The Romanov family was the last Russian imperial dynasty to govern the nation. The royals suffered a terrible fate during the Russian Revolution, which saw many of the nobles killed. Many questions surround the end of the family’s reign, including what happened to their precious jewelry. Romanov Rule of Russia Source: Buyenlarge/Getty Images Historians agree the Romanov dynasty began after the period of instability in the nation known as the Time of the Troubles, ending in 1613. In the wake of this period, “the assembly of the land” elected Michale Romanov as Russia’s new tsar, and thus began the Romanov…
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A recent federal court decision has significant implications for rafting on the Arkansas River in Colorado. On April 30, the court upheld a $15 per hour minimum wage for raft guides, following an appeal to the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. This ruling could lead to higher prices and fewer trips for customers, altering vacation plans for many adventure seekers. Increased Operating Costs for Outfitters Source: Tom Fisk/Pexels Colorado river outfitters, like Arkansas Valley Adventures, argued that the wage increase would escalate their operating costs. Owner Duke Bradford expressed concerns that the new wages could force them to raise…
King Charles III and the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, underwent medical procedures in January, forcing them to take time away from their royal duties. Recently, Prince Edward has also announced he will be taking time off following a lengthy overseas trip, leaving many to wonder who’s left to take care of the royal duties. British Royals Forced to Take Time Off Source: WPA Pool/Getty Images The new year has already forced three royals to take time off due to surgical procedures and illnesses. King Charles and Princess Catherine underwent procedures that will leave them sidelined. Meanwhile, the Duchess of…
Being a member of a royal family is no easy task when it comes to getting married. Several traditions must be upheld and adhered to, or one may lose their place in the line of royal succession. British royalty is no different. Here are 11 popular and unusual traditions that members of the Crown’s extended family must follow if they wish to get married. King or Queen Tasked with Invitations Source: Sean Gallup/Getty Images According to royal traditions, the British king or queen is in charge of sending out wedding invitations. While you may have thought a planner would have…
Princess Catherine was released from the hospital last week after a lengthy stay following her secretive abdominal surgery. Health experts and surgeons have since said the Princess of Wales could spend the next six to nine months in recovery as a result of her procedure. Kate Middleton Undergoes Surgery Source: Ming Yeung/Getty Images Last month, Kensington Palace released a statement confirming Catherine, Princess of Wales, underwent a surgical procedure (via People). While the reasoning behind the princess’ abdominal procedure remains unclear, reports say it’s not related to a serious illness such as cancer. Princess’ Long Recovery Causes Worries Source: Pool/Getty…
Being a member of a royal family is no easy task when it comes to getting married. Several traditions must be upheld and adhered to, or one may lose their place in the line of royal succession. British royalty is no different. Here are 11 popular and unusual traditions that members of the Crown’s extended family must follow if they wish to get married. King or Queen Tasked with Invitations Source: Sean Gallup/Getty Images According to royal traditions, the British king or queen is in charge of sending out wedding invitations. While you may have thought a planner would have…
The fabled Herculaneum Papyri was a small library that succumbed to the devastation that followed the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. Over the past few centuries, some of the charred remains have been deciphered, shedding light on the philosophical and religious beliefs of those living in the classic era. Mount Vesuvius Erupts Pietro Fabris/Wikimedia In 79 CE, the unsuspecting victims of the Roman City of Pompeii would fall victim to one of the greatest natural disasters of the era. A short distance from the city lay Italy’s Mount Vesuvius. The volcano erupted, completely destroying Pompeii and the nearby…
What do you expect to see when you renovate a home? Likely not a Victorian-era death mask. This homeowner, choosing to go on record anonymously, reported her finding to the New York Post — detailing her encounter with the plaster-cast mask as she was converting her Victorian home to a more modern-day setup. Here’s what we know. Death mask, in this case, is used to describe a mask or a cast that was taken of someone who was already deceased at the time of the casting. In her summary that she had posted on Reddit, a community forum site, the anonymous…
The fabled Herculaneum Papyri was a small library that succumbed to the devastation that followed the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. Over the past few centuries, some of the charred remains have been deciphered, shedding light on the philosophical and religious beliefs of those living in the classic era. Mount Vesuvius Erupts Source: Bettmann/Getty Images In 79 CE, the unsuspecting victims of the Roman City of Pompeii would fall victim to one of the greatest natural disasters of the era. A short distance from the city lay Italy’s Mount Vesuvius. The volcano erupted, completely destroying Pompeii and the…
A man has just made international headlines for what could be the most prominent case of fraud this year. Southern England resident Dru Marshall has attempted to commit fraud online, claiming to have and sell Queen Elizabeth II’s walking stick in exchange for several hundred pounds. Here’s what we know. You’re likely wondering: Who would have fell for this internet scheme, and why? Dru Marshall had recently moved from Hampshire to Southern England prior to the scheme and opted to launch online profiles where he could sell items. The attempted fraud occurred on eBay, and it is not known if…