American history is filled with legendary stories, but not all of them are true. Over time, myths and misconceptions have shaped how people view the nation’s founding. These are nine myths about America's founding that people still believe. 1. Fourth Of July A common myth is that
If you had a time machine, where would you go? From the building of the pyramids to the moon landing, history is packed with moments we’d love to see with our own eyes. Whether it’s cheering at the first Olympic Games or watching Marie Antoinette
The world's first synthetic pigment is known as Egyptian blue and holds significance across different cultures around the world. The striking color was originally created by Egyptians, and it was used to decorate numerous objects in their cultures, including humble pottery pieces all the way
With constant technological advancements and research improving, timelines of what we think we know about the past are constantly changing, and this case is no different. Researchers have harnessed artificial intelligence, specifically the Enoch model, to re-examine the dating of the Dead Sea Scrolls. They're starting
The air quality in several states has declined substantially following recent wildfires in Canada. Millions of Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Nebraska residents face health impacts as smoke moves south from Canada and into the U.S. Some groups may be more vulnerable to health concerns
Names are symbolic. They resonate with founders, indigenous heritage, promising futures—or are sometimes just marketing tactics. Cities and towns across the U.S. have shed old names for reasons that vary from politics and fame to simple confusion. A small health resort town changed its name
When it comes to major historical events, animals are often overlooked. However, their influence has dramatically altered the course of human civilization. From Cher Ami the pigeon to Laika the stray dog, each of these animals has shaped industries, inspired scientific revolutions, or changed the
Some of the earliest evidence of human life in the western edge of the Amazon has been discovered in a range of rock shelters in Colombia. Some 12,500 years ago, these ochre paintings offer a rare glimpse into the lives of prehistoric people. The artwork, painted
An astonishing gold discovery has rocked the international mining industry: beneath China's Wangu gold field in Hunan province lies a treasure trove worth roughly $84 billion. More than 1,000 metric tons of high-grade gold, revealed through sophisticated geological technologies, could potentially transform China's economy and impact
The mysterious Mississippi River has finally revealed some of its deepest secrets. A massive drought is gripping the region, causing water levels to drop and exposing stretches of riverbeds that have not been visible for many years. At one time, massive steamboats and barges traveled
