A conman sold land in a fake country, lured settlers to paradise, then vanished. They found only jungle, disease, and death—while he lived rich and free.
The Transcontinental Railroad united America in the 1860s, linking East and West with iron rails, transforming travel, trade, and the nation's destiny forever.
Why do Republicans use red and Democrats use blue? Discover the fascinating history of U.S. election map colors, from 1976 to today’s red vs. blue divide!
The Civil War reshaped America, ending slavery, solidifying federal power, and sparking Reconstruction, while leaving lasting social and economic impacts.
Can we terraform Mars? Explore the thrilling possibilities of turning the Red Planet into a second Earth with atmosphere, water, and even thriving ecosystems.
Starbursts are intense periods of star formation in galaxies, triggered by collisions or black holes, shaping the evolution of galaxies and creating stars.
