The Dancing Plague of 1518: Unraveling the Mysterious Epidemic
In 1518, a bizarre dancing epidemic struck Strasbourg, causing hundreds to dance uncontrollably for days. Theories range from mass hysteria to fungal poisoning, but the mysterious plague remains a fatal footnote in history, showcasing the era's complex cultural and medical landscape.
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The Great Molasses Flood of 1919: Boston’s Strangest Disaster
In 1919, a massive molasses tank burst in Boston's North End, unleashing a deadly, sticky tsunami that claimed 21 lives and injured 150. The disaster, which highlighted the need for stricter safety regulations, remains a haunting reminder of the city's strangest catastrophe.
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Conjugal visits: A guilty pleasure or a much-needed human connection?
Video has replaced personal contact in prisons, and conjugal visits remain in only four states in America: New Mexico, New York, California, and Connecticut.
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The Baker’s Dozen: 10,000 Years in the Baking
The origins of the baker's dozen are medieval and acted as an insurance policy for bakers to escape potentially harsh punishment for underselling.
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Humanzee: What’s the Truth Behind the Hypothetical Hybrid?
Humanzees are strictly science fiction. However, human and chimpanzee hybrids have fascinated religious leaders, scientists, and evildoers throughout history.
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Toxic Tonics: The Tragic Track Record of Radithor
In the 1920s RadiThor was hailed by its creators as a miracle energy drink that harnessed the power of radioactivity at only $1 per bottle!
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The Origin of the Barber Pole
In medieval times the barber pole represented a much wider range of services than a simple haircut. Tooth extraction? No problem. Amputation? We've got this!
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