1. Baptism for the Dead One of the most well-known Mormon practices that may seem strange at first glance is baptism for the dead. Mormons believe that baptism is essential for salvation, so they perform baptisms on behalf of deceased […]

1. Mustard Plaster for Chest Colds A mustard plaster, often touted as a remedy for chest colds and coughs, might sound like something straight out of a grandmother’s handbook, but it actually has merit. The combination of mustard seeds and

1. The Amityville Horror (1976) In the 1970s, the Lutz family moved into a seemingly perfect house in Amityville, New York, only to find themselves haunted by terrifying paranormal events. The couple, George and Kathy Lutz, claimed that strange occurrences

1. A&P A&P, or The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, was once a grocery giant, with stores spanning the country. Founded in 1859, it became one of the first supermarket chains to expand nationwide. A&P was a go-to spot

1. Knocker-Upper In the days before alarm clocks, some people relied on a “knocker-upper” to ensure they woke up on time. This job involved walking the streets in the early morning hours, tapping on windows with a long stick or

1. Breaking a Mirror Brings Seven Years of Bad Luck The superstition surrounding broken mirrors has its roots in ancient Roman beliefs, where mirrors were thought to reflect not just your image, but also your soul. In those days, it

1. Bathing in Lard Back in the 18th and 19th centuries, people would use lard as a form of skincare. The belief was that it helped moisturize the skin and maintain a healthy glow. It was a common practice in