Interesting People Who Make History Worth Remembering

Meet Maximilian Kolbe, The Nazi-Fighting Monk Who Switched Places With A Condemned Man

When the Auschwitz guards condemned a man to die, Maximilian Kolbe took the man's place and sacrificed his own life.

By John Kuroski Jan 7, 2018

Meet Maximilian Kolbe, The Nazi-Fighting Monk Who Switched Places With A Condemned Man

When the Auschwitz guards condemned a man to die, Maximilian Kolbe took the man's place and sacrificed his own life.

By John Kuroski January 7, 2018

How Elisha Kane’s Failed Rescue Mission Revolutionized Arctic Exploration

The data that Elisha Kane recorded in his journal proved to be an invaluable resource for understanding the Arctic conditions.

By Wyatt Redd Jan 4, 2018

How Elisha Kane’s Failed Rescue Mission Revolutionized Arctic Exploration

The data that Elisha Kane recorded in his journal proved to be an invaluable resource for understanding the Arctic conditions.

By Wyatt Redd January 4, 2018

How One Artist Turned Cans Of Poop Into $300,000 Pieces Of Art

Let's just say, Piero Manzoni's concept art truly stinks.

By William DeLong Jan 4, 2018

How One Artist Turned Cans Of Poop Into $300,000 Pieces Of Art

Let's just say, Piero Manzoni's concept art truly stinks.

By William DeLong January 4, 2018

Coco Chanel’s Secret Life As A Nazi Agent

From Nazi love affairs to partnerships with the Abwehr, Coco Chanel kept more than little black dresses in her closet.

By John Kuroski Jan 3, 2018

Coco Chanel’s Secret Life As A Nazi Agent

From Nazi love affairs to partnerships with the Abwehr, Coco Chanel kept more than little black dresses in her closet.

By John Kuroski January 3, 2018

The Real Captain Morgan Was Way More Interesting Than His Commercialized Counterpart

Captain Henry Morgan was basically Jack Sparrow if Jack Sparrow were cooler.

By Wyatt Redd Dec 31, 2017

The Real Captain Morgan Was Way More Interesting Than His Commercialized Counterpart

Captain Henry Morgan was basically Jack Sparrow if Jack Sparrow were cooler.

By Wyatt Redd December 31, 2017

The Most Viral And Interesting News Stories Of 2017

In the last year, we've brought you the most interesting news from around the globe, dealing in a vast and diverse array of issues.

By Gabe Paoletti Dec 26, 2017

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The Most Viral And Interesting News Stories Of 2017

In the last year, we've brought you the most interesting news from around the globe, dealing in a vast and diverse array of issues.

By Gabe Paoletti December 26, 2017

The Story Of The Zoologist Who Ate Everything – Including A King’s Heart

William Buckland ate as many species of animals as he could. But the weirdest thing he ate was a king's heart.

By William DeLong Dec 22, 2017

The Story Of The Zoologist Who Ate Everything – Including A King’s Heart

William Buckland ate as many species of animals as he could. But the weirdest thing he ate was a king's heart.

By William DeLong December 22, 2017

The Story Of Shieldmaidens – The Viking Warrior Women

There's been great debate about the role of shieldmaidens in Viking culture — namely, whether they existed in the first place.

By Gina Dimuro Dec 22, 2017

The Story Of Shieldmaidens – The Viking Warrior Women

There's been great debate about the role of shieldmaidens in Viking culture — namely, whether they existed in the first place.

By Gina Dimuro December 22, 2017

The History Of M&M’s Isn’t As Sweet As You Think It Is

The true story of the history of M&M's sounds like something out of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.

By Katie Serena Dec 21, 2017

The History Of M&M’s Isn’t As Sweet As You Think It Is

The true story of the history of M&M's sounds like something out of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.

By Katie Serena December 21, 2017

How A Bored Reporter Thought Up One Of The Greatest Literary Hoaxes Of All Time

The idea for "Naked Came the Stranger" came from Mike McGrady's disappointment with the current state of literature in America.

By Katie Serena Dec 15, 2017

How A Bored Reporter Thought Up One Of The Greatest Literary Hoaxes Of All Time

The idea for "Naked Came the Stranger" came from Mike McGrady's disappointment with the current state of literature in America.

By Katie Serena December 15, 2017

History’s 25 Most Embarrassing Royal Nicknames

From John The Babymaker to Charles The Bald, the nicknames given to these leaders spoke volumes about their traits, as well as how much they were loved or hated.

By Erin Kelly Dec 13, 2017

History’s 25 Most Embarrassing Royal Nicknames

From John The Babymaker to Charles The Bald, the nicknames given to these leaders spoke volumes about their traits, as well as how much they were loved or hated.

By Erin Kelly December 13, 2017