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  1. 11 of History’s Weirdest Jobs

    There have been lots of interesting jobs throughout history, but some are certainly weirder than others. With changing technologies and shifting social norms, strange jobs have taken the forefront of many evolving cultures. After all, before the days of plumbing, modern medicine, television, streaming, and other normal parts of our day-to-day lives, basic care and entertainment looked much, much different.

    Lex Leigh - 30/08/2022 - 18:52

  2. King Wamba Lost the Throne When He Unwittingly Underwent a Tonsure

    Within ancient history, tales of kings and rulers often contain unexpected twists and turns. Enter Wamba, the 7th century King of the Visigoths, whose reign is shrouded in a peculiar legend regarding his tonsured hair.

    Cecilia Bogaard - 18/02/2024 - 21:33

  3. Discovered: 85 Egyptian Tombs, Spanning More Than 2,500 Years!

    The latest excavations in Egypt’s southern province of Sohag have led to the discovery of 85 new Egyptian tombs that date back far into antiquity, Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities just announced. The remains of many mummies have been found inside these tombs, which span an impressive range of time.

    Nathan Falde - 06/05/2022 - 14:43

  4. Crossing the Veil: The Pre-Christian Origins of Halloween and Samhain

    Halloween, or the ancient Samhain, is considered the time of year when the veil between our world and the spirit world is at its thinnest. As darkness falls and families light their pumpkin Jack-o'-lanterns, they are, perhaps unknowingly, repeating the ancient traditions of honoring the dead and marking the beginning of the ‘dark half’ of the year.

    lizleafloor - 28/10/2020 - 22:47

  5. Nike Sportswear Took its Name from the Ultimate Champion

    Believe it or not, but the origin of the name Nike for the globally recognized sportswear giant dates back to Greek mythology. For the brand chose the winged goddess of victory as its namesake. The goddess Nike symbolized triumph and was often depicted with wings, an emblem of success.

    Cecilia Bogaard - 27/01/2024 - 23:55

  6. 8 Ancient Cultures Practicing Cannibalism Through the Ages

    When we think of cannibalism today it usually conjures up images of characters like Hannibal Lecter. In reality, many cultures practiced cannibalism throughout history. Therefore, while it may be a topic that invokes unease, exploring these instances can provide valuable insight into the multifaceted aspects of human behavior and survival.

    Robbie Mitchell - 05/01/2024 - 14:13

  7. Subterranean Secrets at the Temple of Sinca Veche

    The forested hills and craggy mountains of Romania offer both archaeological and supernatural tourists a wide range of stunning gothic churches and medieval monasteries.

    ashley cowie - 28/09/2020 - 13:55

  8. Invasion of Britain by Brothers Hengist and Horsa: Truth or Legend?

    Hengist and Horsa were a pair of brothers mentioned in British history. According to legend, they were the leaders of the first Germanic settlers (or Anglo-Saxons) of Britain. They are believed to have lived during the 5th century AD.

    dhwty - 26/05/2020 - 23:00

  9. Shuckland: Where Legends Haunt The Landscape

    Shuckland encompasses haunted landscapes where legends, folklore, history and even tales of villains and heroes (but mainly villains) seemed to permeate the very fabric of the place and imprint their presence on the terrain.

    Charles Christian - 23/07/2021 - 20:38

  10. Lost Lovers and Heroes: 90% of Medieval Manuscripts Have Not Survived

    A study comparing the survival of medieval manuscripts and tales from regions around Europe has arrived at some stark conclusions about the preservation of the medieval European past. A vast majority of the manuscripts recording heroic tales and chivalry have been lost. But interestingly, if you wanted to be a hero whose story passed the test of time, your best chance was to come from an island.

    Sahir - 18/02/2022 - 13:59

  11. Rare First Temple Period Toilet Discovered In Jerusalem

    A First Temple-era private toilet has been unearthed in Jerusalem. While in itself the toilet is an exceptionally rare find, surrounding it evidence was unearthed of a rich fruit garden within a “lush” royal residence.

    The term “toilet humor,” describes a whole set of jokes and puns about the human bodily functions and even extending into sex. This fact indicates that in today’s society toilets are most often associated with the dirty and lowly, but in history, the very opposite was the case.

    ashley cowie - 06/10/2021 - 14:28

  12. Hunting Hamilcar: The Battle of the Saw Uncovered

    Hamilcar Barca, the father of the battlefield genius, Hannibal, is considered even today as one of the greatest military commanders of all time, yet so little is known about the man and his battles, that it inspired Ricky D Phillips, military historian and history detective - w

    Ricky D Phillips - 07/05/2019 - 00:55

  13. Unravelling the Tragic Story Behind the Impressive Lion Monument of Lucerne

    The Lion of Lucerne (known also as the Lion Monument) is a memorial located in Lucerne, Switzerland. This monument is a rock relief carved into the cliff face of a former sandstone quarry, and features a dying lion. Sculpted during the early part of the 19th century, the purpose of the Lion of Lucerne was to commemorate the Swiss Guards who lost their lives in 1792 during the French Revolution.  

    dhwty - 29/04/2016 - 03:50

  14. First known colonial building in sub-Saharan Africa, with dark history, revealed to the public

    The Cabo Verde islands, situated in the South Atlantic Ocean between Africa and South America, were an important hub in the slave trade. Archaeologists have now revealed to the public a church there that dates from the 15th century and is the oldest known formal European building in sub-Saharan Africa. Buried under the church with a huge tombstone was a slave who also served as the capital city’s ‘treasure holder.’

    Mark Miller - 07/11/2015 - 03:40

  15. Reign of Terror Victims Found Hidden in the Walls of a Paris Church

    Evidence of Reign of Terror victims found hidden in the walls of a Paris church is changing the narrative of one of the bloodiest episodes in modern European history.

    Ed Whelan - 01/07/2020 - 18:32

  16. Forget Folk Remedies, Medieval Europe Spawned a Golden Age of Medical Theory

    It’s often said that there was no tradition of scientific medicine in medieval times. According to the usual narrative of the history of progress, medicine in the European Middle Ages – from around the 5th to the 15th centuries – was a formless mass of superstition and folk remedies; the very antithesis of science.

    ancient-origins - 07/02/2017 - 13:44

  17. The Himyarite Kingdom’s Bloody Conversion to Judaism: Passion or Ploy?

    The Himyarite Kingdom was established in 110 BC and lasted until 570 AC. It is most often remembered these days as the “Jewish Kingdom”, thanks to the fact that for some time its predominant religion was Judaism. The history of the rise and eventual fall of the Himyarite Kingdom is a bloody one. It is also a fascinating lesson in the impact religious shifts had on the ancient empires.

    Robbie Mitchell - 26/08/2022 - 14:48

  18. Do Not Attack the Bonnacon, A Medieval Beast with a Toxic Defense

    The bonnacon is a strange beast believed to have existed in the ancient world. The first attestation to the existence of the bizarre creature is traced to the Roman natural historian, Pliny the Elder. Belief in its existence continued well into the Middle Ages and it was a prominent figure in many medieval bestiaries – perhaps due to the crude and unusual way it defended itself.

    dhwty - 11/03/2018 - 22:29

  19. Does the Hagia Triada Sarcophagus Hold the Key to Discovering the Secrets of the Minoan History?

    The sophisticated decoration of the 3,500-year-old sarcophagus of Hagia Triada has provoked huge discussions and debates among researchers, as it seems to provide evidence for a mysterious relationship between the Minoans and ancient Egyptians. Moreover, the artifact may have been a significant milestone in decoding the origins of the lost civilization of Crete.

    Natalia Klimczak - 04/02/2017 - 14:16

  20. First-Ever Fossilized Dinosaur Brain Tissue Discovered in Sussex, England

    Researchers have identified the first known example of fossilized brain tissue in a dinosaur from Sussex. The tissues resemble those seen in modern crocodiles and birds.

    An unassuming brown pebble, found more than a decade ago by a fossil hunter in Sussex, has been confirmed as the first example of fossilized brain tissue from a dinosaur.

    ancient-origins - 28/10/2016 - 21:46

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