Alex Summers articles

Do you ever catch something mid-scroll and think, “Wait… what’s going on there?” There are a bunch of little cultural curveballs that make sense only when you get the full picture.

Some minds move at their own pace. They slow down and notice small things which seem like nothing at first. But those little pieces start lining up. Their brain turns things over, following a rhythm that lets everything unfold in its own time.

History books get it wrong sometimes. They make you think ancient cultures have disappeared. But step into Canyon de Chelly, and you'll find Navajo families living much like their ancestors did. They keep something precious alive.

Generals, spies, soldiers, and guerrilla fighters—many of these Civil War figures were once household names, yet history forgot them. Did they vanish into quiet retirement or meet mysterious fates?

Throughout America, soldiers and sailors serve at installations bearing the names of those individuals who once stood to break apart the nation. Most forts now stand renamed (2023), but their stories remain powerful acknowledgments to our complicated history.

Family obligation takes on a whole new meaning in certain parts of America. This legal reality surprises many adult children when they find out their responsibility extends beyond moral duty and goodwill.

The Roman Empire dazzled the world with its towering aqueducts and unstoppable legions. But behind the glory lurked a silent killer that affected every Roman. And it wasn't war or betrayal.

What is it about Florida that makes it a paradise and a peril? With its turquoise waters, it’s a beach lover’s dream. But beneath the beauty lurk hidden dangers that a few realize.

Towns sprang up in many parts of the world with one dream in mind. They buzzed with hope, only to fade into silence as resources disappeared. Each story tells a lesson about ambition, change, and the fragile nature of dreams. Some still live on, not as strong, but alive.