curiosities

5 Historical Examples Of Why “One Man, One Woman” Has Never Been The Only Option

Homosexuality is often regarded as aberrant behavior, but history shows us that this is a relatively recent phenomenon. We live in a world that is slowly granting the same rights to everyone, regardless of sexual orientation. Some have obviously—and publicly—balked at the gradual, legislative move toward equality, calling homosexuality and...

By Teresa Cantero • Feb 2, 2016

5 Historical Examples Of Why “One Man, One Woman” Has Never Been The Only Option

Homosexuality is often regarded as aberrant behavior, but history shows us that this is a relatively recent phenomenon. We live in a world that is slowly granting the same rights to everyone, regardless of sexual orientation. Some have obviously—and publicly—balked at the gradual, legislative move toward equality, calling homosexuality and...

By Teresa Cantero • February 2, 2016

5 Times The World Was On The Very Brink Of Nuclear Annihilation

It's astonishing how many times we've been on the cusp of Armageddon following the creation of the hydrogen bomb.

By John Schellhase • Jan 31, 2016

5 Times The World Was On The Very Brink Of Nuclear Annihilation

It's astonishing how many times we've been on the cusp of Armageddon following the creation of the hydrogen bomb.

By John Schellhase • January 31, 2016

The Curse Of January 30 — Could It Be The Worst Day In History?

Is any day in history as fraught with horrible events as January 30? From Hitler's rise to power to the assassination of Gandhi, these are some of the absolute worst.

By Richard Stockton • Jan 30, 2016

The Curse Of January 30 — Could It Be The Worst Day In History?

Is any day in history as fraught with horrible events as January 30? From Hitler's rise to power to the assassination of Gandhi, these are some of the absolute worst.

By Richard Stockton • January 30, 2016

The Surprising Origins Of The First Ever Guide Dog School

Vintage images help reveal the surprising origins of the first guide dog school ever that still operates in New Jersey to this day.

By John Kuroski • Jan 29, 2016

The Surprising Origins Of The First Ever Guide Dog School

Vintage images help reveal the surprising origins of the first guide dog school ever that still operates in New Jersey to this day.

By John Kuroski • January 29, 2016

23 Of The World’s Most Ingeniously Weird Ads

If there's one thing that unites every country, it's how nuts their advertising companies are. You'll see what we mean when you look at these weird ads.

By Teresa Cantero • Jan 29, 2016

23 Of The World’s Most Ingeniously Weird Ads

If there's one thing that unites every country, it's how nuts their advertising companies are. You'll see what we mean when you look at these weird ads.

By Teresa Cantero • January 29, 2016

Why Is Iowa First? A Quick History Of The Caucuses

Every four years, Iowa becomes the most important state in the Union. But why?

By John Schellhase • Jan 28, 2016

Why Is Iowa First? A Quick History Of The Caucuses

Every four years, Iowa becomes the most important state in the Union. But why?

By John Schellhase • January 28, 2016

Making A Murderer: Six Theories On What Really Happened To Teresa Halbach

Since the debut of Netflix’s docudrama Making A Murderer, the Internet has been abuzz with theories about the murder of Teresa Halbach that would support Steven Avery’s innocence. The release of case information not presented in the documentary, combined with what was revealed throughout the show, has become fodder for...

By Abby Norman • Jan 27, 2016

Making A Murderer: Six Theories On What Really Happened To Teresa Halbach

Since the debut of Netflix’s docudrama Making A Murderer, the Internet has been abuzz with theories about the murder of Teresa Halbach that would support Steven Avery’s innocence. The release of case information not presented in the documentary, combined with what was revealed throughout the show, has become fodder for...

By Abby Norman • January 27, 2016

The Strange, Surprising History Of The Vibrator

In the U.S. alone, the vibrator is a billion dollar industry. But how long have they really been around, and who invented them?

By Abby Norman • Jan 26, 2016

The Strange, Surprising History Of The Vibrator

In the U.S. alone, the vibrator is a billion dollar industry. But how long have they really been around, and who invented them?

By Abby Norman • January 26, 2016

Astounding Bigfoot Facts That Delve Into The Legend Of The Notorious Ape-Man

From its 3,000-year-old origin story to its putrid stench, these Bigfoot facts might make a believer out of you.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 22, 2016

Astounding Bigfoot Facts That Delve Into The Legend Of The Notorious Ape-Man

From its 3,000-year-old origin story to its putrid stench, these Bigfoot facts might make a believer out of you.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 22, 2016

What We Loved This Week Jan. 17 – 23

The harsh beauty of Greenland, Alaska, and Antarctica (where they’ve built an entire base on skis), plus epic vintage beards and hilariously hideous 1970s menswear. The Giant, Epic Beards Of Times Past Say the word beard these days and most people will picture a furry-faced hipster showing off a year’s...

By All That's Interesting • Jan 22, 2016

What We Loved This Week Jan. 17 – 23

The harsh beauty of Greenland, Alaska, and Antarctica (where they’ve built an entire base on skis), plus epic vintage beards and hilariously hideous 1970s menswear. The Giant, Epic Beards Of Times Past Say the word beard these days and most people will picture a furry-faced hipster showing off a year’s...

By All That's Interesting • January 22, 2016

The Surprising History Of Death In America

Where did our current funeral rituals come from, and as they fall out of fashion, what will we replace them with?

By Abby Norman • Jan 21, 2016

The Surprising History Of Death In America

Where did our current funeral rituals come from, and as they fall out of fashion, what will we replace them with?

By Abby Norman • January 21, 2016