The global cooling theory of the 1970s, now debunked, once had scientists and the public fearing a new ice age. Discover why this theory emerged and how it was disproven.

The 1904 Dogger Bank Incident, where the Russian Navy mistakenly attacked British trawlers, led to an international crisis and exposed the dangers of military paranoia.

Williamina Fleming’s journey from a maid to a pioneering Harvard astronomer exemplifies resilience and intellect, inspiring women and redefining their potential in science.

Amongst other things, the Windy City is famous for its iconic skyline, delicious deep-dish pizza,…

One autumn day in 1976, a Soviet pilot made a decision that helped change the…

Political assassinations have been a persistent issue throughout history, affecting leaders from Julius Caesar to modern times.

Who carved the Burke and Hare Murder Dolls, placed them in wooden coffins, and stashed them in a cliffside niche in the 1800s? And why?

De Rebus Bellicis is a fascinating work from the late Roman Empire, written around the…