For Maori women in New Zealand, the traditional female chin tattoo or moko kauae is considered a physical manifestation of true identity. Maori women believe that they wear a moko close to their heart. When a Maori woman is ready, the tattoo artist simply brings it out to the surface. The Maori are indigenous people … Read more
These are some of the best photos from the book Gangsters & Grifters showing the vast photographic archives of the Chicago Tribune, giving us a fascinating look of the fight against the American gangsters and criminality between 1900s and 1950s. 1. Gangsters & Grifters 2. Gangsters & Grifters 3. Gangsters & Grifters [wp_ad_camp_1] 4. Gangsters … Read more
These were the days before they put the word ‘care’ into childcare. The astonishing pictures below show just how tough kids were raised in the past. Needless to say, parents of the past raised their kids tough. Got a light, kid? These kids look far too experienced at smoking cigarettes for their age. Photo credit: … Read more
Before Apple, BMW, and Toyota became the giant brands we know today, they had to start in a relatively humble way. Some of them took a little longer to become giants in their industries. Some companies were immediate success stories. Atchuup gave you an incredible collection of the first products launched by 14 companies before … Read more
On June 22, 1986, Argentina’s 2-1 defeated its rival England in front of 115,000 fans. The momentous World Cup event is remembered entirely for two moments from Diego Maradona that would ultimately settle a contest seething with political overtones. 4 years earlier, Britain and Argentina had fought an armed conflict over the Falkland Islands, defeating … Read more
Tattoos carry historical and cultural significance. During ancient times, they were a sign of ownership, tribe, initiation, strength, devotion, and personal liberty among many others. But it wasn’t just men who enjoyed the art. Ancient women also had their bodies decorated in ink, oftentimes as an expression and symbol of independence. A perfect example would … Read more