1. Tiny, Corseted Waists Back in the ‘Victorian era, women were expected to squeeze themselves into corsets so tight they could barely breathe. The goal was to achieve an impossibly tiny waist, often referred to as an “hourglass figure,” even […]
1. The Code of Hammurabi and Mesopotamian Society The Code of Hammurabi, established around 1754 BCE in ancient Mesopotamia, is one of the oldest known legal codes. It introduced strict laws with harsh penalties, embodying the “eye for an eye”
1. Writing Checks Millennials may scoff at the idea of writing checks, but when it comes to paying rent or handling certain bills, they secretly appreciate the old-school method. There’s something satisfying about putting pen to paper and handing over
1. Flappers Ditched Corsets for Fringe and Freedom In the ’20s, young women shocked polite society by chopping off their hair, raising their hemlines, and dancing the Charleston without a care. Flappers weren’t just about style—they were flipping the script
1. Holi – India’s Festival of Colors If you’ve ever wanted to throw powdered paint at your friends and not get in trouble, Holi is the festival for you. This Hindu celebration, usually in March, marks the arrival of spring
1. Judas Iscariot Might Have Been Following Orders Judas Iscariot is one of the most infamous traitors in history, remembered for betraying Jesus for 30 pieces of silver. But some scholars argue that Judas may have simply been doing what
1. Bread Bread has been a staple for thousands of years, but in ancient civilizations, it wasn’t just food—it was a symbol of life itself. The Egyptians believed bread was a gift from the gods, often including loaves in tombs
