Broadly Lore
The Untold Story of a Legendarily Topless Mistress Who Saved France
Agnès Sorel is popularly depicted in lavish gowns that expose a single breast, but the French noblewoman was much more than a strong fashion choice.
A Beyoncé-Approved Virgo Explains How to Get Your Life Together
Meredith Graves, a quadruple Virgo, tells us how to trust our instincts, make a plan, and basically get it together.
What TV Show You Should Watch, Based on Your Zodiac Sign
While the correlation between zodiac signs and television shows is not an exact science, I guarantee you’ll wind up with something worth your time.
All Hail Hatshepsut, the Cross-Dressing Queen Turned Powerful Pharaoh
The ancient Egyptian ruler depicted herself in kingly attire as the child of Amun-Ra himself—which almost got her erased from history.
The Cigar-Loving Cuban-American Who Charmed Her Way Into the Aristocracy
Consuelo Yznaga injected money and glamor into the fading British upper classes—and even acted as matchmaker for other socialites and impoverished toffs.
All Hail Amastris, the War Captive Who Rose to Power and Became a Queen
The Persian princess was captured in battle by Alexander the Great, but she didn't let that stop her from founding a city and coining her own money.
The Meaning Behind the Evil Eye Symbol You See Everywhere
Despite its presence as an increasingly popular fashion trend in the US, the Evil Eye is taken extremely seriously in cultures across the globe where belief in the curse is alive and well.
Respect Pele, the Hawaiian Volcano Goddess Who Devours the Earth
Representing both creation and destruction, the deity inhabits Hawaii's erupting volcano and is known for her fiery temper.
The Emotional Journey of Listening to No Doubt During Your Saturn Return
Fresh out of a long-term relationship and entering my Saturn return, I've been feeling confused and hopeless. So I revisited "Return of Saturn" to see what I could learn from Gwen Stefani's evolution as an artist and person.
The World's First Author Was a Chill Priestess to an Even Chiller Goddess
Meet Enheduanna, the Mesopotamian princess and religious leader whose poetry celebrated a celestial goddess who could smash mountains and change people's gender.
How Nefertiti, Ancient Egypt's Revolutionary Queen, Became a Global Icon
Now known for her beauty, in ancient times, Nefertiti kickstarted religious reform, presided over a cultural revolution, and may well have ruled Egypt in her own right.
How to Invoke Oshun, the Yoruba Goddess of Sensuality and Prosperity
Oshun is one of the most beloved Yoruba deities. When respected and properly invoked, she holds the keys to love, success, and pregnancy.