From instruments played with water to early electronic devices promoted by the Nazis, we take a look at the surprising history of instruments named after their creators.

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While the Song dynasty saw huge advancements in culture, commerce and technology, it also gave rise to the horrific practice ...

Stone tools reveal that the First Americans followed a coastal route from East Asia, linking both sides of the Pacific during the Ice Age.

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Discover the significant world events, notable birthdays, and notable deaths that occurred on October 31. Check what happened ...

For centuries, the handkerchief was a small but indispensable part of daily life a neatly folded piece of cloth tucked in pockets and purses for wiping sweat, cleaning faces, or blowing noses .

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First published in The Atlantic on October 26, 2025.

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