Ancient Tech That Laid the Foundation for Modern Computing
While we’re waiting for the varnish on those shelves to dry, let’s take a dive into one of the oldest …
Megan Grant
Mind-Blowing Ancient Counting Systems: How We’ve Counted for Millennia
Counting is a fundamental part of human life, and while we often take it for granted, the methods we use …
How John Banvard Rose and Fell in the 19th Century
The Forgotten Millionaire ArtistThe Forgotten Millionaire Artist: In the mid-19th century, a name dominated the art world, not with easel …
Coal Carrier to Legendary Vessel: Transformation of HMS Bounty
In the late 18th century, a seemingly unremarkable coal-carrying vessel named Bethia was transformed into one of the most famous …
James Branch Cabell: The Forgotten Master of Fantasy and Wit
“The optimist proclaims that we live in the best of all possible worlds; and the pessimist fears this is true.” …
Jim FitzPatrick’s Celtic Art: A Journey of Inspiration and Discovery
In 1975, while studying art in London, I stumbled upon a book that would change my appreciation of Celtic art …
MIND-BLOWING UFO Sighting Over Seoul: Alien Invasion or Elaborate Hoax?
A bizarre, silver, saucer-shaped object was captured on video by an airline passenger over Seoul, South Korea, on August 21, …
Oscar Wilde’s One Novel and Its Scandalous Influence
Oscar Wilde, celebrated for his wit and plays, surprisingly wrote only one novel: The Picture of Dorian Gray. Published first …
Ptolemy V and the Rosetta Stone: Unveiling Ancient Egypt’s Secrets
Ptolemy V Epiphanes, the Egyptian ruler credited with the Rosetta Stone, left an indelible mark on history. Known as “Ptolemy …
The True Story Behind the “Curse of the Unlucky Mummy”
When we think of cursed mummies, Tutankhamun usually comes to mind. But there’s another haunting tale that captured the imagination: …
