Laidley Bates articles

THINGS

College basketball legends didn’t just play the game—they elevated it to another level. Let's take a look at some of the greatest ever to dominate the college hardwood.

PEOPLE

Louis XVIII was the king who ruled a nation that didn’t want him—twice. Exiled, restored, and walking the tightrope between revolution and monarchy, he survived in a world with little patience for old royals. But was he a cunning statesman or just lucky?

PEOPLE

Often called the "Grandmother of Europe," Queen Victoria has descendants sitting on the thrones of five of the world's approximately 28 surviving monarchies. Let's see what these royal descendants are up to. ​

PEOPLE

Richard Petty's name remains synonymous with excellence on the NASCAR tracks—but his success has gone hand in hand with some of his greatest tragedies.

PEOPLE

Ona Munson is most famous for her controversial role in the mega-hit Gone with the Wind. But despite her professional success, Munson's tragic personal life told a very different story.

THINGS

With a talent for keeping what younger generations have long left behind, baby boomers are quick to proudly tout the virtues of their old-school ways. Enjoy this list of quintessential boomer activities!

HISTORY

Originally released in the 80s, “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” has become a yuletide classic—but there’s a disturbing reason why some have spoken out against the charitable anthem.

HISTORY

On October 29, 1929, known as Black Tuesday, stock prices crashed, triggering a financial panic. The resulting Great Depression thrust millions into an economic struggle marked by severe unemployment, dramatic drops in incomes, and widespread shortages of necessities. But how did they survive all that?

HISTORY

The renewed interest in the Regency period, fueled by shows like Bridgerton, has led to a surge in the popularity of Regency-inspired fashion and culture. Here’s everything you need to know about the style in this iconic era.



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