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History
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The History Of Biltong Is Actually Very Interesting
07 Nov 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Biltong is one of South Africa’s most popular and iconic snacks, and its history is also rich in tradition and folklore.
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Do You Know The Real Story Behind Guy Fawkes?
06 Nov 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
If you’ve ever wondered why we set off fireworks on November 5, here’s the real story behind Guy Fawkes Day.
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Inside The Scandals And Tragedies Of The Worst Year Of The Queen’s Reign
02 Nov 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Looking back at all of the trials and tribulations that the Royal Family endured, it isn’t hard to see why the Queen used the term ‘Annus Horribilis’.
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World’s Tallest Statue Is Quite Staggering – Double The Size Of The Statue Of Liberty [Images]
26 Oct 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
India is set to unveil the world’s largest statue, a towering figure of a famous social and political leader.
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Ozzie Billionaire Building Replica Titanic Ship To Complete Fateful Journey [Images]
24 Oct 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Here’s everything you need to know about the ambitious plan to build a working replica of the famous Titanic, creatively dubbed the Titanic II.
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The Crazy Backstory Of How The Gin And Tonic Came To Be So Popular
19 Sep 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
There’s nothing better than a gin and tonic to round off the day. Did you know that your favourite drink actually has a pretty weird history?
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John Cooper’s Story Is A Classic Case Of David Versus Goliath [Videos]
17 Sep 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Sometimes it pays to ignore popular public opinion, because history is full of stories of the little guy overcoming the odds. John Cooper is one of those.
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A Few Pro Tips To Make The Most Of Heritage Day [Video]
14 Sep 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
September 24 is just around the corner, and that is cause for celebration. If you want to get the most out of Heritage Day, bear this in mind.
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They’ve Found The World’s Oldest Human Drawing In SA And It’s Crap
13 Sep 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The world’s earliest drawing has been found in a cave around 300 kilometres outside of Cape Town. It’s no Mona Lisa.
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TripAdvisor Picks Their Top 10 Museums
10 Sep 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
TripAdvisor has released the results of their Traveller’s Choice awards for the world’s finest museums. Go on, you could use a little culture in your life.
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BREAKING: North And South Korean Families Reunited After Nearly Seven Decades [Video]
20 Aug 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you thought the falling of the Berlin wall made for teary reunions, how about being reunited after nearly seven decades?
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Why Capetonians Use The Slang Word ‘Gentoo’ To Mean Prostitute [Image]
08 Aug 2018 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
You might spell it ‘jintoe’, or’ jintoo’, or some derivative thereof, but do you know the story behind the slang word? Let’s call this today’s history lesson.
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They Found A Shipwreck Believed To Hold R1,7 TRILLION In Gold [Video]
19 Jul 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
A South Korean salvage team has hit the jackpot, finding a Russian warship sunk 113 years ago. There is quite a bounty on board.
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South African Comparing Rise Of Apartheid To Current US Government Goes Viral
02 Jul 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
America’s political discourse has never been more divided, but does the government’s behaviour warrant a comparison to Apartheid? This guy thinks so.
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‘Dirty Jokes’ Found On Mystery Pages Of Anne Frank’s Diary [Video]
16 May 2018 by Nereesha Patel / No Comments
Mystery swirled around the contents of two pages from Anne Frank’s diary. What researchers found proves that Anne had a cheeky sense of humour.
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School Your Mates – This Is Why They Call It Indian Tonic Water
18 Apr 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
You might not call it “Indian tonic water”, but purveyors of the mixer do. So what’s the reason? We went deep into the history books and found out why.
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The Harrowing Story Behind The World Press Photo Of 2017 Winner
13 Apr 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Venezuela’s 2017 protests weren’t a pretty sight, but one photographer managed to capture a moment that would secure him the World Press Photo title.
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Ancient Egyptians Fired Employees For Sexual Assault As Well
13 Apr 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
If we had to go back in time and bring up the #MeToo movement in a random conversation with ancient Egyptians, how would they react? This scroll might give us a clue.
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Apparently This Is The Second Best Gift Italy Has Given To The World
04 Apr 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Over in Pakistan, an Italian import’s spirit is being kept alive by a dedicated few who have long been fans of one of the road’s most iconic brands.
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Think Corona Is The Most Authentic Mexican Beer? You’re Wrong
19 Mar 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Mexico happens to be the world’s top exporter of beer, and there is a reason it is so popular right around the globe. Maybe you should learn a little backstory.
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This Time They REALLY Think They’ve Found Amelia Earhart
09 Mar 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Once again, just what happened to Amelia Earhart has been brought into question. This time around it’s the measurements of a set of lost bones.
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The Oldest Message In A Bottle Ever Has Just Been Found Down Under
07 Mar 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
There’s something about a message afloat on the ocean that piques our interest, and now we have a new world record holder.
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Man Attending ‘Ugly Jumper’ Party Damages 2 000-Year-Old Statue, China Fuming
20 Feb 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Finding himself in a dark room filled with Terracotta Warriors of the First Emperor, a 24-year-old man snapped a selfie. Then he committed another crime.
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Highlights From Elon Musk’s ‘Falcon Heavy’ Launch [Videos]
07 Feb 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Embarking on its maiden voyage, SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy did everything it needed to successfully launch into space and return to Earth. It’s a big deal.
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Mac And Cheese Has A More In-Depth History Than You Thought (Feat. Two Killer Recipes)
05 Feb 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Love a good macaroni and cheese? Don’t we all – but have you ever really considered its origins? You might be interested to know that it’s neither American or Italian.
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Video From The World’s Longest Underwater Cave System
18 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Much of the earth’s underwater world is yet to be discovered, but thanks to the hard work of a few scientists we can look inside this magical cave.
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Scientists Reckon They Might Know What Wiped Out The Aztecs
17 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
For more than 500 years, scientists and historians have been baffled by the cause of a plague that wiped out a civilisation. They might have made a massive breakthrough.
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Anti-Apartheid Legend Alan Paton Gets Google Doodle Treatment
12 Jan 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Alan Paton may have passed away in 1988, but his work continues to be enjoyed by millions. Google decided to celebrate the 115th anniversary of his birth.
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OK, So These Are The Oldest Things On The Planet
11 Dec 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
I’m sure there is something pretty old banging around in your cupboard, but if you want to crack the ‘world’s oldest things’ list you have some way to go.
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Mugabe’s Competition – A Quick Recap Of Africa’s Longest Serving Rulers (Current)
27 Nov 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The saying goes that ‘absolute power corrupts absolutely’, which certainly rings true when it comes to Zimbabwe and SA. So, which other African leaders have enjoyed a lengthy stay?
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