While it is commonly known that there are numerous historical misconceptions, it is equally as surprising to come across genuinely strange and fascinating facts that actually happened. Take ...

If you have even a basic understanding of history, you’ve probably heard of the Middle Ages. Many people mistakenly think ...

Cleopatra, the famed Queen of Egypt, is remembered for various things including being unrolled from carpets (though it was more of a duvet), bathing in milk (unconfirmed) and using a snake to kill ...

Crackers came about because confectioner Tom Smith needed a way to market French-style sweets wrapped in paper. The story goes that he was inspired to add an explosive element by the sight of a ...

Here are three mind-blowing facts about dolphins that showcase their astonishing intelligence, as well as their peculiar behaviors—from recreational drug use to echolocation abilities that could ...