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The Hidden History Of The Tiananmen Square Massacre

Declassified reports and modern reexaminations reveal the widely covered-up horrors of the Tiananmen Square massacre that left as many as thousands dead in Beijing on June 4, 1989.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 23, 2021

The Hidden History Of The Tiananmen Square Massacre

Declassified reports and modern reexaminations reveal the widely covered-up horrors of the Tiananmen Square massacre that left as many as thousands dead in Beijing on June 4, 1989.

By Marco Margaritoff November 23, 2021

Artist Recreates Ötzi The Iceman’s 5,300-Year-Old Tattoos On Her Body — Using Her Own Blood

Nicole Wilson was still in school when she learned about the Ice Age mummy. Stunned by the mysterious ink on his body, the now-adult artist took drastic measures to explore our history.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 22, 2021

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Artist Recreates Ötzi The Iceman’s 5,300-Year-Old Tattoos On Her Body — Using Her Own Blood

Nicole Wilson was still in school when she learned about the Ice Age mummy. Stunned by the mysterious ink on his body, the now-adult artist took drastic measures to explore our history.

By Marco Margaritoff November 22, 2021

Inside Neuschwanstein Castle, The Fairy-Tale Palace With A Heartbreaking Secret

King Ludwig II of Bavaria spent years dreaming up Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, the model Walt Disney would later use for "Sleeping Beauty."

By Katie Serena Nov 22, 2021

Inside Neuschwanstein Castle, The Fairy-Tale Palace With A Heartbreaking Secret

King Ludwig II of Bavaria spent years dreaming up Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, the model Walt Disney would later use for "Sleeping Beauty."

By Katie Serena November 22, 2021

Ibogaine: The Psychedelic Drug Used By African Tribes, The CIA, And Opioid Addicts Who Are Trying To Quit

Though ibogaine has helped some people who are addicted to opioids, the drug remains controversial — and illegal in the United States.

By Katie Serena Nov 22, 2021

Ibogaine: The Psychedelic Drug Used By African Tribes, The CIA, And Opioid Addicts Who Are Trying To Quit

Though ibogaine has helped some people who are addicted to opioids, the drug remains controversial — and illegal in the United States.

By Katie Serena November 22, 2021

Inside The Scandals Of King Edward VIII, The British Monarch With Nazi Ties

Just a year into his reign in 1936, Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry American divorcée Wallis Simpson. But while England disapproved of the couple, Adolf Hitler welcomed them to Germany with open arms.

By Leah Silverman Nov 21, 2021

Inside The Scandals Of King Edward VIII, The British Monarch With Nazi Ties

By Leah Silverman November 21, 2021

Meet The Donut Dollies, The Unsung Women Who Gave Out Sweet Treats On The Front Lines

Inspired by a simple idea from female volunteers in 1917, the work of the Donut Dollies spanned decades and helped boost the morale of American soldiers during World War II and beyond.

By Jaclyn Anglis Nov 21, 2021

Meet The Donut Dollies, The Unsung Women Who Gave Out Sweet Treats On The Front Lines

Inspired by a simple idea from female volunteers in 1917, the work of the Donut Dollies spanned decades and helped boost the morale of American soldiers during World War II and beyond.

By Jaclyn Anglis November 21, 2021

He Was Hollywood’s Favorite Native American, But Iron Eyes Cody Wasn’t Native At All

Iron Eyes Cody quickly became Hollywood's go-to actor for Native American roles, but America's noble "Indian" was of Sicilian descent.

By Gina Dimuro Nov 21, 2021

He Was Hollywood’s Favorite Native American, But Iron Eyes Cody Wasn’t Native At All

Iron Eyes Cody quickly became Hollywood's go-to actor for Native American roles, but America's noble "Indian" was of Sicilian descent.

By Gina Dimuro November 21, 2021

How Bushidō Went From An Ancient Samurai Code To A Modern Set Of Japanese Virtues

For centuries, Japanese samurai adhered to bushidō, a strict code of honor that emphasized loyalty and honor to country and family. And it still influences Japanese culture today.

By Morgan Dunn Nov 20, 2021

How Bushidō Went From An Ancient Samurai Code To A Modern Set Of Japanese Virtues

For centuries, Japanese samurai adhered to bushidō, a strict code of honor that emphasized loyalty and honor to country and family. And it still influences Japanese culture today.

By Morgan Dunn November 20, 2021