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Seven Medieval ‘Cures’ That Prove We’re Really Lucky to Be Sick in 2025
The Wild History of Old-School Medicine If you’ve ever complained about a long wait at the clinic or how gross cough syrup tastes, trust me, after reading how illnesses were treated centuries ago, you might send your doctor a thank-you card. Medicine has come a very, very long way.
By Areeba Umair2 months ago in History
The Lighthouse of Alexandria
For centuries, sailors crossing the restless Mediterranean spoke of a tower so bright that it could be seen from beyond the horizon. A tower that turned darkness into daylight, that guided traders, explorers, and conquerors safely into the wealthy port of Alexandria. This was the Lighthouse of Alexandria, also known as the Pharos, one of the greatest wonders the ancient world ever created.
By The khan2 months ago in History
Bronze Saber History Design Uses and Cultural Significance
Humankind made the Bronze Saber as one of the first refined weapons. Being the product of the beginning of civilization, it marks the shift in ancient warfare, social hierarchy, craftsmanship, and cultural development. In its pre-invention state, humanity had to use tools made of stone, wood, and bone, which were too frail or even too soft to support sophisticated weaponry. The discovery of bronze, which artisans turned into blades, changed everything. The Bronze Saber not only revolutionized the war heroics but also contributed to leadership, ritualistic performances, and art on the continents.
By ZUBAIR2 months ago in History
Yemen Is About to Break In Two
Yemen has lived through revolutions, foreign interventions, famine, epidemics, and one of the world’s most devastating civil wars. Yet somehow, the country has found itself lurching into crisis once more—only this time, it’s not the Houthis dragging the nation back into chaos. Over the past several days, a powerful southern faction known as the Southern Transitional Council has launched a stunning territorial blitz, sweeping across eastern Yemen, seizing key oil fields, and conquering cities with a speed and efficiency that blindsided nearly everyone watching. The internationally recognized Yemeni government, already fragile after years of war, now teeters on the edge of outright collapse. And in the shadows, the unmistakable fingerprints of the United Arab Emirates are shaping a conflict that is rapidly evolving into a major proxy showdown with Saudi Arabia.
By Lawrence Lease2 months ago in History
6 Lost Inventions That Could Have Changed the World Forever
As incredible as our world is right now, we’re living in an era of unprecedented technological advancement. Every day, there’s a discovery, a new gadget, or an innovation that makes life a little easier, or just downright cooler. But here’s the thing: history is full of inventions that were so ahead of their time, we still haven’t been able to replicate them. Some of these lost creations were so powerful or groundbreaking that they could’ve completely changed the way we live.
By Areeba Umair2 months ago in History
Dive Bars: How the 200 year-old tradition originated
Dive Bar: A once popular tradition The term “Dive bar” brings to mind various images, depending on what you have seen or heard. Many used to call this type of establishment a “hole in the wall,” or nip joint, where, using the terminology of the day, the riff-raff would hang out to drink, gamble, and find prostitutes.
By Cheryl E Preston2 months ago in History
The Epic Feuds That Nearly Tore America Apart (Before Twitter Tried to)
There is a certain kind of silence in the Appalachian dawn. A silence so heavy you can feel it settle on your shoulders. Mist hangs in the hollers. Dogs bark in the distance. The river moves slow, like it’s remembering something it would rather forget.
By The Iron Lighthouse2 months ago in History
Do We Think First or Feel First? Two Philosophers Explain
Are We Driven By Reason or Emotion? Plato and David Hume Have Very Different Answers Every choice you’ve ever made, from what you eat for breakfast to who you fall in love with, comes from somewhere. But where, exactly? Is it logic, carefully weighing facts and outcomes? Or is it emotion, moving you long before you’re even aware of it?
By MB | Stories & More2 months ago in History
The Winter Creature People Misjudge
There is a predictable pattern that shows up whenever old cultural traditions resurface in modern conversation. If the costumes are loud, or the symbols unfamiliar, someone will insist it carries a demonic core. The Alpine Krampuslauf festival is a perfect example of this kind of misplaced certainty.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin2 months ago in History
I Looked Back at 100 Years of Macy’s Parades, and It Disproved the Biggest Lie in Economics
Most people look at history as a sequence of wars, treaties, and elections. I look at it as a laboratory of human behavior.
By Cher Che2 months ago in History
The Great American Heists You’ve Never Heard Of...
Midnight on the frontier came quietly... soft wind, a lone lantern flickering on a porch, a distant coyote harmonizing with the stars. Towns slept with their doors locked and their hopes tucked under thin quilts. But not everyone slept.
By The Iron Lighthouse2 months ago in History
The House of Saddam: A Look into the Reign of Iraq's Notorious Dictator
Saddam Hussein was a name that for decades invoked fear, intrigue, and complexity and served as the President of Iraq from 1979 to 2003. His reign was characterized by brutal suppression of opposition, a plethora of regional and international conflicts, and a cult of personality that attempted to position him alongside history's great conquerors like Saladin and Nebuchadnezzar. The "House of Saddam" is not just a metaphor for his rule but a reference to his family, who were key players in the political saga of Iraq and the wider Middle East. This article delves into the life of Saddam Hussein, his rise to power, his family's involvement in the governance and downfall of Iraq, and the legacy he left behind.
By Lawrence Lease2 months ago in History