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Scientists Just Used Ancient Sources To Recreate Julius Caesar’s Signature Perfume

Research shows that the Roman dictator smelled like a blend of rock roses, citrus, and amber.

By Amber Morgan • Aug 5, 2024

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Scientists Just Used Ancient Sources To Recreate Julius Caesar’s Signature Perfume

Research shows that the Roman dictator smelled like a blend of rock roses, citrus, and amber.

By Amber Morgan • August 5, 2024

Archaeologists In Türkiye Unearth A Persian Pot Of Gold That Was Buried 2,400 Years Ago

The hoard of Persian darics found in the ancient city of Notion dates to the fifth century B.C.E. and may have been buried by a soldier just before he met with great misfortune.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 5, 2024

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Archaeologists In Türkiye Unearth A Persian Pot Of Gold That Was Buried 2,400 Years Ago

The hoard of Persian darics found in the ancient city of Notion dates to the fifth century B.C.E. and may have been buried by a soldier just before he met with great misfortune.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 5, 2024

Who Wrote The Constitution? The History Of The Surprisingly Messy Constitutional Convention

While James Madison is often called the "Father of the Constitution," America's founding document was actually written by a team that included George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Alexander Hamilton.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 5, 2024

Who Wrote The Constitution? The History Of The Surprisingly Messy Constitutional Convention

While James Madison is often called the "Father of the Constitution," America's founding document was actually written by a team that included George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Alexander Hamilton.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 5, 2024

The True Story Of Doc Holliday, The Gunslinging Dentist Who Became A Wild West Legend

From sickly dentist to deadly gunfighter to Tombstone deputy, Doc Holliday became one of the Wild West's most iconic figures before dying at just 36 in 1887.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 5, 2024

The True Story Of Doc Holliday, The Gunslinging Dentist Who Became A Wild West Legend

From sickly dentist to deadly gunfighter to Tombstone deputy, Doc Holliday became one of the Wild West's most iconic figures before dying at just 36 in 1887.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 5, 2024

The Wild Story Of Pat Garrett, The Old West Sheriff Who Killed Billy The Kid And Then Wrote His Biography

Sheriff Pat Garrett fatally shot Billy the Kid in 1881, but their legendary showdown was far from their first meeting — and some have even suggested that they were once friends.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 4, 2024

The Wild Story Of Pat Garrett, The Old West Sheriff Who Killed Billy The Kid And Then Wrote His Biography

Sheriff Pat Garrett fatally shot Billy the Kid in 1881, but their legendary showdown was far from their first meeting — and some have even suggested that they were once friends.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 4, 2024

The Rock ‘N’ Roll Life Of Anita Pallenberg, The Muse Of The Rolling Stones

A fashion model and actress, Anita Pallenberg had relationships with multiple members of the Rolling Stones, prompting Keith Richards to write "Gimme Shelter" and Mick Jagger to write "You Can't Always Get What You Want."

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 3, 2024

The Rock ‘N’ Roll Life Of Anita Pallenberg, The Muse Of The Rolling Stones

A fashion model and actress, Anita Pallenberg had relationships with multiple members of the Rolling Stones, prompting Keith Richards to write "Gimme Shelter" and Mick Jagger to write "You Can't Always Get What You Want."

By Kaleena Fraga • August 3, 2024

The Incredible Survival Story Of Genelle Guzman-McMillan, The Last Person Rescued After The September 11th Attacks

On September 11, 2001, Genelle Guzman-McMillan made it from the 64th floor to the 13th floor of the North Tower when "everything went black." Over 27 hours later, she was miraculously pulled out of the wreckage.

By Jessica O'Connor • Aug 3, 2024

The Incredible Survival Story Of Genelle Guzman-McMillan, The Last Person Rescued After The September 11th Attacks

On September 11, 2001, Genelle Guzman-McMillan made it from the 64th floor to the 13th floor of the North Tower when "everything went black." Over 27 hours later, she was miraculously pulled out of the wreckage.

By Jessica O'Connor • August 3, 2024

Inside The Tumultuous Life Of ‘Super Freak’ Rick James

Rick James was one of the most iconic singer-songwriters of the 1970s and '80s — but he also left behind a controversial legacy.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 2, 2024

Inside The Tumultuous Life Of ‘Super Freak’ Rick James

Rick James was one of the most iconic singer-songwriters of the 1970s and '80s — but he also left behind a controversial legacy.

By Austin Harvey • August 2, 2024

New Study Suggests Rembrandt Used Arsenic In His Most Famous Painting To Achieve Its Golden Glow

A surprising new study of the Rembrandt painting The Night Watch revealed the presence of arsenic sulfide minerals.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 2, 2024

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New Study Suggests Rembrandt Used Arsenic In His Most Famous Painting To Achieve Its Golden Glow

A surprising new study of the Rembrandt painting The Night Watch revealed the presence of arsenic sulfide minerals.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 2, 2024

Archaeologists In Türkiye Unearth A Sprawling Necropolis In The Ancient City Of Tios

The site was in use between the 5th century B.C.E. and the 5th century C.E. and contains more than 100 tombs arranged along a winding "street."

By Amber Morgan • Aug 2, 2024

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Archaeologists In Türkiye Unearth A Sprawling Necropolis In The Ancient City Of Tios

The site was in use between the 5th century B.C.E. and the 5th century C.E. and contains more than 100 tombs arranged along a winding "street."

By Amber Morgan • August 2, 2024