History of Yesterday: Uncovering the Events That Shaped Our World (2024)

Around 2005, the CIA embarked on a secretive project to create a custom-made action figure resembling Osama bin Laden. This doll, was named as "Devil Eyes," was one of 3 prototypes designed by Donald Levine. The face of the figure was painted with a heat-dissolving...

Consumerism is triggered by the pivotal growth of e-commerce in the last four decades. Consumers can easily access goods and services at the click of a button. Moreover, e-commerce enterprises are rapidly investing in new technologies to exceed customer expectations....

Back in the 1960s, the CIA had this wild idea called Acoustic Kitty. They wanted to turn cats into undercover spies to eavesdrop on the Kremlin and Soviet embassies. It was a super-secret project by the Directorate of Science & Technology. They called it...

When you think about Brooklyn, what’s the first thing that pops into your head? Could it be that legendary Brooklyn Bridge, with its majestic arches stretching across the river, painting the perfect skyline? Or maybe, it's those lively streets, buzzing with an...

In space, burping isn't as simple as it is on Earth due to the absence of gravity. Former Space Station astronaut Chris Hadfield shed light on this peculiar phenomenon. He explained that in space, everything in your stomach, including air, food, and liquids, floats...

Yes, Ching Shih (1775-1844), also known as Zheng Yi Sao, is widely regarded as the most successful pirate in history. She led the Red Flag Fleet in the South China Sea from 1801 to 1810, which was believed to be the largest pirate fleet ever known. Ching Shih, which...

In a recent book, a leading expert on ancient Middle Eastern inscriptions suggests that a tablet from ancient Babylon, dating back to around 1500 B.C.E., may represent the earliest depiction of a ghost. The tablet portrays a bearded male ghost, appearing rather...

Pythagoras was born in ancient Greece around 570 BCE. Later, he moved to southern Italy, drawn by the pleasant weather and scenic views, and to establish a community. In his "school," Pythagoras taught his students that numbers were incredibly important, even at the...

Adolf Hitler and Ferdinand Porsche teamed up for a big project: the Volkswagen Beetle. Porsche was the mastermind engineer, while Hitler played the role of a clever politician. The Beetle, designed by Ferdinand Porsche, boasted a unique, curved shape and was known for...

In 1905, young Frank Epperson of Oakland, California, stumbled upon what would become one of the world's favorite frozen treats. One chilly evening, he mixed together some water, powdered soda, and a stick, then left it outside on his porch. The next morning, to his...

Centuries ago, coffee faced staunch opposition upon its arrival in Europe, particularly from Catholic priests who deemed it malevolent. However, the tide turned when Pope Clement VIII, a man of influence and authority, decided to taste it. To everyone's surprise, he...

Caligula, born to esteemed parents Germanicus and Agrippina the Elder, enjoyed a privileged upbringing filled with high expectations. His early reign as emperor was marked by optimism, as he implemented popular policies and enjoyed public support. However, Caligula's...