Sarah Stone Archives
The Victorian Scientist Who Tried to Eat the Entire Animal Kingdom
William Buckland was a respected Victorian theologian, geologist, and paleontologist who set an outlandish lifelong goal of eating his way through every creature in the animal kingdom.
The Red Ghost of the Arizona Desert
In the 1880s, ranchers across Arizona reported sightings of a monster. It was a massive red beast that trampled through camps with a human skeleton riding on its back. What was the Red Ghost really?
This Nevada Geyser Exists Because of Two Human Mistakes 50 Years Apart
Fly Geyser was created by two different people who made two different mistakes, five decades apart. Now it's a very cool geological spot you can visit in the American West.
The Three Lighthouse Keepers Who Vanished Without a Trace
Just before Christmas 1900, the Flannan Isles Lighthouse went dark and the three keepers disappeared. What happened to them?
The U.S. and Britain Almost Went to War Over a Potato-Stealing Pig
A potato-stealing pig almost pushed America and England into war. Let's talk about the Pig War: a garden dispute that turned into an international incident.
The Galapagos Has a 200-Year-Old Post Office Run by Travelers
How do you send mail from the Galapagos Islands, where there's no post office? Well, an informal system that relies on the kindness of strangers is actually pretty effective here!
Tanzania’s Lake Natron Turns Animals to Stone
This lake is beside an active volcano, with bright red water that can reach 140 degrees Fahrenheit. And you can find animals that have been turned to stone along its shores.
Champagne Is One of the Only Wines Still Harvested Entirely by Hand
Nearly every major wine region on Earth uses machines to bring in the harvest - Champagne does not allow it. Here's how hand-picking protects the quality of the wine.
Pineapples Used to Be Luxury Rentals
For about 150 years, Europe absolutely lost its mind over a piece of fruit. Here's how a kid's snack today cost thousands of pounds in yesteryear.
The Library of Alexandria Wasn’t Destroyed Overnight
The Library of Alexandria was one of the most important research institutions in the world. And political instability, lack of funding, and cronyism destroyed it.
Did You Know Scotland’s National Animal Is a Unicorn?
Most countries pick a real creature to stand for the nation…and Scotland chose a unicorn. Here's why it makes sense, and where you can see unicorns still!
Mount Everest Is Getting Taller Every Year
Did you know that Mount Everest grows by a couple of centimeters every year? It's not a lot on a human timescale, but it's crazy on a geological one!
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2026: Tiana, Beverly & a Carriage Ride
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2026 runs from March 4 through June 1. Here are a few highlights from this year's festival, including food, drink, and creative gardening!
Ready for Oktoberfest? All About Its History & What to Expect at Oktoberfest Munich 2026!
Oktoberfest started in 1810 as a marriage celebration, and has evolved into a multi-week festival of Bavarian culture. Here's your guide to Oktoberfest's history and what to expect as a participant!
The Battle of Los Angeles: What Really Happened on the Night of February 24-25, 1942?
In the early hours of February 25, 1942, the skies over Los Angeles erupted in chaos. But was there actually an attack, or did the US military flip out over a balloon?
Order of Countries in the Olympics Opening Ceremonies: Parade of Nations Sorting Explained
How do they sort the countries in the Olympics Parade of Nations? Use this guide to be smarter than your friends while watching the Opening Ceremonies!
The Story of the Mojito: Cuba’s Signature Drink (and How to Make the Perfect Cocktail!)
The mojito is one of Cuba’s best exports. Let's look at the history of the mojito, a rum-based highball packed with unique, bright flavor!
2026 Best Digital Nomad Cities: Lisbon, Chiang Mai & More
These amazing digital nomad destinations have it all: affordability, safety, convenience, and access to healthcare and other necessities.
When Nature Presses Pause: Bog Bodies, Frozen Climbers, and Human Hibernation
Myths and fantastic stories tell us of people preserved in time - both dead and alive. What can these stories teach us, and will we be able to halt nature in its tracks one day?
EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2025: Behind the Seeds, Test Track, and Tiffany
What are some of the highlights from EPCOT's Food and Wine Festival this year? Let's try the Mickey macaron, Behind the Seeds Greenhouse Tour, and Eat to the Beat!
4 Easy Hikes You Can Do Over 2 Days in Zion National Park – Scout Lookout, Pa’rus Trail & More
Zion National Park is home to some of America's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. Here's how you can experience it without overexerting yourself!
Chicago Architecture Boat Tour: Highlights Gallery of the City’s Iconic Skyline
Chicago's skyline tells a story of American architecture through concrete, steel, and innovation. This photo journey captures highlights from a river tour through the heart of the city.
Does the Coriolis Effect Really Make Toilets Flush Backwards in the Southern Hemisphere?
No, the Coriolis effect doesn't change the direction a toilet flushes. Here's what it actually does, and how to see it on a small scale (outside of your bathroom)!
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2025: Topiaries, Bonsai, and Incredible Eats!
Enjoy these highlights from the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, including an Inside-Out garden, hanging gardens, character topiaries and more!
One of the Most Beautiful Haunted Houses You’ll Ever See: Highlights of a South Beach Ghost Tour
If you want a delightfully creative and unexpected way to get to know South Beach and explore some of its most iconic spots, then you might just love a ghost tour!