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Popcorn Was Popular in Ancient Peru, Discovery Suggests
Nearly seven millennia before movie nights and microwaves, humans snacked on popcorn, according to a new study.
Jack the Ripper ‘Autobiography’ Hits Shelves
Written in the 1920s and rediscovered in 2008, memoirs supposedly written by the real Jack the Ripper were published today.
Drink Some Whiskey, Call in the Morning: Doctors & Prohibition
During Prohibition, which took effect 93 years ago this week, many doctors boosted their practices by doling out medicinal alcohol.
700-Year-Old William Wallace Letter Finally Reaches Scotland
A note of recommendation issued by King Philip IV of France and possibly carried by William Wallace will go on display this August at the Scottish Parliament.
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Alexander Hamilton
January 11 marks the anniversary of the birth of Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s most influential and controversial founding fathers.
Does Primitive Claw Disqualify So-Called ‘Missing Link’ Candidate?
Researchers found that the toes of a 47-million-year-old primate suggest a transitional phase from nails to claws—or vice versa.
Amazing Treasures From Titanic to Be Auctioned: Slideshow
Get a sneak peek at the remarkable collection of artifacts from Titanic that will be auctioned in New York this April.
7 Things You Didn’t Know About Joan of Arc
To commemorate Joan of Arc’s 600th birthday, explore some facts about the legendary “Maid of Orléans” that might come as a surprise.
Powerful Arms Saved Saber-Toothed Killers’ Fearsome Fangs, Study Shows
For prehistoric predators, long fangs and strong arms worked in perfect tandem to seize struggling prey.
First Woman to Circle the Globe Honored at Last
Scientists have finally named a species for botanist Jeanne Baret, who disguised herself as a man to become the first woman to circumnavigate the globe.
This Year in History: 2011
As the year comes to an end, explore the top History in the Headlines stories published in 2011, from breaking news to special features.
New Year’s History: Festive Facts
From the origins of “Auld Lang Syne” to traditional foods, find out more about the history of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
War Animals From Horses to Glowworms: 7 Incredible Facts
Explore fascinating stories about the important military contributions of horses and other animals throughout history.
