Stories

The invention of the cornflake stands at the intersection of a controversial tale of religion, health reform, accidental discovery, and bitter sibling rivalry.

Madame de Pompadour developed an impressive influence in the French court, in policies, fashion, and overall society, impressive for a woman from a humble background.

Any meaningful attempt to grasp Albert Einstein’s genius must begin with the influences and circumstances that shaped his early life and education.

Catherine de Medici, also known as the ‘Serpent Queen’, was already a powerful member of the Medici dynasty when she married King Henry II of France, thus sealing her place in history.

Did the notorious Russian mystic and faith healer Grigori Rasputin really play a part in the Russian Revolution through his association with Tsar Nicholas II?

History is littered with examples of historical inaccuracies, many of which, despite being contested, are still a part of our common vernacular.

Every year on March 17, hundreds of thousands celebrate the patron saint of Ireland with parades, corned beef, and green-colored everything, but what is this holiday actually for?

Fossil fuels have underpinned capitalist development since the Industrial Revolution. Despite omnipresent warnings of impending climate catastrophe, they continue to dominate the energy mix that powers the global economy.