How Alexander The Great Was Buried Alive Wikimedia CommonsAlexander the Great died at age 32 after suddenly — and mysteriously — succumbing to full-body paralysis.
When Alexander the Great’s body failed to decompose six days after his death, the ancient Greeks were in awe. His loyal followers believed this was clear confirmation he was a god, but modern scientists have since posited otherwise. In fact, according to one theory, the ancient king’s body didn’t decompose because he wasn’t actually dead yet. Read More...
The 266th pope has captured the hearts of people from all over the world, and after reading these Pope Francis facts, it's not hard to see why.Source: Cleveland
After spending four days in Cuba, Pope Francis has finally arrived in the United States — and just delivered a powerful speech to Congress.
While pundits and the general population will no doubt be analyzing his speech in the days to come, we provide you with some things you may not have known about El Papa in the meantime: Read More...
Over the 70 years of the Cannes Film Festival, it’s easy to see why those in attendance always seem to be beaming. Jetting off to the French Riviera to attend what’s literally an 11-day party — filled with posh accommodations, movie premieres every day and soirees every night — would put a smile on even the grumpiest of faces.
But Cannes is meant to offer more than parties. “The festival de Cannes is a celebration of cinematographic art,” festival director Thierry Frémaux told the French National Assembly’s Commission for Cultural Affairs last year. Read More...
