Scientists have analyzed letters written by Vlad the Impaler in the 15th century. Traces of protein on the letters suggest he suffered from hemolacria, which causes blood to be present in tears. The ...

The inspiration behind Dracula may have actually been vegan or vegetarian, reveals new research. The iconic 15th century prince Vlad III, who inspired Bram Stoker to create the character of the ...

James is a published author with multiple pop-history and science books to his name. He specializes in history, space, strange science, and anything out of the ordinary.View full profile James is a ...

When King Charles III of England unveiled his new portrait in May 2024, he set the internet aflame with controversy. The red portrait received passionate, but mixed, reactions. Some internet users ...

New research published this month in the journal Analytical Chemistry details how an innovative protein analysis technique has uncovered a rich bevvy of biochemical evidence about the life and health ...

Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has previously worked in the fields of psychedelic neuroscience and mental health. Benjamin holds a Master's degree ...

Count Dracula, a mythical, blood-sucking undead creature, is based on a real individual who has a unique place in Roman history. Vlad Dracula, nicknamed "Vlad Tepes" ("Vlad the Impaler"), was ruler of ...

Vlad III, known as Vlad the Impaler, was a 15th century prince and military leader who was so terrifying, he's thought to have inspired the creation of the literary vampire, Count Dracula. Now, a ...

Crying blood instead of the usual tears is considered a rare condition, and it was recently discovered by scientists that this was something that the infamous Vlad the Impaler suffered from during his ...

King Charles isn’t shy about sinking his teeth into royal history. Actor Luke Evans wrote a memoir that was published this year, titled "Boy from the Valleys: My Unexpected Journey." In it, the ...