History

Curious stories rooted in historical events and moments from the past.

Mar 08, 2025

10 Mind-Blowing Stories That Will Make You the Most Interesting Person in Any Room

From the secret life of cashews to a twice-bombed survivor and the linguistic marvel of the Pirahã tribe, here are 10 mind-blowing stories to make you the most interesting person in any room.

Bryan M. Vance

HistoryHistory

Mar 05, 2025

Little Countries, Big Ideas: Inside the World of Micronations Like Zaqistan

Who gets to decide what is and isn’t a country?

Bryan M. Vance

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Feb 25, 2025

Quiz: Discover Your Curiosity Type

Uncover your unique approach to discovery and learning with this personality quiz that reveals how you pursue knowledge and engage with the world around you.

Bryan M. Vance

MysteriesMysteries

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Feb 22, 2025

6 Enduring Mysteries That Continue to Baffle Experts

From history's most baffling aviation heist to a vanished colony, some mysteries refuse to be solved.

Bryan M. Vance

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Jan 20, 2023

Blubber-Bath: When Oregon Dynamited a Rotting Whale

In 1970, Oregon officials used dynamite to dispose of a dead sperm whale on the coast, triggering an infamous explosion that rained whale guts on unsuspecting spectators. Discover the bizarre story of the "exploding whale" and its place in Oregon history.

Bryan M. Vance

HistoryHistory

Dec 08, 2022

Why the TSA Bans Liquids From Carry-Ons

And why there may be hope for full-sized toothpaste tubes, soon.

Bryan M. Vance

HistoryHistory

Nov 07, 2022

How a Religious Cult Changed the Way Oregon Runs Its Elections

The wild story behind Oregon's earlier than normal voter registration deadline.

Bryan M. Vance