Hospitals in the Middle Ages weren’t quite what we picture today. In this video, we explore how health care actually worked ...

The climate we live in affects our lives in profound ways: hot summers, cold winters, dry spells and wet weather all leave ...

The climate we live in affects our lives in profound ways: hot summers, cold winters, dry spells and wet weather all leave ...

The Medieval period, also called the Middle Ages, spanned from the 5th century through the 15th century. This era became … Continue reading "30+ Myths About Medieval Times We Totally Fell For" ...

A recent discovery of human bones in Lund, Sweden, has challenged previously held scientific beliefs about the treatment of disabled people in the Middle Ages.

We chat with authors who write for multiple audiences --- middle grade, YA, and adult --- about why creating in these different genres is so appealing.

Anatomy has long been a subject of fascination and mystery, but alongside the scientific facts lies a world of superstitions and beliefs about the body.

You can see taxidermy in movies, fashion photo shoots, exhibitions, and tourist locations. In the US, the market offers ...

An exhibition at the Louvre traverses centuries as it follows the evolution of the fool, who has long served as a reflection of our own self-image.

The “Dark Ages” is a misnomer. The period between Antiquity and the Renaissance, known as the Middle Ages, saw amazing advances in art, science, and philosophy.

Ancient Chinese music features a distinctive sound, enriched by the centuries-long use of string instruments such as guqins and erhus, various types of flutes, and even an ancient organ-like ...

Dragons weren't always feared. Then they became the monster of the Middle Ages. Since ancient times, dragons existed in different cultures as indomitable creatures or signs of good luck. But when ...