List of All Articles with Tag 'history'

Indigenous-led tourism is driving a cultural revival in British Columbia. Here's how to experience the Canadian province's 10,000-year-old traditions.

Here’s how to pronounce ‘Elie Wiesel,’ ‘Cixi,’ and 13 other famous names from history.

In celebration of the #1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama, the Over & Back Podcast digs into the history of international players drafted first overall....

For one, Barbie was inspired by a German doll of a high-class call girl.

From classics like the vanishing hitchhiker to creepy cryptids, ghostly vehicles, deadly curses, and some stuff you’ve probably seen on Facebook.

While this deceptively simple portrait has clearly captured the imagination of the nation, the story behind its creation and rise to fame makes it all the more compelling.

Before watching 'The Beanie Bubble', learn the true story behind the Beanie Baby craze that swept the world in the 1990s.

The original Old Bay seasoning recipe had dozens of ingredients—but McCormick’s current one is shrouded in secrecy.

One of the most fascinating figures to ever live was born 246 years ago.

From arts and education to coups and annexations, there’s no doubt that Catherine the Great did more than history gives her credit for.

James Madison's wife was partial to oyster ice cream.

You couldn't hit the snooze button on these wake-up calls.