Actually Notes: Stories that spark your curiosity. Since 2007, we've explored culture, science, and art with a unique, in-depth perspective.
Actually Notes: Stories that spark your curiosity. Since 2007, we've explored culture, science, and art with a unique, in-depth perspective.
Contents1 1. The Advanced Sewers of Rome2 2. Vomitoria in Amphitheaters3 3. The Famous Roman Roads4 4. The Culture of Public Baths5 5. The Widespread Use of Lead6 6. Eccentric Emperors7 7. How Legionaries Were Paid8 8. The Rise of…
Contents1 To See or Not to See, That is the Question2 The Chocolate That… Melts3 A Deadly Warning4 IKEA Also Suffers Censorship4.1 IKEA “Tidy Up” Banned Commercials5 Life is Short, According to Xbox6 Small but Sturdy7 The Most Provocative Kylie…
In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for reflection and personal growth can be a challenge. That’s why Spanish Christian audiobooks have become increasingly popular, offering an accessible and convenient way to enrich your spirituality. In Spanish, these are known as…
Contents1 Napoleon, his life2 Fakes of famous penises3 Rasputin’s penis3.0.1 You will be interested in:3.1 Napoleon crossing the Alps Napoleon was buried in six concentric coffins, but he lies mutilated, without a penis, among other body parts, in Les Invalides…
Contents1 Why was Attila called ‘The Scourge of God’? ⚡1.1 The Story in a Video (Subtitles Available)2 But Who Were Attila and the Huns?3 The Mysterious Death of Attila3.1 History is not what you were told Editor’s Note: This article…
Contents1 A Little History: From Government Project to Public Network2 The First Internet Advertisement: A Controversial Spam3 The Banner Ad: A Lasting Presence4 The “Click”: A Billion-Dollar Invention5 Curiosities and Early Criticisms5.1 You may also like:5.2 History is not what…
Contents1 The ‘Land of Rabbits’ Theory: A Phoenician Origin2 The Shape of a Bull’s Hide: A Greek Description3 Ophioússa: The ‘Land of Snakes’3.1 History is not what you were told The Roman historian Livy (Titus Livius) used the term *Hispania*…
Margot Robbie, currently one of Hollywood’s most popular actresses with hits like “The Wolf of Wall Street” and “Suicide Squad,” took on one of her most transformative roles to play Tonya Harding. When it was announced she would portray the…
In our series on the rarest and strangest fashions in history, we begin today with the practice of creating “lotus feet.” Today, modern fashion trends are often considered original or rare, sometimes raising the eyebrows of more traditional members of…
Since the end of World War II, Adolf Hitler has awakened both repulsion and a dark fascination. Every new discovery related to the reviled German leader captures public attention. So, imagine the excitement surrounding documents that could offer direct insight…
Contents1 The Explanation of ’20 Marilyns’ on Video2 The Explanation of ‘Twenty Marilyns’ by Andy Warhol3 The Silkscreen Process4 ‘Twenty Marilyns’ and Art History Andy Warhol created his iconic work, Twenty Marilyns, shortly after the death of actress Marilyn Monroe…
What was Shakespeare’s real face like? It could be the most real and trustworthy face that we have left of the playwright William Shakespeare. A new curiosity about Shakespeare, after, recently, the portrait of the one who was his patron…
Contents1 William Shakespeare: Genius, Adapter, or Plagiarist?2 The Great Authorship Debate3 The Charge of Plagiarism: A Matter of Context4 Conclusion: A Genius Adapter ; William Shakespeare: Genius, Adapter, or Plagiarist? William Shakespeare is widely regarded as the greatest playwright in…
From our text messages to our social media feeds, emojis have become a universal language of modern communication. It’s no surprise, then, that this vibrant form of expression has made its way into the world of fashion. Designers across the…
Contents1 ‘Whipped Peter’: The True Story Behind the Movie ‘Emancipation’1.0.1 Official “Emancipation” Trailer1.1 The True Story of Gordon1.2 The Photograph that Shocked the World1.3 “Emancipation” and Will Smith I have refined the text for better flow and impact while keeping…
Editor’s Note: This article has been revised and technically updated in 2025 to improve its structure and readability, while fully respecting its original content. The film “Blonde,” based on the novel by Joyce Carol Oates, contains a scene so shocking…
Contents1 Cats as Gods in Ancient Egypt2 A Dark Turn: Cats in the Middle Ages3 The Rise of the Modern Pet4 The Modern Cat: A Cherished Companion For over 4,000 years, the domestic cat (Felis catus) has shared its life…
Contents1 Hegel’s Thought Explained Simply1.1 The Core of Hegel’s Thought: The Dialectic1.2 The Goal of History: The Absolute Spirit1.3 A Famous Application: The Master-Slave Dialectic1.4 Hegel’s View on Religion Hegel’s Philosophy Explained Simply: The Dialectic, Spirit, and Master-Slave Theory Hegel’s…
Contents1 Freud’s Theory: Was Leonardo da Vinci Gay?1.1 Freud’s Psychoanalytic Study of Leonardo1.2 The Sodomy Accusation in Florence1.3 The Enigmatic Personality of a Genius1.4 A Legacy Beyond Personal Life Freud’s Theory: Was Leonardo da Vinci Gay? Freud’s Theory: Was Leonardo…
Contents1 How Google Location History Works: A Complete Guide1.1 How Google Tracks Your Location1.2 How to Access and View Your Location History1.3 How to Delete Your Location History1.4 How to Pause or Turn Off Location History How Google Location History…