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.

15 Everyday Modern Conveniences That Would Terrify People from the Past

15 Everyday Modern Conveniences That Would Terrify People from the Past

Imagine stepping into a time machine and bringing someone from the 1800s to our present day. The world we live in would seem like pure magic to them! Our everyday gadgets and technologies, which we often take for granted, would blow their minds. Some might even scare them silly! From glowing screens to flying machines,

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What Would Happen if the Earth Ran Out of Oxygen for One Minute?

We take oxygen for granted. We know its there, but do we ever really think about it? This wondrous, invisible “thing” that does so much more than just let us breathe. Oxygen is the invisible life-force that surrounds us, essential for our survival and the functioning of our planet. It’s just there, right? It just

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22 Things Flat Earthers Believe That’ll Make You Say “What??”

First off, let me say that I am not here to make fun of Flat Earth believers. I’m simply exploring their very firm beliefs. Now, admittedly, I, myself, am not a flat earther, but I’ve done some pretty extensive research that I’m summarizing for you here. Flat Earthers are a passionate bunch who dedicate a

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31 of the Most Venomous Animals You’ll Ever Encounter

When you think of venomous creatures, you probably think of snakes and maybe spiders. But the real list of the world’s most venomous animals might surprise you. Mother Nature is both wonderful and terrifying, and sometimes, the most innocent or most beautiful creature is actually capable of doing great harm. It’s important to note that

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24 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About the Titanic

The Titanic has always fascinated me—not just because of its legendary status, but because of the rich, complex history that goes far beyond what most of us know. Funded by American tycoon J.P. Morgan and constructed at the Harland and Wolff Shipyard, the Titanic was celebrated as a marvel of early 20th-century engineering. But there’s

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30 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About the Amish

People across the globe find the Amish and their traditional, insular way of life fascinating. We’re drawn to this seemingly mysterious community where time seems to have stood still for centuries. Many of their beliefs, traditions, and practices seem extraordinary or even bewildering to outsiders like us. Here’s a look at some things you probably

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