COUNTDOWN'S QUEEN: RACHEL RILEY ON NUMBERS AND NONSENSE

Countdown's Queen: Rachel Riley on Numbers and Nonsense

Rachel Riley has turned into a household name thanks to her stint on Countdown. The brainy beauty isn't solely known for her dazzling style, though. Her sharp brainpower and skill in solving those tricky numerical puzzles have earned her a legion of fans. From tackling the infamous Conundrums to showing off her knack for spotting patterns, Rachel h

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A Wondrous Contagion of 1518

In the year in the midst of 1518, a most peculiar affliction struck the city throughout Strasbourg. As, Frau Troffea, a woman lauded, was observed dancing in the streets in a frenzy. Her zeal was unmatched, and it danced persistently for days. Rumors spread like wildfire as others started by a similar need to dance. Hundreds throughout the city jo

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