Queen Victoria, the UK’s monarch from 1837 to 1901, survived eight assassination attempts, with only one causing physical harm. Her attackers often claimed insanity, leading to a re-examination of legal standards. Despite this, she remained popular and was known for her imposing reputation despite her small stature. She also carried the X chromosome mutation that […]
Kingdom of Loathing is a free online text-based adventure game where players must defeat an evil witch. The game features pop culture references, dark movie quotes, and surrealist humor. Players choose from different character classes and have a certain number of turns per day to explore locations, battle opponents, and earn meat, the in-game currency. […]
Pope Urban VII had the shortest papal term in history, lasting only 13 days. He implemented the first smoking ban in a church, punishable by excommunication. The longest-serving pope was Pius IX, and only three popes were elected under 25. In AD 236, Fabian was made pope after a dove landed on his shoulder. Pope […]
