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10 Interesting But Discredited Theories Throughout the ages, scientists have sought to explain the unexplainable, to shed light on the shadows of the universe’s mysteries. However, an innumerable amount of ideas have been and will continue to be proven wrong. For example, we used to think the Sun revolves around the Earth and that our planet is flat (some holdouts notwithstanding). To quote American historian Will Durant: “Education is a progressive discovery of our own ignorance.” [1] Having said that, here are ten interesting but discredited theories. 10 Bode’s Law Otherwise known a...

Glastonbury Abbey: The Wealthiest Monastery in England Glastonbury Abbey  was the wealthiest monastery in England at the time of the  Norman Conques t in 1066 AD and remained one of most powerful and influential institutions right up until the dissolution of monasteries in 1536-1541 under King Henry VIII. Glastonbury had long enjoyed the patronage and protection of the English monarchy, as well as national and international fame through its association with prominent saints such as St Patrick and  St Gildas . Glastonbury was also one of the oldest religious sites in all of Britain. Archae...