Prehistoric Brain Surgery: Trepanation
Trepanation, the ancient practice of drilling a hole into the human skull, stands as one of the world's oldest surgical procedures. Archaeological evidence from the Neolithic period onwards reveals that…
Connecting the dots across time
Trepanation, the ancient practice of drilling a hole into the human skull, stands as one of the world's oldest surgical procedures. Archaeological evidence from the Neolithic period onwards reveals that…
Forget what you know about the 'Dark Ages.' In the heart of West Africa, the city of Timbuktu glittered not just with gold, but with knowledge. This is the story…
In the summer of 1518, a woman in Strasbourg stepped into the street and began to dance, sparking a terrifying phenomenon where hundreds joined her. They danced uncontrollably for weeks,…
Contrary to the popular image of brutal ancient medicine, the Roman Empire developed a surprisingly advanced medical system for its military. This dedicated corps of professional surgeons, known as the…
In the thunderous chaos of World War I, where technology brought unprecedented destruction, one of the most reliable communication tools had wings. Discover the incredible true story of Cher Ami…
The words "lockdown" and "isolation" may feel modern, but the practice of quarantine is a 600-year-old echo from the Black Death. Discover how the Venetian Republicβs desperate measure of "quaranta…
In 1816, snow fell in June and a strange fog blotted out the sun, earning it the name "The Year Without a Summer." This global climate catastrophe, triggered by the…
In the sweltering summer of 1858, London was brought to a standstill by an unbearable stench rising from the River Thames, which had become a vast, open sewer. This public…