1. Molly Ringwald: The Queen of Teen Movies Molly Ringwald was the undisputed queen of teen films in the ’80s, starring in John Hughes classics like Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, and Pretty in Pink. Her portrayal of the relatable, […]

1. Krampus Visits In Alpine regions, the holidays weren’t just about Saint Nicholas handing out gifts. Kids also had to worry about Krampus, a terrifying horned creature who showed up to punish the naughty ones. He carried chains, bells, and

1. Percy Fawcett In the 1920s, British explorer Percy Fawcett set out into the Amazon with his son and a friend in search of a legendary lost city he called “Z.” He was convinced that deep within Brazil’s jungles lay

1. The Dancing Plague of 1518 In the summer of 1518, residents of Strasbourg were struck by a bizarre phenomenon where people danced uncontrollably in the streets. It started with one woman and soon spread to dozens, with some reportedly

1. Knocking on Wood This little habit goes back to ancient cultures who believed spirits lived inside trees. By knocking, people thought they could call on those good spirits for protection, or even scare away bad ones that might be

1. Pennsylvania Station, New York City Penn Station was once a crown jewel of New York, with its soaring columns and grand marble halls that echoed with the footsteps of millions of travelers. Completed in 1910, it was one of

1. Mercury-Laced Teething Powders In the 1800s, parents gave their babies teething powders to ease discomfort. What they didn’t know was that these powders often contained calomel, a compound of mercury. At the time, mercury was believed to have cleansing