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15th-Century Etiquette Book Tells Kids Not To Be Greedy With The Cheese Or Pick Their Nose

The British Library's new project of digitizing children's books has led to the discovery of a 1480 text that reveals what was unacceptable for kids back then. Turns out, these rules hold true today.

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 24, 2020

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15th-Century Etiquette Book Tells Kids Not To Be Greedy With The Cheese Or Pick Their Nose

The British Library's new project of digitizing children's books has led to the discovery of a 1480 text that reveals what was unacceptable for kids back then. Turns out, these rules hold true today.

By Marco Margaritoff • February 24, 2020

‘It Was Like Magic’: Stunning Photos Of The Snow That Just Blanketed Iraq

"It felt as if something great was happening, and we stayed outside even though it was freezing. It was worth it."

By Natasha Ishak • Feb 22, 2020

‘It Was Like Magic’: Stunning Photos Of The Snow That Just Blanketed Iraq

"It felt as if something great was happening, and we stayed outside even though it was freezing. It was worth it."

By Natasha Ishak • February 22, 2020

This Week In History News, Feb. 16 – 22

"Given recent national events, it is all the more important to learn from the mistakes of the past and to ensure that such an assault on freedom will never again happen to any community in the United States."

By All That's Interesting • Feb 21, 2020

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This Week In History News, Feb. 16 – 22

"Given recent national events, it is all the more important to learn from the mistakes of the past and to ensure that such an assault on freedom will never again happen to any community in the United States."

By All That's Interesting • February 21, 2020

Juror Who Helped Convict Crime Boss ‘Whitey’ Bulger Feels Guilty After Learning He Was In MKUltra

Bulger wrote to a juror who convicted him that he would be dosed with LSD, monitored by a physician, and repeatedly asked leading questions like: "Would you ever kill anyone?"

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 21, 2020

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Juror Who Helped Convict Crime Boss ‘Whitey’ Bulger Feels Guilty After Learning He Was In MKUltra

Bulger wrote to a juror who convicted him that he would be dosed with LSD, monitored by a physician, and repeatedly asked leading questions like: "Would you ever kill anyone?"

By Marco Margaritoff • February 21, 2020

Gallon-Sized Jars Of Human Remains Including Infant And Tongues Discovered In Florida Crawlspace

While stumbling upon gallon-sized jars of human remains on a routine inspection sounds horrifying, the true story is...less so.

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 20, 2020

Gallon-Sized Jars Of Human Remains Including Infant And Tongues Discovered In Florida Crawlspace

While stumbling upon gallon-sized jars of human remains on a routine inspection sounds horrifying, the true story is...less so.

By Marco Margaritoff • February 20, 2020

Violinist Plays Beautiful Melody As Doctors Remove Tumor From Her Brain

"We knew how important the violin is to Dagmar, so it was vital that we preserved function in the delicate areas of her brain that allowed her to play."

By Natasha Ishak • Feb 19, 2020

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Violinist Plays Beautiful Melody As Doctors Remove Tumor From Her Brain

"We knew how important the violin is to Dagmar, so it was vital that we preserved function in the delicate areas of her brain that allowed her to play."

By Natasha Ishak • February 19, 2020

Florida Snake Orgy Forces Local Government To Close Off Park Area

While the Florida water snakes that led to this parkland area's closure are non-venomous, some said they saw deadly water moccasins slithering about.

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 19, 2020

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Florida Snake Orgy Forces Local Government To Close Off Park Area

While the Florida water snakes that led to this parkland area's closure are non-venomous, some said they saw deadly water moccasins slithering about.

By Marco Margaritoff • February 19, 2020

Rare Giant Squid And Glow-In-The-Dark Sharks Found Near Sunken Continent Of Zealandia

"It's only the second [giant squid] I've ever seen. I've been on about 40 trips on Tangaroa, and most surveys are about a month, and I've only ever seen two. That's pretty rare."

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 18, 2020

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Rare Giant Squid And Glow-In-The-Dark Sharks Found Near Sunken Continent Of Zealandia

"It's only the second [giant squid] I've ever seen. I've been on about 40 trips on Tangaroa, and most surveys are about a month, and I've only ever seen two. That's pretty rare."

By Marco Margaritoff • February 18, 2020

Indian College Students Forced To Strip For Menstruation Inspection

At least 60 students were forced to the bathroom where they were told to take off their underwear to prove they weren't on their periods.

By Natasha Ishak • Feb 17, 2020

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Indian College Students Forced To Strip For Menstruation Inspection

At least 60 students were forced to the bathroom where they were told to take off their underwear to prove they weren't on their periods.

By Natasha Ishak • February 17, 2020

Miami’s Aggressive Peacocks To Be Relocated After Residents Complain

The infamous peacocks of Miami's Coconut Grove neighborhood are known to squawk into the night, scratch up the sides of residents' cars, and leave piles of poop everywhere.

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 17, 2020

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Miami’s Aggressive Peacocks To Be Relocated After Residents Complain

The infamous peacocks of Miami's Coconut Grove neighborhood are known to squawk into the night, scratch up the sides of residents' cars, and leave piles of poop everywhere.

By Marco Margaritoff • February 17, 2020