4 Big Misconceptions About the Human Body
Considering how familiar we all are with the human body—since we all have one—there is a surprising number of enduring myths about it.
2023-11-30 00:21
Why Is Opening an Umbrella Indoors Supposed to Be Bad Luck?
When it comes to superstitions about bad luck, indoor umbrellas are right up there with broken mirrors and black cats.
2023-10-26 05:22
Map Shows Local Versions of The Boogeyman From Around the World
From Kelpie to Krampus, get to know these boogeymen (and boogeywomen) from different countries.
2023-10-21 05:24
6 Misconceptions About the Roman Empire
Did Julius Caesar really say “Et tu, Brute?” Did Nero fiddle while Rome burned? What was with the togas? We answer these questions and more.
2023-09-26 04:49
16 Cryptids That Might (Or Might Not) Exist
Almost every country has its own cryptid, from giant bats in Java to enormous water hounds in Ireland.
2023-09-14 03:18
Google Launches World's Largest Digital Collection of Frida Kahlo Artifacts
"Faces of Frida" includes more than 800 items, including personal photographs of the artist, as well as letters and journal entries that she penned.
2023-09-10 22:28
As the nation celebrates Juneteenth, it's time to get rid of these three myths about slavery
Though Juneteenth commemorates a moment when enslaved African Americans were freed, the US is still held captive by several myths about slavery.
2023-06-18 16:21
11 Myths About Ticks, Debunked
Before venturing outdoors, read up on the most common myths about ticks.
2023-05-31 00:48