1 Egyptian Nobelwomen Mummies According to Greek historian Herodotus' book "The Histories," the bodies of noblewomen in ancient Egypt would be delivered to embalmers three to four days after their death so that they would not find the corpse enticing. 2. When the mummy of Pharaoh Ramesses II needed to be moved to Paris for restoration, it was issued an Egyptian passport that listed his occupation as "King (deceased)." The mummy was received with the full military honors ...read more

Another mass murder targeting minorities thrust "White Replacement Theory" into the American consciousness. Here, we explain this racist ideology—and why it's so dangerous. The Reader’s Digest Version: White Replacement Theory holds that minorities are overtaking a country’s White majority and destroying White culture. It often leads to violence, including the May 2022 mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, that killed 10 people. Once a fringe theory, White Replacement Theory has gone ma ...read more

MirageC/Getty Images Sips and sustainability Plastic straws have become a real problem for the environment, filling up landfills and polluting oceans, where they kill marine life and release chemicals that are also toxic to people. It’s time to give up single-use plastics. Fortunately, as companies go green, putting their focus on products geared toward sustainable living, there are more options than ever for great reusable straws. Not only will they help save the planet, but like ...read more

Volodymyr Bushmelov/Getty Images White jeans for women to wear all year long Whoever said you can’t wear white after Labor Day never met these white jeans for women. Sure, they’re pretty much perfect for hot, sultry temps and deep blue skies, but your window for wear is much wider than the 14 weeks between Memorial Day and Labor Day. So ditch the old fashion rule and accept that this enduring summer classic has become a year-round staple. We’ve rounded up dozens of the best je ...read more

One by one, the three kayakers capsized in the cold, angry water. Then they became separated. It was meant to be another boys’ trip, the latest in a tradition that stretched back more than two decades. Every other year, the old friends—Jim Farrington, 49, an electrical lineman in Alden, Michigan; Sean Royston, 47, an electrical grid systems manager in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin; and Tolan Annis, 53, the co-owner of a craft distillery in Grand Ledge, Michigan—had kissed their wives goodbye ...read more

Every editorial product is independently selected, though we may be compensated or receive an affiliate commission if you buy something through our links. Ratings and prices are accurate and items are in stock as of time of publication. rd.com, Getty Images (2) You don't have to spend big to impress Dad with these Father's Day sales. Skip the boring tie and make your dad proud! Dad’s big day is just around the corner (this is when Father’s Day is in 2022, to be precise), and this y ...read more

1 Amber Room Amber Room was a chamber in Catherine Palace (near St Petersburg) which was decorated with amber panels backed with gold leaf and mirrors. Constructed in the 18th century, it disappeared during World War 2. It was considered an "Eighth Wonder of the World." Reconstruction of the original Amber Room was installed in the Catherine Palace between 1979 and 2003. 2. Potala Palace in Tibet has been the official residence of the Dalai Lama from the 7th century un ...read more

Here are this week’s Life Pro Tips. 1. As you get older, do your best to get used to being taught things by people younger than you, respecting them for their knowledge. don’t condescend because of their age or take it as a hit to your own ego. 2. If you ever become homeless, KFC and Dunkin Donuts dumpsters will feed you quite well. 3. If you are looking for someone to handle your money, always ask if they are a “fiduciary.” A fiduciary is someone required legally and ethicall ...read more

demaerre/Getty Images Don’t sleep on these deals! Memorial Day is just around the corner, and that means opportunities to save lots of cash on just about everything, thanks to a nearly endless supply of Memorial Day sales. It’s also the best time of the season to invest in new bedding, thanks to steep discounts on Memorial Day Sale mattresses. Expect up to 40 percent off best-selling favorites and hundreds of dollars off popular mattress models. Find sales across every mattress ...read more

Redheads always get singled out in a crowd for their unique hair color. Apart from having a hair color that stands out, there are several characteristics that biologically make them unique compared to blonde or brunettes. Scientists say they have superpowers that are genetic, like having a high tolerance to pain, but they are also very vulnerable to certain diseases, like skin cancer, due to their gene mutation. Here are some interesting facts about redheads. 1 Red hair results from a mutatio ...read more