The Anglo Zanzibar War: Shortest War in History
A tale of six Sultans and suspicious successions led to what’s become known as the shortest war in history, the Anglo-Zanzibar War, which lasted approximately 38 minutes.
George Eyser: Swept the 1904 Olympics And Then Disappeared
German-American athlete George Eyser won six Olympic medals in one day, and did it all with a wooden leg. So whatever happened to him?
Satanic Leaf Tailed Gecko: Sinfully Skilled in the Art of Disguise
The satanic leaf tailed gecko, found only on the island of Madagascar, is the only flat-tailed gecko who camouflages itself by looking like a dead leaf.
The Unbelievable Ridiculousness of the 1904 Olympic Marathon
The 1904 Olympic Marathon had 32 questionable athletes who engaged in ridiculous acts that would’ve gotten them disqualified today.
What is Megalophobia?
A fear of large objects such as statues, boats, planes, and elephants, megalophobia is an anxiety disorder that can be treated with counselling and therapy.
The Dragon’s Breath Pepper – The Devil’s Red Raisins!
More than twice as hot as the ghost pepper, the Dragon’s Breath pepper is so lethal that it must be carried in a sealed container.
The Ten Gallon Hat: A Tall Tale Still Told
Though the ten-gallon hat doesn’t actually hold 10 gallons, this Stetson classic has become an indisputable part of cowboy culture.
A Short History of “Flipping the Bird”
Otherwise known as “giving the finger” or the “one-finger salute,” flipping the bird has its origins in ancient Greece, becoming the obscene hand gesture it’s known for today.
The Origins of the Phrase “Shiver Me Timbers!”
The phrase “shiver my timbers” first appeared in a book by Captain Frederick Marryat published in 1834. Since then, it’s appeared in numerous books and films.
Only in America: Evil Scientist Chef Creates Deep Fried Water
Fried food connoisseur and culinary chef Jonathan Marcus found a way to make deep fried water but admits that it’s “the blandest deep-fried thing” he’s ever tasted.