1. A Mummified Cat in Massachusetts During renovations on a home in Massachusetts, workers discovered something they weren’t expecting—a mummified cat sealed inside the walls. The cat, which appeared to have been placed there deliberately, was tucked inside a tiny […]

1. Asafoetida Asafoetida, sometimes called “hing,” was once a staple in many American kitchens, especially for flavoring savory dishes. Used heavily in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines, it was valued for its pungent aroma and ability to mimic garlic and

1. The World’s Largest Ball of Twine – Cawker City, Kansas Cawker City’s massive twine ball holds a unique place in roadside attraction history. This quirky creation began in 1953 when a local man, Frank Stoeber, started rolling twine on

1. French Fried Onions Back in the ‘80s and ‘90s, French fried onions were the star of many restaurant dishes, adding a crispy, savory crunch to burgers, steaks, and even salads. You’d often see them served as a garnish or

1. Cleopatra’s Lead-Based Makeup Cleopatra, one of history’s most iconic beauty figures, was known for her stunning appearance, but her beauty secrets might make us cringe today. She used lead-based cosmetics to create that flawless, pale complexion. At the time,

1. The Handheld Bidet Back in the ’70s and ’80s, many American households swore by the handheld bidet, a contraption that seemed out of place compared to more modern bathroom gadgets. These devices, often attached to the toilet, allowed for

1. Potatoes The humble potato was once feared and even considered deadly in parts of Europe. Early European settlers mistakenly thought potatoes were linked to poisonous plants like nightshades, and many people believed they caused illness or death. It wasn’t