History didn’t need social media to spread ridiculous stories.

Let’s celebrate some badassery.

War is the worst. But occasionally it results in the most unexpected things happening.

You think you at least have a rough idea of where common stuff comes from … but then when you look at the history books, things get weird.

There’s nothing better to lift the spirits than confronting the knowledge that you will never be as successful as these animals.

One thing you learn as you get older: History has many editors, and they love using that delete key.

These magicians didn’t just amaze people from the confines of a stage. They helped shape the world into what it is today.

Streaming music? Computer dating? Portable music players? All invented waaaay before you think.