When people think of the European Middle Ages, it often brings to mind grinding poverty, superstition and darkness. But the reality of the 1,000-year period from 500 to 1500 was much more complex.

Abraham Lincoln once remarked, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” This timeless wisdom captures the indispensable labor of preparation. Across ...

Celebrations for medieval peasants were frequent and centered around religious holidays, and the longest and most festive of these was Christmas. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI When people think of ...

Abstract: I welcome you to the fourth issue of the IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials in 2021. This issue includes 23 papers covering different aspects of communication networks. In particular, ...

Learn the pineapple twist, a classic ornamental blacksmithing technique that adds texture, balance, and visual flair to forged work. This video walks through the setup, hammer control, and step by ...

A beginner-friendly guide to starting blacksmithing, featuring simple projects that build core skills. Focuses on basic tools, safe techniques, and fundamentals for new smiths. Massive data breach ...