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Tag: history
The Locust Swarm that blocked the Sun for 5 days
In the summer of 1874, a specter began to loom over the Great Plains, from North Dakota all the way down to Texas. This was no ordinary threat, but a living, swarming, voracious one.
The Teenager who Flew through the Iron Curtain
In the spring of 1987, at the height of the Cold War, a daring young pilot named Mathias Rust embarked on a journey that would capture the world's attention and test the resolve of one of the most powerful leaders of the time, Mikhail Gorbachev.
The Oldest Board Games
Imagine a world without the endless variety of board games we have today. No Monopoly, no Scrabble, no Settlers of Catan. It's hard to picture, isn't it? But the truth is, our beloved pastime has a rich history that dates back millennia
The Pitch Drop Experiment: Longest Running Lab Experiment
Back in 1927, a curious physics professor named Thomas Parnell decided to start an experiment at the University of Queensland, Australia. His purpose was to prove that appearances can be deceptive.
Michael Jackson’s Patented Anti-Gravity Move
Michael Jackson was the undisputed King of Pop and one of the greatest entertainers of all time. At the height of his fame in the 1980s, Jackson's live shows were epic spectacles attended by screaming fans who were enthralled by his stellar singing, dancing, and showmanship.
When Giant Fungi Ruled the Earth
Imagine hiking through a misty prehistoric landscape, devoid of trees or shrubbery. Suddenly you spot a towering, branchless trunk stretching over 20 feet into the sky.
