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Illness, Infertility, And Illicit Friendships: Inside The Scandalous Court Of Queen Anne

Queen Anne was the first to rule over a united Britain, but her reign was marred by 17 failed pregnancies and accusations of a lesbian love triangle between her and two women in her court.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 28, 2019

Illness, Infertility, And Illicit Friendships: Inside The Scandalous Court Of Queen Anne

Queen Anne was the first to rule over a united Britain, but her reign was marred by 17 failed pregnancies and accusations of a lesbian love triangle between her and two women in her court.

By Natasha Ishak • August 28, 2019

The Impeccable Brilliance Of Marie Curie, One Of History’s Greatest Scientists

Marie Curie's biography presents an inspiring portrait of a woman who overcame poverty and misogyny to make Earth-shattering scientific discoveries.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 12, 2019

The Impeccable Brilliance Of Marie Curie, One Of History’s Greatest Scientists

Marie Curie's biography presents an inspiring portrait of a woman who overcame poverty and misogyny to make Earth-shattering scientific discoveries.

By Natasha Ishak • August 12, 2019

15 Little-Known Facts About Marilyn Monroe

You might think you know a lot about her, but after reading these Marilyn Monroe facts, you'll change your mind.

By Kiri Picone • Aug 9, 2019

15 Little-Known Facts About Marilyn Monroe

You might think you know a lot about her, but after reading these Marilyn Monroe facts, you'll change your mind.

By Kiri Picone • August 9, 2019

Paula Hitler: The Surprisingly Quiet Life Of Adolf’s Little Sister

"She had great respect for [Adolf]," said one man who spoke with Paula Hitler in 1959. “Had I asked her about anything that might’ve been critical of him, I think she would've protected him."

By Katie Serena • Aug 7, 2019

Paula Hitler: The Surprisingly Quiet Life Of Adolf’s Little Sister

"She had great respect for [Adolf]," said one man who spoke with Paula Hitler in 1959. “Had I asked her about anything that might’ve been critical of him, I think she would've protected him."

By Katie Serena • August 7, 2019

12th-Century Poem About A Virgin Arguing With Her Vulva Uncovered In Austrian Monastery

In the poem, entitled "A Rose Thorn," a woman argues with her vulva over which is more attractive to men: physical beauty or the vulva itself.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 5, 2019

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12th-Century Poem About A Virgin Arguing With Her Vulva Uncovered In Austrian Monastery

In the poem, entitled "A Rose Thorn," a woman argues with her vulva over which is more attractive to men: physical beauty or the vulva itself.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 5, 2019

Meet Princess Michael Of Kent: The British Royal Family’s Nazi Connection

The daughter of an SS official, Princess Michael of Kent has continually embarrassed the British Royal Family with racist comments and gestures.

By Carly Silver • Aug 4, 2019

Meet Princess Michael Of Kent: The British Royal Family’s Nazi Connection

The daughter of an SS official, Princess Michael of Kent has continually embarrassed the British Royal Family with racist comments and gestures.

By Carly Silver • August 4, 2019

Meet The Mother Of All Feminists, Philosopher Mary Astell

Through her sharp treatises and philosophical writings, the self-educated Mary Astell would galvanize the Suffrage movement.

By Sienna Vittoria Asselin • Jul 31, 2019

Meet The Mother Of All Feminists, Philosopher Mary Astell

Through her sharp treatises and philosophical writings, the self-educated Mary Astell would galvanize the Suffrage movement.

By Sienna Vittoria Asselin • July 31, 2019

The Amazons Were More Than A Myth: Archaeological And Written Evidence For The Ancient Warrior Women

The Amazons frequently pop up in Greek mythology. But unlike the demi-god Hercules, they were probably real.

By Carly Silver • Jul 29, 2019

The Amazons Were More Than A Myth: Archaeological And Written Evidence For The Ancient Warrior Women

The Amazons frequently pop up in Greek mythology. But unlike the demi-god Hercules, they were probably real.

By Carly Silver • July 29, 2019

Meet Ada Lovelace, One Of The World’s First Computer Programmers

In the mid-1800s, Ada Lovelace saw the full potential of computers more than a century before they were a reality.

By Natasha Ishak • Jul 29, 2019

Meet Ada Lovelace, One Of The World’s First Computer Programmers

In the mid-1800s, Ada Lovelace saw the full potential of computers more than a century before they were a reality.

By Natasha Ishak • July 29, 2019

Jamaican Doctress Mary Seacole Was As Heroic As Florence Nightingale

Mary Seacole faced adversity — and open fire — to help injured soldiers during the Crimean War. Now, more than a century later, she is being remembered for her heroic achievements.

By Hannah McKennett • Jul 27, 2019

Jamaican Doctress Mary Seacole Was As Heroic As Florence Nightingale

Mary Seacole faced adversity — and open fire — to help injured soldiers during the Crimean War. Now, more than a century later, she is being remembered for her heroic achievements.

By Hannah McKennett • July 27, 2019