Some of the most revolutionary breakthroughs in human history weren’t planned in boardrooms or laboratories. They happened ...

While photos from 10 years ago might look like ancient history now, who would have guessed we’d look back on the terrible haircuts and questionable fashion choices with any sense of nostalgia? Though ...

December 31 has repeatedly marked turning points in history, culture, governance and everyday life, making the final day of ...

When you think of a vending machine, things like snacks, sodas, or even pharmaceutical supplies may come to mind. But you might be surprised to know that the first ever vending machine actually ...

User-Created Clip by Craig McAndrew September 30, 2016 2016-03-27T20:24:00-04:00https://images.c-span.org/Files/8dd/20160327202536001_hd.jpgRobert Gordon talked about ...

Not all ancient innovations led to progress some had unintended consequences that delayed human development. In this video, explore five historical inventions or practices that, despite their ...

Warfare often has a way of making technology jump forward. Take a closer look at some of the weapons and inventions that ...

Oceania, Vol. 66, No. 3, Regional Histories in the Western Pacific (Mar., 1996), pp. 211-229 (19 pages) Anthropologists have come to realize that even the most 'traditional' Melanesian practices and ...

Top 10 Inventions by Teenagers That Changed the World: University years offer young minds to explore, research, and sometimes invent things that can transform the world in new directions. But on rare ...