Europeans Once Believed Tomatoes Were Poisonous
Learn how tomatoes went from feared poison to beloved fruit in European society, and the surprising reason behind their bad reputation.
The Eiffel Tower Was Sold Twice by a Clever Con Man
Believe it or not, a charismatic con artist convinced two separate buyers they were the legitimate owners of Paris’s famous landmark.
The Fabergé Company Once Created a Jeweled Potato
No ordinary spud: discover how Fabergé transformed a simple potato into an extravagant masterpiece that stunned the aristocracy.
The Mona Lisa Was Stolen—and Nobody Noticed
The world’s most famous painting vanished from the Louvre for 24 hours before anyone realized it was missing.
Why Some Countries Keep Left: The Odd Road Rules Explained
Knowing why some nations drive on the left unveils a surprising tale of knights, colonialism, and age-old traditions.
The Deadly Truth About Tomatoes (They Once Killed the Rich)
Glittering silverware turned deadly when wealthy Europeans mysteriously died after eating tomatoes, but the true killer wasn’t the fruit itself.