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How Wojtek The Bear Became A World War II Hero

How an orphaned Syrian bear named Wojtek became a Polish army hero.

By Savannah Cox • Jan 7, 2017

How Wojtek The Bear Became A World War II Hero

How an orphaned Syrian bear named Wojtek became a Polish army hero.

By Savannah Cox • January 7, 2017

When Heroin Was “God’s Own Medicine”

We call it an epidemic today, but for centuries medical experts encouraged the use of heroin.

By Savannah Cox • Jan 6, 2017

When Heroin Was “God’s Own Medicine”

We call it an epidemic today, but for centuries medical experts encouraged the use of heroin.

By Savannah Cox • January 6, 2017

The Snowman’s Oddly Political History

Turns out the winter sculpture has served more than just aesthetic purposes.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 5, 2017

The Snowman’s Oddly Political History

Turns out the winter sculpture has served more than just aesthetic purposes.

By All That's Interesting • January 5, 2017

The Bath School Disaster, The Biggest School Massacre America Forgot

The United States hasn't seen a school massacre of this scale since — which makes it all the more surprising that most of us know nothing about it.

By John Kuroski • Jan 4, 2017

The Bath School Disaster, The Biggest School Massacre America Forgot

The United States hasn't seen a school massacre of this scale since — which makes it all the more surprising that most of us know nothing about it.

By John Kuroski • January 4, 2017

How Martha Graham Transformed Dance

In a 1985 interview with The New York Times, Martha Graham said that “To me, the body says what words cannot.” And when the legendary dancer and choreographer got her start, many events seemed to defy articulation. Born in 1894, Martha Graham began working as a choreographer and dancer as...

By Savannah Cox • Jan 3, 2017

How Martha Graham Transformed Dance

In a 1985 interview with The New York Times, Martha Graham said that “To me, the body says what words cannot.” And when the legendary dancer and choreographer got her start, many events seemed to defy articulation. Born in 1894, Martha Graham began working as a choreographer and dancer as...

By Savannah Cox • January 3, 2017

31 Historical Photos Taken Just Before The Iconic Moment

From the Titanic to the moon landing, these rarely-seen historical photos reveal how things looked just before history was made.

By John Kuroski • Jan 3, 2017

31 Historical Photos Taken Just Before The Iconic Moment

From the Titanic to the moon landing, these rarely-seen historical photos reveal how things looked just before history was made.

By John Kuroski • January 3, 2017

How Catherine The Great Shook Up Europe’s Male Power Structure — And Was Punished For It

It was sexism, not a horse -- as one infamous rumor goes -- that brought down the powerful Russian empress known as Catherine the Great.

By Savannah Cox • Jan 2, 2017

How Catherine The Great Shook Up Europe’s Male Power Structure — And Was Punished For It

It was sexism, not a horse -- as one infamous rumor goes -- that brought down the powerful Russian empress known as Catherine the Great.

By Savannah Cox • January 2, 2017

The Worst Witch Trials In History Took Place In Spain, Not Salem

If you thought the Salem witch trials were bad, wait until you learn about what went down in Spain.

By Abby Norman • Dec 28, 2016

The Worst Witch Trials In History Took Place In Spain, Not Salem

If you thought the Salem witch trials were bad, wait until you learn about what went down in Spain.

By Abby Norman • December 28, 2016

Carrie Fisher: A Life In Photos

Fisher will be remembered for her acting talent and razor-sharp wit. Look back on her storied life with these Carrie Fisher photos.

By Erin Kelly • Dec 27, 2016

Carrie Fisher: A Life In Photos

Fisher will be remembered for her acting talent and razor-sharp wit. Look back on her storied life with these Carrie Fisher photos.

By Erin Kelly • December 27, 2016

Devastating Civil Wars That Make America’s Look Tiny

The United States invaded Russia, Germany tore itself apart over religion, and hunger became a weapon in Africa. These domestic conflicts render America's Civil War puny by comparison.

By Richard Stockton • Dec 27, 2016

Devastating Civil Wars That Make America’s Look Tiny

The United States invaded Russia, Germany tore itself apart over religion, and hunger became a weapon in Africa. These domestic conflicts render America's Civil War puny by comparison.

By Richard Stockton • December 27, 2016