Mad Honey Warfare: The Strange History of Hallucinogenic Honey in Battle
Discover mad honey—how toxic rhododendron nectar creates hallucinogenic honey used in ancient warfare, medicine, and modern curiosity.
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The Russian Beard Preservation Law, Otherwise Known as the Russkaya Pravda
Read more: The Russian Beard Preservation Law, Otherwise Known as the Russkaya PravdaFacial hair used to be important in Russia. No, you don’t understand. It was REALLY important! We know this because of the Russkaya Pravda (Rus’ Justice or Rus’ Truth), one of the primary sources of Old Russian Law. It dates back to the 12th century and was designed to protect Russian beards and mustaches.
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The Strange Case of the Exploding Teeth
Read more: The Strange Case of the Exploding TeethIf you harbor some anxiety about visiting the dentist, you certainly aren’t alone. As many as 75% of adults report some level of dentophobia — fear of dentists. For those who dread dental procedures, the best part of the experience is when it is over and they can return to a life free of men…
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One-Fourth of Orthopedic Surgeons Have Operated On the Wrong Limb
Read more: One-Fourth of Orthopedic Surgeons Have Operated On the Wrong LimbDid you hear about the surgeon who accidentally amputated a patient’s right leg, when it was the left one that was to be removed? Once he realized the error, he had no choice but to also amputate the left leg. The patient, naturally, sued the surgeon for malpractice. Unfortunately, he won nothing. The judge dismissed…
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Kentucky Lawyers and Politicians Are Required to Disavow Dueling
Read more: Kentucky Lawyers and Politicians Are Required to Disavow DuelingIn this increasingly-contentious society, it is easy to find oneself choosing sides. Standing your ground and defending a position may put you at odds with others. Sometimes emotions can be so intense that it feels as if you are in a duel. While the feelings are understandable, be sure that any dueling in which you…
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Why Call a Lawyer When You Can Summon a Prince to Help Through Clameur de Haro
Read more: Why Call a Lawyer When You Can Summon a Prince to Help Through Clameur de HaroWhat do you do if someone is occupying or infringing on your rights to your land? Yes, you could call the police, or you could bring a lawsuit against the offender. Or you might consider summoning a prince to your aid.
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Filippo Brunelleschi’s Fat Woodworker Prank: History’s Greatest Practical Joke Explained
Read more: Filippo Brunelleschi’s Fat Woodworker Prank: History’s Greatest Practical Joke ExplainedDiscover the bizarre true story of Filippo Brunelleschi’s prank of The Fat Woodworker—one of the strangest and cruelest practical jokes in history.
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It is Illegal in Georgia to Sell a Child Under the Age of 12 to a Circus
Read more: It is Illegal in Georgia to Sell a Child Under the Age of 12 to a CircusFor anyone who is hoping to make money through the sale of children to circuses, be careful when conducting business in Georgia. The state has imposed a minimum age for such a sale.
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Addressing the Ancient Problem of Lawyers Talking Too Long
Read more: Addressing the Ancient Problem of Lawyers Talking Too LongAt the time of this writing, much of the attention of U.S. legal scholars is directed at the televised trial of Kyle Rittenhouse. This article does not address the merits of either side of the case; instead, we focus on a perplexing problem in litigation: how to keep the lawyers from dragging the case out…
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Anne Lindbergh: The Surprising Unknown Life of an Aviation Legend
Read more: Anne Lindbergh: The Surprising Unknown Life of an Aviation LegendAnne Lindbergh was more than Charles’ wife — she was an aviator, best-selling author, and pioneer whose legacy deserves a flight plan of its own.
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War Plan Red: The Secret U.S. Plan to Invade Canada and Fight Britain
Read more: War Plan Red: The Secret U.S. Plan to Invade Canada and Fight BritainYes, the U.S. once planned to invade Canada. Explore War Plan Red, the secret 1930s strategy for a potential war with Britain and its empire.
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The Sweden Solar System is a Scale Model That Spans the Whole Country
Read more: The Sweden Solar System is a Scale Model That Spans the Whole CountryWant to see a scale model of the solar system and an entire nation at the same time? Check out the Sweden Solar System that spans the entire nation.
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Calvin Coolidge Makes Short Work of Long Sermon
Read more: Calvin Coolidge Makes Short Work of Long SermonPreachers and politicians often share the quality of loquaciousness. That doesn’t mean they necessarily appreciate or tolerate that quality in each other.
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Did the USSR Have Nukes Aimed at a Pentagon Hot Dog Stand?
Read more: Did the USSR Have Nukes Aimed at a Pentagon Hot Dog Stand?The Pentagon hot dog stand, nicknamed “Cafe Ground Zero,” was mistakenly viewed by Soviet strategists as a critical military target during the Cold War. This urban legend suggests Soviets aimed missiles at it, believing it housed secret meetings. The stand, demolished in 2006, highlights a humorous misconception about Cold War tensions.
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Was Winnie the Pooh Written to Explain PTSD to a Boy?
Read more: Was Winnie the Pooh Written to Explain PTSD to a Boy?Some of our favorite childhood memories may have had decidedly unchildlike origins. We have told some examples in these articles concerning the scary origins of fairy tales. The following article by Nicholas C. Rossis explores the possible traumatic origins of one of the most beloved characters of children’s literature. In an interesting post by We…
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The Hideous Political Giant With a Reputation as a Monkey
Read more: The Hideous Political Giant With a Reputation as a MonkeyThe United States Senate was designed to be the upper house of Congress. Its rules of procedure are intended to allow for the smooth conduct of business and to preserve civility and decorum in the Senate’s proceedings. When a senator harbors ill feelings toward another person, however, there is no rule or procedure that can…
