The world changed dramatically 18,000 years ago when a global freeze suddenly came to an end. Ice caps melted and caused the sea levels to rise, forming the coastlines we know today. Glaciers thawed and sculpted the terrain in new ways. The mass extinction event that accompanied these changes was unprecedented, leading to a complete … Read more
The Salem witch trials of 1692-1693 are one of the darkest moments in American history. The accusations, trials, and executions of those accused of witchcraft led to tragedy and fear throughout colonial Massachusetts. Between February 1692 and May 1693, over 200 individuals were accused of practicing witchcraft. A special court was established to try the … Read more
The Russian Revolution of 1917 was one of the most pivotal and tumultuous events of the 20th century. It marked the end of Imperial Russia, and the birth of a new country with a new philosophy—the Soviet Union. The Revolution changed the course of history in ways that were unimaginable at the time. Though it … Read more
Rupert Murdoch is one of the most influential media moguls in the world, and his impact on Britain’s press has been nothing short of revolutionary. But he is often accused of dragging our press into the gutter, disregarding the law, and influencing our politics. Now a BBC documentary set to air later this month hopes … Read more
In the summer of 1969, Woodstock, one of the most important music festivals in history, took place in upstate New York. Over 400,000 people gathered on a farm to hear some of the biggest names in rock and folk music such as Jimi Hendrix, Sly and the Family Stone, Jefferson Airplane and Arlo Guthrie. Woodstock … Read more
In the documentary ‘Universe: A Journey Through Time and Space’, renowned physicist Professor Brian Cox takes viewers on an epic journey through time and space to explore some of the greatest mysteries of the universe. Along the way, viewers are treated to striking visuals and fascinating facts about astronomy, physics and our place in the … Read more
Ibogaine is a remarkable substance with the potential to revolutionize addiction treatment. Derived from the root of an African plant found in Gabon, it has been used for centuries in the traditional Bwiti culture as part of their initiation practices. However, it was only in the 1960s when its anti-addictive properties were discovered by Howard … Read more
The documentary I Am Fishead: Are Corporate Leaders Psychopaths? examines the possibility that people in positions of power may have psychopathic tendencies. This is a topic that has been debated for centuries, but now, due to advances in neuroscience, we are able to look at the evidence and determine whether this is true. The neurological … Read more
In 1997, Rick Simpson suffered a severe head injury and was looking for ways to ease his pain. After much research, he discovered medicinal hemp oil which contained high concentrations of THC. To his amazement, it helped cure cancer and other illnesses. Feeling obligated to help others suffering from the same ailment, Rick began sharing … Read more
RuneScape’s 15th anniversary was a monumental occasion, and the celebrations are still going strong! Jagex, the publishers of RuneScape, have released a feature-length documentary titled RuneScape: 15 Years of Adventure. This documentary takes an in-depth look at how this MMORPG has been able to remain relevant and beloved after fifteen years. We get a sneak … Read more