Disgusting truths about Ancient Rome that will change the way you see History. Ancient Rome’s grandeur tends to overshadow the grim reality of everyday life. The empire had many achievements, but the daily experiences of the citizens were far from glamorous. Filthy streets, unsanitary public baths, and bizarre remedies made survival in Rome a challenge....
A chilling recording depicts the moment silence descended on the battlefield, bringing an end to World War I and four years of bloodshed. Captured on the American front near the River Moselle, the artillery sound ranging clip provides a poignant insight into how the end of the war sounded to those on the frontline. To...
Meet the 1960s “Trailer for the rich” Here at Curbed, we’re dedicated to covering the best trailers and RVs, from innovative campers pushing the industry to affordable kits that let you DIY your own adventure van. And we’re also obsessed with all things design, including iconic architects, home decor, and everything midcentury modern. Love campers and trailers? Come join our community group. It’s not often...
In what totally sounds like a mash-up of two of Jeff Goldblum’s best movies, The Fly and Jurassic Park, scientists at New York University and the University of Chicago have created mutant fruit flies carrying reconstructed genes from 140 million years ago. The goal? To shed some light on the process of evolution and how it has changed...
Genealogists usually start their research with a death record, then move back in time. But death record research can be challenging for a number of reasons. For many of us, relatives died before statewide vital record-keeping. Others of us must deal with oddly-recorded names. However, if you can’t find a death certificate for a relative,...
The vestiges of what many believe to be a lost, ancient civilisation have been discovered off the coast of western India. What has been described as a vast city, stretching more than five miles (8km) long and two miles (3km) wide, was discovered 36 metres (120 feet) underwater in the Gulf of Khambhat (previously known as the Gulf...
Carbon dated to 500 BC, the ship is among 72 found at the bottom of the sea and may have been depicted on an ancient vase. The world’s oldest intact shipwreck has been discovered in the Black Sea after the most technologically advanced search ever. Ships that sailed during Greek and Roman times – but...
Modern dog breeds haven’t quite caught up to the wolf when it comes to the size of their brains, but that size discrepancy is shrinking. The modern dog’s brain is growing larger, and it could be thanks to their interactions with humans. A new study, published in the journal Evolution, investigated brain size in both modern and ancient dog...
For millennia, people slept in two shifts – once in the evening, and once in the morning. But why? And how did the habit disappear? It was around 23:00 on 13 April 1699, in a small village in the north of England. Nine-year-old Jane Rowth blinked her eyes open and squinted out into the moody...
Scientists around the world have noted that the Earth has been spinning on its axis faster lately—the fastest ever recorded. Several scientists have spoken to the press about the unusual phenomenon, with some pointing out that this past year saw some of the shortest days ever recorded. For most of the history of mankind, time has been...
Native American Prophecies, wisdom, and culture have been forgotten by many in the world. However, these concepts are deeply rooted in the blood of today’s Native tribal folk. According to Hopi elders, one of those prophecies is the end of America. Hidden Truths Most people know by now, the story of Thanksgiving didn’t happen exactly...
About 17 miles away from Mount Rushmore, rests a monument for a Native American hero. Crazy Horse was the leader of Oglala Lakota who fought in many famous battles of the American Indian Wars, including the Battle of the Little Bighorn where he killed General Custer. He fought to defend Oglala land, but eventually, he...
