What Sex Was Like in Feudal Japan
Feudal Japan is often idealized in historical works of art and modernĀ fiction. This historical period is associated with fierce samurai,
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What Sex Was Like in Medieval Times
We can all agree that sex is pretty awesome. But, alas, it wasn’t always this way. In the past, sex
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19 Strange and Startling Facts About Hitler
Adolf Hitler is one of the most studied and written-about figures in history. But that doesn’t mean new facts aren’t
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27 Things You Didn’t Know About the Crusades
What happened during the Crusades? What were the Crusades? This time is one of the most misunderstood periods of Western
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10 Unbelievably Brutal Ways Saints Were Tortured and Killed
Both historical accounts and unverified legends regarding the deaths of Christian martyrs in the religionās early days are surprisingly gory.
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Every Day Life In The Mayan Empire Was Way Weirder Than You Thought
While much is known about the Mayans’Ā achievements, the question remains: what was daily life for Mayans like? The Mayan Empire
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10 Mysterious Ancient Inventions Science Still Can’t Explain
GooglingĀ “mysterious ancient discoveries” or “unexplained ancient inventions” leads to dozens of sites listing artifacts supposedly so baffling the only possible
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26 Things You Might Not Know About Vikings
The history of the Vikings is replete with myths, misinformation, romantic notions, and pop culture laziness. The facts about the
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Queen Elizabeth I’s Personal Life Was So Intense It Nearly Split An Entire Continent In Half
Elizabeth I of England has been called everything from the “Virgin Queen” to the “Little Whore” (her mother Anne Boleyn
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Criminals Who Couldn’t Help But Pause to Take a Selfie
Technology: phone owners know it can be your most trusted and best friend, and other times it can be a
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The Craziest Japanese Fashion Trends
Ah, Japan: birthplace of sushi, tentacle porn, and some of the strangest fashion trends you’ve laid your eyes on. A
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Here’s All The Physical Evidence That Some Historians Think Proves Atlantis Was Real
The lost city of Atlantis was first mentioned in Platoās dialogues,Ā TimaeusĀ andĀ Critias. What happened to Atlantis,Ā if it existed at all, remains
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18 Facts About the Dramatic Life of Anne Boleyn
Sure, you’ve heard tales of Anne Boleyn, the alluring woman who convinced King Henry VIII of England to give up
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Inside Pope Alexander VI’s Erotic Banquet of Chestnuts
Even religious figures needed to blow off steam, especially during the indulgent period of 16th century Rome. But when it
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The Most Dangerous Toys Ever Made
Every year tens of thousands of kids are injured by their consumer tested toys. Hundreds of thousands of reports come
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What Happened To The Offspring of History’s Most Evil Figures After They Died?
What ever happened to the children of the most evil men in history? Some of their stories may surprise you.
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Rare Genetic Features That You Probably Don’t Have
Everyone hasĀ a unique combinationĀ of genetic features that differentiate them from the rest of the population, guaranteeing that no two people
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17 Eerie and Incredible Unsolved Ancient Mysteries from Around the World
At last count, the world contained about 7.4 billion people. That’s quite a lot already, and it’s impossible to say
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The Weirdest Royals Throughout History
When we think of royalty, beautiful princesses and charming princes come to mind. History reveals that, sometimes, real-life rulers were
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28 Facts You May Not Know About the Titanic
On April 14, 1912, the Titanic sank into the north Atlantic Ocean. Just four days into the ship’s journey, this
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The Many Times Sex Altered the Course of History
For the average person, sex is a private event that takes place behind closed doors. ButĀ sex in history has had
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22 Things You Didn’t Know About Stephen Hawking
Stephen Hawking is one of the most brilliant minds in astrophysics. Everyone knows his name, but much of his biography
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Celebrities And Their Russian Doppelgangers
If you’re into conspiracy theories, this Russian doppelgangerĀ one will blow your mind. After years of intensiveĀ research, the InternetĀ discoveredĀ tons of super
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The James Webb Telescope Is Set To Blow Hubble Out Of Space, (Almost) Literally
The universe is so big that humanity may never discover all of its secrets, but with the James Webb Space
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Weapons That Are Banned In Warfare
There are two basic ways to look at banning weapons in war. The first, humanitarian view is that that war
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McDonald’s Happy Meal Toys You Threw Away That Are Worth An Insane Amount Of Money Today
Growing up, a well-placed McDonald’s happy meal toy could make an otherwise mundane meal feel considerably more memorable. A good
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According To The Stars, These Zodiac Signs Will Have The Best (Or Worst) 2018
We are all wondering what to expect in 2018. For all those astrology junkies out there, we bet you’re wonderingĀ what
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Groundbreaking CGI Programing Shows What Historical Figures Actually Looked Like
Many a Social Studies teacher hasĀ promised to ābring history to life,ā but the art of 3D facial reconstruction actually pulls
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Uncanny Characteristics You Never Realized Humans Inherited From Fish
When people thinkĀ aboutĀ evolution, they often conjure up a mental picture that hasĀ humans branching off on the descendants-of-apes limb of the
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23 People Who Had Plastic Surgery to Look Like a Celebrity
List of real people who got plastic surgery to look like a celebrity. These “normal” people all had various justifications
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Insane Diseases That Science Never Explained
Medical science has come a long way over the years. Weāve found treatments for the Black Death, we created a
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Doctors Reveal Creepy Little Things You Don’t Know About Your Own Body
The human body is a revolting, ever-flatulent mechanism that just doesn’t know when to quit. Most people romanticize the human
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Teachers Reveal Their Most Disturbing Day at School
As all teachers know, dealing with students of any age is a complete gamble with your sanity. Elementary school kids
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14 Raunchy Stories About Giacomo Casanova, History’s Most Notorious Playboy
Giacomo Casanova is remembered today for his many illicit affairs. After all, the word “Casanova” still denotes a cad who
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22 Insane Facts About Aleister Crowley, Perhaps The Most Unique Person Ever
Aleister Crowley was one of the most bizarre, fascinating, and mysterious figures of the 20th century. Known in his own
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Each Zodiac Sign’s Deepest Darkest Secret Revealed
When learning about your Zodiac sign, you may tend to focus on the positive attributes the stars sayĀ about you. But
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