When is April Fools’ Day and How Did It Start?

April Fools’ Day (April 1) is the one date on the calendar when jokes and mischief are expected. But how did April Fools’ Day get its start? Learn more about the history of April Fools’ Day—including some fun humor throughout the years! When is April Fools’ Day?April Fools’ Day occurs annually on April 1. In

There Are Strong Indications the Lost City of Atlantis May be Buried Under African Desert

Dozens and dozens of locations have been suggested as the real Atlantis since Plato’s work describing the lost city was first discovered by modern scholars, but none have ever been proven definitively. Armchair archaeologists of the internet have never been quite as willing to let go of this mythological city as experts have though, and

January Birthstone: The Garnet

The January birthstone, garnet, is surrounded by folklore and was known for its healing properties. This beautiful gem’s name references the bright-red pomegranate fruit, although it actually comes in a diverse range of colors. Learn all about the garnet’s history, meaning and symbolism! Garnet’s Diverse ColorsWhile best known for its deep red hue (given its

Conímbriga: One Of The Largest Roman Excavated Settlements In Portugal

The Romans were famous for their engineering and architecture. They endured for a very long time throughout the Mediterranean and beyond. Portugal was part of the Roman Empire for hundreds of years and so also boasts many stunning Roman sites. One of the largest excavated Roman settlements in Portugal is Conimbriga which is a great

Valentine’s Day 2022: What Is the Real Meaning of Valentine’s Day?

Valentine’s Day is Monday, February 14! Do you know the real story behind Valentine’s Day? This ancient marking of agricultural and human fertility has a surprising history. Discover the meaning of Valentine’s Day, why it’s celebrated on February 14, some fun ideas, and a poem to add to that (secret?) Valentine card. When Is Valentine’s

The River Thames island where a terrifying ‘sea monster’ washed up on the shore

Islands are scattered like little jewels along the River Thames. There are many strange stories that emerge from these islands, and none is stranger than the story of the terrifying ‘thing’ that emerged from the deep onto the shores of an island in the Thames estuary. As Miranda Vickers points out in her excellent book,