The Library of Alexandria: What We Lost When It Burned
If you’ve watched Avatar: The Last Airbender, you probably remember Wan Shi Tong’s library—that giant archive ...
Cleopatra: The Ultimate Femme Fatale Who Outplayed Rome
As is often the case with how women’s stories are recorded in history, Queen Cleopatra’s legacy ...
The Real Game of Thrones: The Wars of the Roses Explained
Cersie Lannister once said, “When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. ...
Salt as Currency: The Forgotten History of Salt Trade
Factoid of the day: Did you know the word salary comes from the word salt? Well, ...
The Legend of Princess Urduja: Warrior Queen or Myth?
Whether commended for their efforts or not, women leaders have long been at the forefront of ...
Intramuros: The Walled City That Survived Empires
Few cities in the world have died and been reborn quite like Intramuros. This walled district ...
