Katy Willis

Katy Willis is a writer, master herbalist, master gardener, and certified canine nutritionist who has been writing since 2002. She’s finds joy in learning new and interesting things, and finds history, science, and nature endlessly fascinating.

28 Facts About Pompeii That Will Make You See the Tragedy in a Whole New Light

Pompeii, a city frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE, offers a remarkable glimpse into ancient Roman life. Buried under ash and pumice for centuries, the city was perfectly preserved, revealing a tragic yet fascinating story of its final moments and the people who lived there. The Eruption Date History […]

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15 of Leonardo Da Vinci’s Fascinating Inventions That Changed History

Leonardo da Vinci, a true Renaissance man, is known for his brilliant mind and wide range of talents. He made significant contributions in various fields, including art, science, and engineering. His inventive spirit led to the creation of numerous fascinating inventions, many of which were well ahead of their time. What makes Leonardo’s inventions so

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Earwig

Earwigs Can Fly and 14 Other Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Earwigs

A lot of people get a case of the heebie-jeebies when faced with an earwig, or worse, when they disturb something in the garden and find 50 earwigs all squirming and running around. But earwigs are fascinating creatures that have been around for millions of years. Despite their long history and widespread presence, there are

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Sci-Fi

15 Sci-Fi Ideas That Might Really Happen (Someday)

Science fiction is full of wild ideas, often used to kickstart exciting adventures rather than serious predictions about future science and technology. While some concepts, like speeding up a spaceship in seconds without harming its crew, are impossible due to the laws of physics, others might just be possible. Here are some sci-fi ideas that

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Mud flood - Tartaria Mud Flood Catastrophic Event

22 Mudflooder Beliefs That Will Astonish You

Curious about the mysterious beliefs of Mudflooders? These theories suggest that an ancient civilization and a catastrophic event, known as the Mudflood, reshaped our world, and that our accepted history is largely fake. They also claim that the evidence is all around us. 1. Ancient Civilizations Buried Mudflooders believe that advanced ancient civilizations were buried

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18 Things Tartarian Conspiracists Believe

Ever wondered what Tartarian conspiracists believe? These theories suggest that there was once a grand and advanced civilization called Tartaria that has been erased from history. Here are 18 things Tartarian conspiracists believe. 1. Tartaria Was a Global Civilization Tartarian conspiracists believe that Tartaria was not just a regional empire but a global civilization. They

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What Science Fiction Gets Wrong About Mars and 23 Other Astonishing Planetary Facts

Our solar system is full of amazing and surprising facts that make each planet unique. From extreme temperatures to giant storms, there’s so much to learn about the planets that orbit our Sun. Here are 24 astonishing planetary facts that will leave you in awe. 1. Mercury’s Extreme Temperatures Mercury has the most extreme temperature

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