The detail within these texts is staggering. It extends to precise instructions for creating olive oil as well recipes for various types.
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A Unionizing History & Strategy Reading List for Anybody With a Job
This reading list will take you through the history of labor in America and give readers an in-depth look at the strategies and methods for unionizing and movement building.
Algorithms Associating Appearance and Criminality Have a Dark Past
Machine-learning algorithms have promised governments and private companies the power to glean all sorts of information from people’s appearance.
The Simple Genius of Hangul: The World’s Most Efficient Alphabet
In ancient Korea, illiteracy was a fact of life until one man revolutionized the writing system. Today, hangul is recognized as the best alphabet in the world.
Who Invented Calculus?: The Math Scandal Involving Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibniz
Who invented calculus? If you ask Isaac Newton, he did. Except Leibniz might beg to differ.
Catherine Parr Survived Henry VIII, but Anne of Cleves Was the Real Winner
Anne of Cleves kept her actual head, her maiden head, and one of Henry’s castles after their annulment.
Say Hello to Blucifer: The Mysterious and Scary Denver Airport Horse Statue
There are quite a few conspiracy theories about the Denver Airport, most of them probably untrue. But the story of Blucifer, the demon horse that killed its creator, is 100% fact.
Why the L Goes First in LGBT
Figuring out why the L goes first in LGBT gives us an interesting clue into a painful period of LGBT+ history.
A Day in New York’s History of African American Resistance: 7 Landmarks of the City’s Black History
Explore Black history and resistance in New York City by visiting these seven sites on your next trip.
The Secret History of Burritos
What is the history of burritos? Who made the first one? And who gave it its strange name?
Who Is Catherine Parr? A Look at the Life of the Wife Who Survived Henry VIII
While Catherine Parr is often treated as a footnote in Henry VII’s life of philandering, this accomplished queen was an opinionated writer on a mission.
5 Ancient Civilizations Where It Was Okay to Be Gay
Conservatives pretend homophobia and enforced heteronormativity are deeply rooted human traditions. These ancient civilizations where it was okay to be gay prove otherwise.
The Best Movies About Princess Diana, According to IMDb
Her fatal accident happened over 20 years ago, but the royal is more beloved than ever. Watch these movies about Princess Diana to learn about her life and legacy.
How British Soldier “Mad Jack Churchill” Took Down 42 Nazis With Only a Sword
Mad Jack Churchill may have been the most badass soldier ever. And capturing 42 Nazis with only a sword is just one of many insane stories from his life.
7 Most Terrifying Cults of Personality in History
Cults of personality made these men larger than life. So why do they work so well?
“The Tyranny of the Woman Writer”: The Unwritten History of Women in Film
Women in film, especially behind the camera, are a rarity in Hollywood today. But that wasn’t always the case.
It’s Not Just You, Academia Is Elitist. It Always Has Been.
Higher education may be an equalizer between classes. But because academia is elitist, it remains a key perpetrator of inequality worldwide.
Language Changes, Deal With It: Gen Z Paralinguistics and What It Can Teach Us About Language
In an age of Zoom calls and text-only contact with the world, Gen Z paralinguistics give them the tools to express themselves fully online.
What Is Humorism? Explaining the Ancient Medical Philosophy and the 4 Humors
Doctors all over the world once thought draining blood from their patients was a good idea. This was thanks to the theory of humorism, which persisted for over 1,000 years.
Visiting Hacienda Napoles: Pablo Escobar’s Estate Turned Into a Zoo
Once the estate of drug kingpin Pablo Escobar, Hacienda Napoles is now a family-friendly zoo and waterpark. Here’s what it’s like to visit.
Sic Semper Tyrannis: A Strange and Contradictory History of a Revolutionary Chant
Once a phrase condemning tyrannical rule, sic semper tyrannis is now a conservative protest chant used to condemn any politician they disagree with.
The Texas Pledge, State Pledges, and Texit
17 states have their own unique state pledges, but only the Texas pledge gets recited every morning.
Goldschlager Myths and History: Why Did We Ever Start Drinking Gold?
On top of the mystery behind the origins of Goldschlager, there are several myths about the gold-infused schnapps.
Top 10 Classic Horror Movie Posters
They say don’t judge a book by its cover but these masterfully done horror movie posters are ones you absolutely can judge the films by.