Tony Dunnell

6 Popular Foods That Came From the Military Published August 3, 2026 War is full of logistical challenges, one of the major concerns — in conflicts both ancient and modern — being how to feed the armies doing the fighting. Whether it’s Roman legionaries, British Redcoats, or modern infantry, soldiers have always needed a reliable supply of food to maintain both their energy levels and morale.

For as long as the written word has been set down on the printed page, typos have existed. One notorious typographical error was found within the so-called Wicked Bible, a 1631 edition of the King James Bible in which pious readers were advised, “Thou shalt commit adultery.” Further examples abound, from Shakespeare’s typo-ridden folios to first editions of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in which “one wand” is erroneously included twice in Harry’s school supply list.

The Strange Origins of Common Food Superstitions Published September 1, 2025 Humans are superstitious creatures by nature, with many strange habits that seem entirely illogical. We avoid walking under ladders or opening umbrellas indoors in fear of bad luck. We knock on wood to prevent disappointment. We shun the number 13 and we can’t quite decide whether black cats are good or bad omens.