HistoryJuly 31, 2026
Is There Really a Mermaid Legend in Greece?
Yes — Greek folklore tells of Thessalonike, half-sister of Alexander the Great, who became an immortal mermaid and questioned passing sailors in the Aegean.
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No. 13HistoryAugust 24, 2026
The Curse of Lokrum Island
When Benedictine monks were forced from their island home, legend says they left behind a trail of melted wax—and a curse upon anyone who tried to possess Lokrum.
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No. 11HistoryAugust 20, 2026
Would You Drink Tree Tears?
On the Greek island of Chios, mastic trees produce tiny drops of fragrant resin known as “tears.” They've been treasured for generations, used in foods and traditions — and eventually transformed into a uniquely Greek liqueur called Mastiha.
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No. 10HistoryAugust 17, 2026
Mystery Monday: 23,000 Carvings in a Hawaiian Lava Field. But Why?
More than 23,000 images are carved into an ancient Hawaiian lava field. But thousands of the smallest markings reveal a beautiful story about newborn babies, ancestry, and a hope families have shared for centuries.
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No. 3HistoryJuly 31, 2026
Is There Really a Mermaid Legend in Greece?
Greek folklore says Thessalonike, the half-sister of Alexander the Great, became an immortal mermaid — and for centuries sailors answered her one question to cross the Aegean safely.
5 min read
No. 2HistoryJuly 30, 2026
Why Does Greece's Most Famous Drink Turn White?
If you've ever watched someone pour water into a crystal-clear glass of ouzo, you've probably had the same reaction I did… "Wait… what just happened?"
4 min read