Pyramids: grand, ostentatious displays of ancient wealth and power. They were built for the influential dead, the devout, and the divine. Though, this wasn’t always the case. When most people think of pyramids, they think of Egypt. But there are pyramids all over the world. Pyramids in America first appeared 5,000 years ago. Nearly 2,000 …
The starry glamor of Hollywood, the surfer and hippie vibes of Los Angeles, the beaches, the Mexican food, or just the overall kindness of the people: California is one of the most vibrant and well-known states in the United States. The actual inhabitants of California might even argue that the state can be divided into …
What is the biggest state in the United States (US)? With a total of 50 states, there is plenty to pick from. Off the top of one’s head, one might say Texas, or maybe California. However, the actual biggest state is one that doesn’t border any of the other states. Indeed, it’s the 49th state …
All of us are quite familiar with chocolate and most of us love it. We crave it when we have gone without it for a long time. A few bites of it can help cheer up a miserable day. A gift of it makes us beam with pleasure. But what is the history of chocolate? …
From Ussen and Apistotoki to Chethl and Tulukaruq, there are many Native American gods and goddesses. The Indigenous Peoples of North America had complex societies and systems of belief long before Europeans arrived in the “new world.” From these varied peoples, innumerable gods and goddesses came to be. It’s important to note that there isn’t …
The origin of hush puppies is often traced back to the southern United States, particularly to the state of Louisiana. Hush puppies are deep-fried cornmeal or wheat flour dumplings that are commonly served as a side dish in Southern cuisine. The exact origin story of hush puppies is somewhat debated, and there are a few …