Category: Culture

February, though today known as the second month of the year, was originally the last month of the Roman calendar. Its name comes from the…

January, the first month of the calendar year, takes its name from Janus, the ancient Roman god of doors, gates, and transitions. His name, rooted…

When we think of Ancient Rome, grand architecture, gladiators, and conquests often come to mind. But behind the empire’s military might and cultural legacy lies…

If you’ve ever heard the phrase “sent down to Davy Jones’ Locker,” you’ve brushed up against one of the most chilling figures in old English…

In the shadow of the Black Death, a chilling figure emerged from the depths of European imagination – a grinning skeleton with outstretched arms, inviting…

Writing one’s own obituary is nothing new, but it’s a topic rarely covered in newspapers today. Maybe that’s because local papers are dying off, and…

When we think of terrifying figures lurking in the night, we picture shadowy figures, highwaymen, or even the infamous Jack the Ripper. But in the…

When we think of wild parties, we picture modern-day house parties, music festivals, or extravagant celebrity bashes. But trust me—nothing is new under the sun!…

Curling irons have long been a staple of beauty routines, but in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, they sometimes played roles far beyond…

From paying rent to figuring out when to vote, nearly every action we take is subtly orchestrated by the calendar. The history of the calendar…