Napoleon’s conquest of Egypt (1798–1801) threw open the Gates of Egypt’s mysterious history for the rest of the world. Prior to the French invasion, mummies were just ordinary fixtures that anyone could purchase from street vendors, nothing that special it was accorded today. But some of the Egyptian elites during this time would hold “Mummy … Read more
This 1979 Victoria’s Secret catalogue is so telling of just how much has changed and how the brand has evolved over the years. [wp_ad_camp_1]
In ancient times, things used to be quite different. Women in ancient Rome, Greece, Egypt, India, and China had many rights, limitations, hobbies, and habits that we are not completely aware of. Here are 10 of the most interesting facts about ancient women that our history teachers did not mention in class: 1. Roman … Read more
Sturgeons are no ordinary fish. They’re a species best known for their rare, highly coveted and priced eggs — caviar. Below are interesting photos giving us a rare look inside the Soviet caviar harvest. Enjoy! Table laid with caviar processed from Russian Volga Delta River sturgeon roe being served with buttered bread and iced vodka … Read more
Bonnie and Clyde were America’s dangerous sweethearts. They robbed banks, gasoline stations and stores. They killed police officers. Their notoriety captivated the entire nation. But Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker, reared in the West Dallas slums, may have been their biggest fans. The Depression-era America was enamored with these love-struck outlaws. But historians say, the … Read more
Fakir, in mystical usage, refers to man’s spiritual need for God. Although of Muslim origin, Fakirs are Sufi Muslim ascetics who have taken vows of poverty and worship, renouncing all earthly relations and possessions. They are generally regarded as holy men who possess miraculous powers, such as lying on a bed of nails, walking on … Read more