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You might think you know the origins of the San Francisco 49ers, but there are some unusual inspirations behind the name and mascot.
Meagan Bojarski|
With Super Bowl LVIII coming up, fans are getting more interested in the Kansas City Chiefs' history, including how they got their team name.
Meagan Bojarski|
Wondering how the Super Bowl got its name? Here's the origin of the Super Bowl, explained.
Alexander Zalben|
Most people know about the 13th Amendment and Civil Rights Movement, but what about the individuals who won smaller, but vital, victories for representation?
Meagan Bojarski|
Have you been seeing a circle around the moon in the night sky lately? It turns out, the "moon halo" has a fascinating scientific and spiritual explanation!
Meagan Bojarski|
Black History Month has begun! We answer the Internet's top questions like who founded it, which president first recognized it, and why it's in February.
Meagan Bojarski|
On January 31, 1865, Congress passed the 13th Amendment, which formally prevented slavery within the United States.
Meagan Bojarski|
Wondering about the origin of the word picnic? Here's what to know about the French and German origins, as well as why picnic is considered a racist word in the modern era.
Alexander Zalben|
On January 30, 1835, the United States saw the first presidential assassination attempt, when Richard Lawrence shot at Andrew Jackson. Here's how and why it happened.
Meagan Bojarski|
132 years ago today, on January 29, 1892, the Coca-Cola Company was officially founded and incorporated. It's hard to imagine just how far it has come since.
Meagan Bojarski|
There's a reason why so many fast food logos are red. Here's the scientific reason behind the marketing, as well as an explanation of the ketchup and mustard effect.
Alexander Zalben|
On January 26, 1340, the English King Edward III was named King of France. While France never accepted it, the English continued to stake their claim for centuries.
Meagan Bojarski|
Wondering where the word avocado comes from? Here are the Aztec origins of the word, it's etymology, and whether guacamole really means "testicle sauce."
Alexander Zalben|
2024 marks an exciting anniversary for the Olympic Committee. Exactly 100 years ago today—on January 25, 1924—the first Winter Olympics began.
Meagan Bojarski|
On January 24, 1076, King Henry IV of Germany launched one of the most infamous feuds in medieval history by trying to depose a Pope.
Meagan Bojarski|
Over 600 years ago, a man named Zhu Yuanzhang reclaimed China from their Mongol leaders, creating the Ming Dynasty and establishing nearly three centuries of Chinese rule.
Meagan Bojarski|
On January 22, 1953, Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible" debuted on Broadway. The play is now seen as one of the most important pieces of literature in American history.
Meagan Bojarski|
The modern Olympic Games have been held nearly every 4 years since 1896. Learn where they were held (and who will host in the future).
Meagan Bojarski|
Before the month-long Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, there was a smaller bout of resistance that nonetheless managed to give hope to those facing Nazi persecution.
Meagan Bojarski|
49 years ago, The Jeffersons premiered on CBS, fundamentally changing the way Black families were portrayed on television.
Meagan Bojarski|
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