Sport

Is the Origin of Karate in Okinawa?

October 4, 2021

How high can a human jump?

February 1, 2021

Was Football/Soccer born when a group of soldiers kicked an enemy’s cut-off head between them?

November 14, 2020

History

Did the German, French, and British troops on the western front in 1914 join in a spontaneous ceasefire directly on the battlefield to celebrate Christmas?

Did the German, French, and British troops on the western front in 1914 join in a spontaneous ceasefire directly on the battlefield to celebrate Christmas? World War I The truce at Christmas 1914 The first World War lasted from 28 July 1914 to 11 November 1918. It was one of the largest and deadliest conflicts … Read more

haunted places

The truth about the hauntings in Hoia Baciu Forest, Romania

The truth about the hauntings in Hoia Baciu Forest, Romania Hoia Baciu Forest, a 1,000-acre wooded area in Transylvania, Romania is known for its alleged hauntings and strange phenomena. People arrive from every part of the world to see the famous forest and maybe experience some of its secrets. There are many reported hauntings and … Read more

haunted places

The Truth about the Goatman Bridge

The Truth about the Goatman Bridge A short history of Old Alton Bridge. In Denton County, Texas, there is an old iron truss bridge called Old Alton Bridge, also called the Goatman Bridge. The King Iron Bridge Manufacturing Company constructed the bridge in 1884, and it was a vital thoroughfare for over a century. The … Read more

History

Is Sumerian the oldest language in the world?

Is Sumerian the oldest language in the world? I usually claim that to understand the answer, you first have to understand the question. To me, that statement is something of a general truth, an axiom. But when you arrive at the question of languages, this becomes absolutely fundamental. To determine what is old and what … Read more

Security & Emergencies

Will a sinking ship pull you under?

Will a sinking ship pull you under? Will the sinking ship suction pull everything close to the hull, down with it? If you should ever be so unfortunate to find yourself on a sinking ship, you have to get as far away as possible when the hull breaks the surface and disappears into the dark … Read more

Religion | Love & Relationships

Was King David, son of Jesse, gay? And was Jonathan, son of Saul, his lover?

Was King David, son of Jesse, gay? And was Jonathan, son of Saul, his lover? Disclaimer As always, discussing the Bible, or any other religious text is a delicate matter. My conclusions are based on facts that are as correct as I can find them. These facts when it comes to the Bible very often … Read more