Jamie Hayes articles

PEOPLE

Once known as one of the richest and most influential men of his era, Howard Hughes's luxurious life came to a sad and tragic end.

THINGS

Audiences may be surprised to learn just how close to the truth some of the scariest movies out there come.

PLACES

When the remains of Knossos were discovered, it was noticed that the site had a familiar layout—which led archaeologists to an even more intriguing discovery.

PEOPLE

The best time to start was yesterday. The second best time is right now. These mega-successful people eventually reached their tipping point—it just took a little longer than usual.

HISTORY

Early excavators at Pompeii mades discoveries that were so shocking, they were hidden away again and not seen for another 100 years.

EXPERIENCE

From terrifying close calls to shocking discoveries, it's safe to say that these games of hide and seek went horribly wrong.

EDITORIAL

The history of Mexico City stretches back almost two centuries before the Spanish ever set foot in the Americas. Rather, the Spanish built their capital on top of the ashes of one of the most beautiful and unique cities in history: Tenochtitlan.

EDITORIAL

Can a urinal be art? Marcel Duchamp thought so, and that's why he created Fountain—and people have been arguing about it ever since.

EDITORIAL

"You shall love your neighbor as yourself." It's the Golden Rule. And it's...total bogus. At least, if you ask anyone who's ever built a spite house.



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