Frozen 100-Year-Old Negatives Discovered In A Block Of Ice in Antarctica
They were restoring one of the exploration huts in Antarctica when they discovered a box that held a remarkable treasure.
History
1875 Victorian Mansion Is On Sale For Cheap Price, But No One Wants It Because of Its Haunting Past
In 1875, Sylvester K. Pierce, a wealthy chair manufacturer, designed and built a magnificent Victorian home. The 6,661-sq-ft historic house with 10 bedrooms would naturally fetch a handsome price of probably millions. But why are the owners selling it for only $329,000? Let’s find out. The SK Pierce Mansion. This beautiful Massachusetts home boasts … Read more
The Battle of Leyte and the Liberation of the Philippines in 1944–45 (VIDEO)
In 1942, the Japanese invaded the Philippines. Two years later, United States forces landed on Leyte and began the liberation of the Philippines. The Battle of the Philippines (or Operation Musketeer) began with the landing of the US 6th Amy on the beaches of Tacloban and Dulag, on the island of Leyte on October 20, … Read more
60+ Inventions That Have Improved Our Home & Lifestyle
Have you ever given much thought to how modern inventions have changed our homes and lifestyle? Or do you, like most of us, take them for granted? In 1955 Tappan launched the first ever microwave licensed for home use. It cost $1,295 (a hefty $10,500 in today’s money). It didn’t sell well, but it had … Read more
5 Strangest Photos Ever Captured on Camera During World War II
It was a period of dramatic change across the globe. It was also a period when seriously bizarre stuff happened.
17 Incredible Facts About Our Crazy World They Never Taught Us at School
From the origin of using fingerprints to almost President Albert Einstein, these are some of the most weirdly interesting facts we don’t know about. 1. Almost President Albert Einstein © wikimedia On November 17, 1952, the Prime Minister of Israel offered the Presidency of Israel to Albert Einstein. But Einstein declined the offer saying he … Read more