Back when “humane killing” wasn’t a thing, the kings and knights often turned to pretty harsh and gruesome punishments for various crimes. They even got creative and sometimes pretty extreme for what can only be defined as petty crimes. You see, medieval societies took crime seriously, and these medieval punishments will show just how far…
When Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon in 1969, few people would have guessed that the space suit he wore had its origins. If you ever had the questions of what are space suits made of, I can bet that you didn’t see this coming. Spacesuits were made by a company best known for…
One of my favorite pastimes is exploring the world map. I love studying the unique borders and geography of countries that never fail to captivate me. During one of my digital explorations, I stumbled upon a land with such an unusual shape that it immediately caught my attention. Does Finland really look like a rabbit,…
What if I told you that you can buy a watermelon that’s square in shape, pay an insane amount of money for it, and not even eat it? No, I am not joking. Welcome to the world of Japanese square watermelons! Japan is famously known for its expensive fruits and square watermelons are no exceptions….
Throughout history, humans have been known to engage in a wide variety of sports and physical activities. While some of these sports, such as soccer, basketball, and football, are well-known and widely played, there are weird sports in the world that people rarely know about. These sports, often known as “niche” or “alternative” sports, can…
Everytime I have to prepare onions for a meal, I dread the painful tears that follow. Just yesterday as I was slicing onions, tears began to flow uncontrollably. Frustration while wiping my eyes made me wonder why do onions make you cry and is there a way to cut onions without crying? If you are…
The melodious singing of birds is a pleasant alarm for many in the morning. However, it can be startling or even annoying for some (especially if you are a light sleeper like me) if birds start chirping in the middle of the night. Aren’t birds supposed to be quiet till dawn? While most birds are…
When you think of high-paying jobs, you probably imagine surgeons, engineers, or CEOs. But what if we told you that you can make the same amount of money (or more) doing something that doesn’t require you to study for years or sit in a cubicle all day? Move over 9-5, we are here to tell…
People pay an insane amount of money for treasured items, old paintings or collectibles. These high-end auctions organised by places like Christie’s or Sotheby’s are known for one-of-a-kind invaluable items that the rich can’t wait to get their hands on. But along with these invaluable objects, some strangest items sold in an auction tend to…
A new invention is a gamble—either it will change the world for the better or accidentally unleash chaos. Regardless of the outcome, inventions are necessary for the world to evolve and progress. While some breakthroughs may revolutionize the world and change lives, others might just cause more harm than good. Are there inventions that we…