As the Roman Empire expanded north, it came into more contact (and conflict) with the Germanic sphere of influence. Though the two cultures clashed, …
What Do The Days Of The Week Have In Common With Germanic Gods?
Why is Monday called “Monday?” Who decided the names of the days of the week? The Germanic gods have more of a say than you would think.

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Three major religions in the world, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, all share one common idea: monotheism, or the worship of one God. However, all …
Gabriel Pascal directed the film Caesar and Cleopatra in 1945, almost fifty years after the production of the play on which it was based. That play, …
For as long as people have interacted with plants, animals, and minerals, poison has been a part of our human story. Looking back within the deepest …
Due to a lack of awareness and modern medicine, venereal diseases broke out amongst servicemen during WW2. This brought about significant problems …