The World's Oldest Restaurant Has Been Operating Continuously for 300 Years
Many elements of Restaurante Botín in Madrid date back to when it opened in 1725, including the fire in the oven.
2023-08-15 04:16
13 Fascinating Facts About Grapes
Wine grapes and table grapes are a huge agricultural asset. It's no wonder that the humble grape is among the world's largest fruit crops.
2023-08-12 06:20
Why Are St. Bernards Always Depicted With Barrels Around Their Necks?
The barrels we see around St. Bernards' necks in paintings and cartoons is the invention of an artist named Edwin Henry Landseer.
2023-08-12 02:45
Why Can’t You Wear White After Labor Day?
The unofficial—but widely known—fashion rule can be traced back more than 100 years to some snobby millionaires.
2023-08-11 00:23
Why Did Old Phone Numbers Start With Letters?
You may have noticed these weird phone numbers while watching reruns of your favorite ’50s-era TV show—and though they look like gibberish to modern phone-users, they were perfectly normal at the time.
2023-08-10 21:27
The Enduring Enigma of the Victorio Peak Treasure
In 1937, "Doc" Noss found billions in gold in a New Mexico mountain peak. The only thing stopping his family from a windfall? The U.S. Army.
2023-08-10 01:19
5 of History’s Most Horrible Mutinies
The mutiny on the 'Bounty' has inspired multiple movies, but the 'Hermione' revolt was way bloodier.
2023-08-10 00:29
13 Cool Facts About Ötzi the Iceman
Nicknamed Ötzi the Iceman, the mummified man was around 40–50 years old when he died in the Copper Age. Here are 13 surprising facts about him.
2023-08-09 23:56
'Til Death: In Medieval Times, Marital Problems Could Be Solved With Duels
It was once socially acceptable for an unhappily married wife to stone her husband to death while he hid in a hole.
2023-08-09 05:23
Iggy Azalea submits letter of support for Tory Lanez ahead of his sentencing for Megan Thee Stallion shooting
Iggy Azalea is explaining why she submitted a letter of support on behalf of rapper Tory Lanez, who was convicted last year of shooting hip-hop star Megan Thee Stallion in 2020.
2023-08-09 01:51
Why So Many Burger Chains Use Thousand Island Dressing as Their Special Sauce
It's no secret that most fast food "secret sauces" are a riff on Thousand Island dressing.
2023-08-08 23:24
8 Paintings That Were Hiding Something
Just underneath the surface of many paintings, both famous and obscure, is another hidden painting that could have been.
2023-08-08 03:49