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November 27th, 2023
After an Oregon official claimed to have spotted a giant, we decided to delve into the long and fascinating history of giants within religious beliefs. In the process, we uncovered some findings you won't want to miss.
CA Replaces Missionary Statue With Native American Hero
November 20th, 2023
In the summer of 2020, a controversial statue of Spanish missionary Junipero Serra was torn down by Native American activists. Now that statue's been replaced with one of Native American hero William J. Franklin Sr.
Did Homosexuality Cause the Fall of the Roman Empire?
November 6th, 2023
Did homosexuality cause the fall of the Roman Empire? in a resurfaced clip, newly minted Speaker of the House Mike Johnson argues as much, but historians aren't exactly on the same page.
The Secret Samhain Origins of Trick-or-Treating
October 26th, 2023
Millions of children will go trick-or-treating this Halloween, and unbeknownst to many of them, they'll be engaging in a practice thousands of years old, dating back to the Samhain in pre-Christian Europe.
How Sea Monsters in the Bible Inspired Modern Mysteries
August 25th, 2023
When it comes to fascinating and mysterious creatures, few can rival the allure of sea monsters. But did you know that many modern perceptions of sea monsters have their roots in ancient biblical texts?
Burn After Reading: History of the Marijuana Tax Act
July 31st, 2023
August 2nd is the 86th anniversary of the Marijuana Tax Act of 1937, which made recreational marijuana use and sale all but illegal in the United States. Almost a century later, what is the legacy of that legislation?
The Real History of the Little Mermaid
May 26th, 2023
With the release of Disney's live-action remake of The Little Mermaid on the horizon, some are criticizing the casting of black actress Halle Bailey as unscientific or inaccurate to the original Danish folktale.
Ancient Judaism Recognized Wide Variety of Genders, Scholars Say
March 22nd, 2023
Did Jews in the second century have a more nuanced and complex understanding than we do now? Religious scholars say that ancient Judaism recognized eight different genders, far more than the binary view we have today.
Top 10 Myths About Saint Patrick's Day, Debunked
March 8th, 2023
Saint Patrick’s Day is known for green Guinness, parades, and lots of corned beef. You might think know all there is to know about this holiday's namesake, Saint Patrick. But here’s the thing… you’re probably wrong.
Was Christmas Invented by Pagans in Ancient Rome?
December 22nd, 2022
Did you know that the ancient Romans celebrated a holiday around the 25th of December each year? It has some eery similarities to the modern celebration of Christmas, too. Is it possible the Romans invented Christmas?
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