History

I’ve always been both fascinated and horrified by serial killers. There’s something deeply unsettling about the way their minds work—the twisted actions they take, the motivations that drive them, and the psychological factors that shape their crimes. It’s a disturbing blend of curiosity and fear, trying to understand how seemingly ordinary people can commit such […]

As someone who has spent 34 years playing violin, performing in both chamber and symphony orchestras, I’ve always found the world of classical music to be filled with fascinating stories and superstitions. One of the most intriguing—and eerie—legends is the “Curse of the Ninth Symphony.” The story goes that once a composer writes their ninth

When I think about the Middle Ages, it’s easy to picture bizarre medical practices and a lot of superstition. But honestly, not everything they believed back then was completely off the mark. Even though their understanding of health was shaped by what they knew at the time, it’s pretty amazing how many of their ideas

The 1990s were a unique time in British culture, bridging the gap between analogue and digital entertainment. We found joy in simple pleasures that might seem quaint or even tedious to today’s youth. From waiting for our favourite songs on the radio to spending hours organising our Pog collections, 90s kids had a knack for

The Industrial Revolution was such a fascinating time of transformation, but there’s so much about it that’s often misunderstood. I used to think of it as this nonstop wave of progress and innovation that just improved everything, but the truth is way more complex. Historians have spent years untangling these misconceptions, and the real story

Ancient Rome has always held a special fascination for me. Their influence on Britain is still all around us, from the roads to the ruins they left behind. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve been captivated by the idea of Ancient Rome. It was ancient Rome, Greece, and Egypt that made me fall in

The samurai are renowned for their strong code of honor and legendary fighting skills. But what do we really know about them beyond that? And how much of the little we do know is actually true? I was fascinated by Samurai as a nerdy, history-loving teen. In fact, I’m still a history-loving geek, just older

The 1950s and 1960s were a golden age for British automotive design and engineering. These decades saw the birth of some of the most beloved and influential cars ever to grace the roads. From sleek sports cars to practical family vehicles, British manufacturers produced machines that captured the imagination of drivers worldwide. These cars weren’t

Ludwig van Beethoven is one of the most iconic composers in music history, but even with his global fame, there are many fascinating details about his life that most people aren’t aware of. Born in 1770, his works continue to inspire and shape music today, yet the man himself was complex, troubled, and full of

The Black Plague, or Black Death, was one of the deadliest pandemics in history, and it’s hard to imagine just how terrifying it must have been. It tore through Europe in the 14th century, taking the lives of an estimated 25 to 50 million people. Even though this dark part of history can be unsettling