The Lead-Filled Toy Scandal in Victorian Newspapers
— July 28, 2026To modern readers, the idea of children’s toys containing lead sounds shocking, yet for…
Anti-depressants are one of the most commonly-prescribed drugs these days and there are quite a few of them for doctors and mental health professionals to choose from when prescribing. One called Lexapro has the potential to cause hallucinations. We hope that people who experience this particular side effect at least have happy hallucinations, since someone who is depressed enough to be taking a drug like this should not have to worry about being scared out of their wits by imaginary giant spiders or flying snakes!
To modern readers, the idea of children’s toys containing lead sounds shocking, yet for…
In early December 1952, London was gripped by one of the most severe air…
In the summer of 1858, the heart of the British Empire found itself overwhelmed…
Odd or what? That, presumably, is a matter of opinion, but despite your thoughts regarding what's found here, you know you just have to look! We scour the web looking for things that make you question your own version of reality and present them here for your perusal.

