Do you know how they say that history is often stranger than fiction? Well, that’s completely true. Every now and then, we randomly come across interesting, unknown historical events that are so bizarre that we can’t believe they actually happened. These stories often seem more like fictional tales—so surreal you would think it’s a plotline…
We all experience certain coincidences in our lives that blow our minds. There are small coincidences, like saying the same thing at the same time as someone, and then there are some coincidences that are simply unbelievable. History is filled with fascinating events, but every now and then you come across certain coincidental chapters from…
As a millennial, you must think 2020 is the most tragic year on the face of the earth. If you look back at the past centuries, some other catastrophic events might change your perception. For instance, in 1945 when atomic bombs swept away two cities in Japan. 1929 had the Great Depression. How can we…
The universe is full of mysteries as there is an unimaginable scale of greatness, intrigue, and complexity. Galaxies, dark matters, solar systems, black holes and whatnot! One such intriguing thing about the cosmos is the loudest sound in the universe. What fascinated me here is that in the vacuum of space, there is no medium…
Muhammad Mahabat Khan, Maharaja of Junagadh was known for his love for canines. The Maharaja was born in 1898 and took over the throne in 1911, at the age of just 13, after the death of his father. It is said that the Maharaja of Junagadh had over 800 dogs who lived with him in…
You might have heard of world nations that hold the largest militaries. However, for a soda company to hold the 6th largest military in the world seems straight out of a Hollywood movie. In 1989, PepsiCo Inc. acquired 17 submarines, a cruiser, a frigate and a destroyer from the Soviet Union. The fact that Pepsi…
From the frustration of spilled coffee on manuscripts to the crashing of my hard drives, I’ve always wondered if I am the unluckiest person in the world. God knows I’ve seen my fair share of chaotic back-to-back unfortunate events. But when I started my research on this topic, I realized there are many unlucky people…
Welcome to India, one of the oldest civilizations on Earth. With its rich tapestry of history and culture, there are stories and unsolved mysteries of India that have mystified minds for centuries. With such a rich and elaborate history, there are some ancient Indian secrets that are bound to be unsolved. Let’s go on a…
Remember that iconic scene from the movie ‘Pretty Woman’ where Julia Roberts, disrespectfully dismissed by an arrogant saleswoman returns to the store in designer clothes to deliver her famous line, “Big mistake. Big. Huge”? Well, Maharaja Jai Singh of Alwar had his own real-life “Pretty Woman” moment with the world’s most luxurious car company. Yes,…
Gather around, curious minds and mystery lovers. It’s time to talk about the top 10 unsolved mysteries in the world. Even Sherlock Holmes would scratch his chin in confusion if he heard of these creepy unsolved mysteries. Let’s ponder upon some ancient mysteries and mind-tickling disappearing acts that will leave you perplexed. The Top 10…