History And Society

Was Socrates Really Killed for Corrupting the Youth?
In broken, post-war Athens, Socrates stood trial. Officially charged with impiety, deeper fears and unrest truly sealed his tragic fate.
30 Countries With The Youngest Populations In The World
Discover how global age demographics vary, with Africa home to the world’s youngest populations and projections showing youth numbers doubling by 2050.

Ancient African Civilizations
The history of modern-day humans began in Africa. Then, it is no surprise that Africa was once home to several great ancient civilizations.

3 Historic Battles That Shaped South Carolina
Learn how and why three battles (two from the American Revolution and one from the American Civil War) shaped the history of South Carolina.

4 Historic Battles That Shaped Maryland
Maryland has a deep history when it comes to battles that created the United States as we know it today. Here are four historic battles that shaped the state.

The Deadliest Ancient Weapons Ever Created
From spears to whip swords, these ancient, deadly weapons from before 500 AD will fascinate just about anyone and offer insight into historical warfare.

What Was The Great Purge?
Explore Stalin’s Great Purge: a brutal campaign of political repression, show trials, and mass arrests that reshaped Soviet society in the 1930s.
5 Historic Battles That Shaped Utah
Discover more about the historic battles that helped shape Utah into the notable and important state it is today, including the Walker War.

What was the Holodomor?
Read about the Holodomor famine in Ukraine, its causes, death toll, and the ongoing debate over its classification as genocide.
The Real King Arthur And What The Evidence Actually Says
The idea of the noteworthy local leader, King Arthur, is entirely plausible, given historical conditions and archaeological evidence.


The Top Wimbledon Winning Countries
Countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and more have earned the most winning titles in the Wimbledon tennis tournament.

Egyptians Anticipated Antibiotics By Millennia By Using Moldy Bread
Surprisingly, the Egyptians anticipated the use of antibiotics long before Alexander Fleming in 1928 through the use of moldy bread as a cure.

The Most Famous Serial Killers In America And Their Twisted Crimes
Some of the most known serial killers in the world have performed heinous acts all over the country, and this article will name the ones that were the most famous.
10 of the Most Unhealthy Fast-Food Restaurants in the US
Popular fast food chains serve high-calorie meals loaded with salt, sugar, and fat, encouraging unhealthy eating habits nationwide.
What Are The Biggest Indoor Arenas In The World?
Indoor arenas, evolving since 1890, now host large crowds. Philippine Arena leads with 55,000 seats, followed by Saitama.
G7 Countries
The G7, an informal forum, comprises leading democracies addressing global challenges, vital for economic stability and international cooperation.
Why Did So Many Greek Philosophers Oppose Democracy?
Despite being ancient Athens' most famous contribution to political thought, philosophers like Plato, Aristotle, and Thucydides posed concerns with democracy.

10 Ancient Sieges More Devastating Than Modern Wars
Ancient sieges caused immense suffering, high death tolls, and brutal tactics, laying the groundwork for modern warfare techniques and strategies.
Ancient Roman Concrete That Got Stronger With Age
Roman concrete has proved remarkably durable due to its combination of Pozzuoloan ash and limestone, which self-heals fissures.
How Many Serial Killers Are Active In The UK Now?
Serial killings in Scotland and the United Kingdom are really rare, and police have a lack of experience and knowledge to fight serial killers and to catch them.
10 Of The Most Notorious Serial Killers In The World
Because of their acts and media exposure, some of them reach the status of a celebrity. Serial killers like Jack the Ripper and Ted Bundy are known all over the world.

The Paris Treaty of 1763
The Treaty of Paris (1763) ended the Seven Years' War between France, Britain, and Spain, reshaping North America's political landscape and laying the foundation for modern Canada.

The World's Oldest Civilizations
To decipher the buried legends of humanity's past, one must be prepared to sift through archaeological scraps that refuse to share their secrets.

How Fear of Communism Nearly Destroyed American Democracy
McCarthy accused hundreds of federal workers of being communists, ranging from low-level bureaucrats to some of the highest-ranking government officials.

Charlemagne
Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, served as the king of the Franks and the Christian emperor of the West, playing a significant role in shaping the character and boundaries of medieval Europe.

Pythagoras Led A Cult That Forbade Eating Beans
Explore the mysterious life of Pythagoras, a mathematician, philosopher, and cult leader with bizarre beliefs like the taboo against eating beans.

Maya Civilization
The Maya is probably the most famous civilization among the classical civilizations of Mesoamerica. Mesoamerica spans five countries.

Abbasid Caliphate
The Abbasid Caliphate was the third in a series of Islamic Empires to span large parts of Africa and Asia. The Abbasids rose to power in the mid-8th century CE.

Göbekli Tepe, The 12,000-Year-Old Site That Shouldn’t Exist
Unearthed in Turkey, Göbekli Tepe rewrites history. Built 6,000 years before Stonehenge, it challenges much of what we thought we knew about ancient cultures.

How Many Uncontacted Tribes Are Left In The World?
Uncontacted tribes are groups of people that live in complete isolation. Currently, it is believed that there are around 100 uncontacted tribes left in the world.
The Cult Of Isis And How An Egyptian Goddess Conquered Rome
This article delves into the Mysteries of Isis, and how this cult, as well as the Egyption Goddess Isis, managed to conquer Rome.
Countries With The Most Blue-Eyed People
The genetic origins and geographic distribution of blue eye color, from Northern European countries to specific ethnic groups with the most blue-eyed individuals.

When Elephants Went to War In Hannibal’s Invasion of Rome
Hannibal's use of war elephants in the invasion of Rome during the Second Punic War intimidated Roman troops but ultimately proved unsuccessful.
Who Invented Writing?
Delve deeper into the invention of writing, from the development of cuneiform in Mesopotamia, and learn how it revolutionized communication and civilization.
The Most Important Revolutions That Shaped World History
These five revolutions are particularly noteworthy for their long-lasting impact on the world. Through bloodshed came change, and a new future for these nations.

Currencies Of The World
In general terms, a currency is a money in any form used as a medium of exchange, especially in coins and banknote forms.

How did Stalin Transform the Soviet Economy?
Stalin's Five-Year Plans reshaped the Soviet economy through industrialization and collectivization, but at massive human and economic cost.

The Safest Countries In The World for 2025
These countries are the safest in the world, ranked on metrics such as militarization, crime rates, and social security. Iceland is currently the safest at #1

How Ancient Roman Roads Were Built
The amount of engineering and planning that went into each roadway was truly staggering and did not get near the amount of attention that it deserves.

The Elite Special Forces of Ancient Rome
Much like modern militaries, the famed Roman Empire had its own version of special forces as well, the Praetorian Guard.