From ancient times to the present, some rulers have dominated their countries with iron fists. Far from being “ benevolent dictators,” these ruthless leaders have quashed dissent and cemented their ...

It’s not easy to find right words to describe the rule of Ranavalona I, the Queen of Madagascar that’s up next in our list of most evil female rulers in history. Perhaps lunatic and erratic, would do ...

Long before modern presidents, kings, or prime ministers, early civilizations were ruled by leaders who combined political, religious, and military authority. These rulers often became legendary, ...

Whether driven by power, conquest, or fear, these leaders left indelible marks on the world, often at the expense of countless lives. Here’s a look at ten of the most notorious chiefs in world history ...

We revere Queen Esther deservedly but too often overlook another queen, this one who ruled Judah, Queen Salome Alexandra (Hebrew -Shalaziyyon) whose rule was not simply outstanding, but whose rule ...