Is this the oldest board game in the world? The story behind the Royal Game of Ur
For the best part of 5,000 years, the Royal Game of Ur was forgotten. Once a popular game in the ancient Sumerian civilization of Me...
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Heidelberg Tun | The barrel that could fill 292,000 bottles of wine
Looking down on the picturesque old town of Heidelberg stands an impressive castle dating back to the 13th century. The structure’s...
Granadilla | The beautiful Spanish village abandoned for a flood that never arrived
The picturesque Spanish village of Granadilla dates back to Muslim settlers in the 9th century, with a medieval castle towering over...
Largest search for Loch Ness monster in 50 years
A giant hunt for the Loch Ness monster is happening this weekend, with believers in the mythical creature descending on the Scottish...
What is the oldest country in the world?
Human civilization has been traced back thousands of years in places like China, Egypt and Iran, but the existence of these countrie...
Deception Island | What secret is this beautiful Antarctic island hiding?
This is Deception Island. Located just off the edge of Antarctica, it’s the shape of a horseshoe and the emerald blue water in the m...
Where was the first underground metro system in the world?
In New York, it’s the Subway. In Paris – and many other cities including 40 in China – they call it the Metro. In London...
The History of the Harmonica
The harmonica might be one of the smallest instruments around, but it has a sizable history, helping shape the sound of an entire ge...
Why do we say “Bless You” when someone sneezes?
Across the English-speaking world, the phrase “bless you” regularly follows a sneeze. It’s instinctive and we deliver it without nec...
Why is the letter X used to represent the unknown?
The letter ‘X’ has taken on a new meaning in recent days, with the rebranding of the social media giant formerly known as Twitter.&n...