Currency and the Collapse of the Roman Empire

How currency debasement, soaring costs, and overtaxing helped lead to the collapse of Ancient Rome’s economy and empire. Read more

Mapping the Greatest Empires of History

Like the stock market, the greatest empires in history have been cyclical in nature. We look at their rise and fall, and the lessons we can learn as investors. Read more

From Greek to Latin: Visualizing the Evolution of the Alphabet

The Greek alphabet is just one part of the modern alphabet’s long evolution. Read more

Mapped: Daily Travel Budgets for 15 European Countries

With a budget of $2,513 for a week of travel, Switzerland is the most expensive destination. Read more