The Affair of the Poisons (1679–1682) in France is one of the most notorious episodes in European history involving secret…
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The Infamous Aqua Tofana: Poison, Power, and the Perception of Women in History
In the 17th century, a powerful and deadly concoction emerged from the streets of Italy, forever cementing itself in history…
What’s Inside the Pyramid at Chichén Itzá?
In the heart of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula stands one of the most iconic structures of the ancient world: El Castillo,…