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Marco Polo’s father wasn’t around much for his childhood. So, when he finally returned and discovered the connection his son made with a powerful Asian leader, he devised a devious plan—and dealt Marco the ultimate betrayal.

In communist East Germany, authorities would use horrific psychological warfare to keep citizens in line. But after the Berlin Wall was built, a more lethal consequence was introduced—and it was worse than you could ever imagine.

The Piri Reis World Map of 1513 is one of the oldest post-Columbian world maps in existence. Fascinating and confusing cartographers for centuries, it may have actually discovered Antarctica long before its official discovery.

One state’s urban legend involves a mysterious ship that appears on misty, fall mornings. In nearly every sighting, the person saw someone they knew on the deck—only to learn that person died the very same day.

Harrison Okene was deep inside his ship when the wave hit. The ceiling became the floor, then the power went out and everything went black. Okene wouldn't see light again for 60 agonizing hours.

Japan is full of cool new experiences for American tourists—but there’s one tradition that may leave visitors feeling squeamish.

When you think of airports do you think of long lines, security checks, and overpriced food? Well, that's probably because you've never been to one of the airports listed here and experienced amenities and features so amazing it will make it hard to leave the airport and have you longing for an even longer layover?

In 2024, archaeologists discovered a 150-year-old message in a bottle—and at first, they were unable to translate its strange runes.

Long before skyscrapers and bustling streets, Cahokia was the big league of urban living. With its ceremonial mounds and advanced society, it used to be a cultural and economic hub.

For many years, people held on to myths and suppositions about the Neanderthals. However, several findings have provided better insights into the lives of our ancient relatives.

Sealand, a former military platform in the North Sea, is recognized as the “Smallest area to lay claim to nation status” by the Guinness World Record. This micronation has had people fighting for its 0.004 sq/km land.

The Oneida Indian Nation made their mark on American history when they became the first ally to America in their fight for independence during the American Revolutionary War. But their victory wasn’t such a win after all—it was actually the beginning of a nightmare.