreds of years before they were created and may have even discovered the formula for the philosopher's stone.

By Erin Kelly • March 6, 2023

This Week In History News, Feb. 26 – Mar. 4

Medieval crypt found beneath English vape shop, centuries-old mummy uncovered in Peruvian man's cooler bag, unknown early human groups discovered via prehistoric DNA.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 3, 2023

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This Week In History News, Feb. 26 – Mar. 4

Medieval crypt found beneath English vape shop, centuries-old mummy uncovered in Peruvian man's cooler bag, unknown early human groups discovered via prehistoric DNA.

By All That's Interesting • March 3, 2023

Crinoline, The Fatal Fashion Trend That Killed Thousands Of Women During The Victorian Era

Wide skirts were all the rage among Victorians — but the extremely flammable nature of crinolines meant that women routinely burned alive while wearing them.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 2, 2023

Crinoline, The Fatal Fashion Trend That Killed Thousands Of Women During The Victorian Era

Wide skirts were all the rage among Victorians — but the extremely flammable nature of crinolines meant that women routinely burned alive while wearing them.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 2, 2023

Ancient DNA Uncovers New Groups Of Prehistoric Humans In Europe

A pair of studies offering the most in-depth look into the lives of Ice Age hunter-gatherers has revealed at least eight previously unknown groups of early Europeans.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 2, 2023

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Ancient DNA Uncovers New Groups Of Prehistoric Humans In Europe

A pair of studies offering the most in-depth look into the lives of Ice Age hunter-gatherers has revealed at least eight previously unknown groups of early Europeans.

By Austin Harvey • March 2, 2023

Did Adolf Hitler Have An Affair With His Niece, Geli Raubal?

Found dead in his Munich apartment on September 18, 1931, Geli Raubal was Adolf Hitler's niece who many historians believe had a romantic relationship with the Führer.

By Katie Serena • Feb 25, 2023

Did Adolf Hitler Have An Affair With His Niece, Geli Raubal?

Found dead in his Munich apartment on September 18, 1931, Geli Raubal was Adolf Hitler's niece who many historians believe had a romantic relationship with the Führer.

By Katie Serena • February 25, 2023