Colonialism

You can visit the father of utilitarianism anytime you like. But will it make you happy?

The enslaved population of this former Dutch colony had control of the island for the better part of a year. Their decision to offer peaceful surrender to colonists backfired spectacularly.

Ireland’s patron saint was once dressed in blue—before his holiday got its signature hue.

The terrifying teyollohcuani is a shape-shifter of ancient indigenous lore, dark colonial history, and pop culture.

From centuries-old sacred rituals to energy drinks, one psychoactive plant has spread throughout the globe.

Hanno the elephant suffered much at the hands of power-hungry Europeans.