Ancient

15 Ancient Inventions That Were Way Ahead of Their Time

15 Ancient Inventions That Were Way Ahead of Their Time

These 15 ancient inventions were so clever they’d still impress a room full of modern engineers.

18 Strange Ways People Used to Measure the Temperature

18 Strange Ways People Used to Measure the Temperature

Long before the invention of modern thermometers, humans devised a variety of novel methods for measuring temperature and detecting heat and cold, ranging from everyday objects to natural phenomena. These unusual methods reflect previous generations' ingenuity and resourcefulness in understanding and tracking temperature.