The Bizarre History Of Bluegrass Music
Known for its fast pace and joyous sound, bluegrass music actually explores dark, serious themes and without industrial changes, it may not even have been born.
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What Life Is Like For The Child Goddesses Of Nepal
Here's what you need to know about Nepal's centuries-old tradition of Kumari and what it's like to be one of the child goddesses today.
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The Terrifying True Story Of The List Family Murders
In 1971, John List killed his family and then disappeared. Why had he done it? Where had he gone? This is the terrifying true story of the List family murders.
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How Germany's Eulenburg Affair Helped Lead To WWI
The Eulenburg Affair was a domestic scandal, but it would prove to have much more international effects (worldwide ones, quite literally). Here's that story.
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Woodstock 99: How Much Money The Controversial Festival Probably Made
Woodstock 99: How much money the controversial festival probably made
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Where Is St. Dominic Buried?
Saint Dominic died in 1221 and his tomb was improved upon over the centuries following his death. People can still visit the tomb in Italy.
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The Tragic True Story Of The Nika Riots
Emperor Justinian came to power with a plan to restablish the Roman Empire. His policies and military campaigns weren't always popular.
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Tragic Details About Bret Michaels
When people just assume that all it takes is luck to become a celebrity, they must not be taking someone like Bret Michaels into account. Here's his story.
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12 Ways Climate Change Impacts Wildfires
In recent years, fires have burned more and more homes and towns, and that might just get worse. These are some ways climate change impacts wildfires.
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The Sudden Rise And Fall Of Girls Gone Wild
Joe Francis created a brand that rose to pop culture infamy and fell finally to the dustbin of history. This is the sudden rise and fall of Girls Gone Wild.
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The Largest Mass Graves Ever Discovered
Although hundreds of mass graves are known, not all of them have actually been excavated. These are some of the largest mass graves ever discovered.
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The Complete History Of Mars Exploration Explained
Since humans have looked up to the cosmos, Mars has been an object of fascination. As technology has improved, the planet's secrets have slowly become revealed.
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The Surprisingly Long History Of Bowling Explained
Bowling, or the art of knocking down pins with a heavy ball, is one of the most cherished of American pastimes. Here's its surprisingly long history.
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What Americans Might Not Know About Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter's public image as an honest peanut farmer-turned-statesman who builds homes for the homeless ignores his many contradictions and complications.
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Why Did Pat Carroll Sue Hanna-Barbera?
Pat Carroll had a long and vibrant performing career, mostly on stage and TV, but also as a voice artist, including Ursula in "The Little Mermaid."
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The Untold Truth Of The New Hollywood Movement
The New Hollywood movement is considered by many to be the last golden age of film. Here's how it rose in the late '60s and rocked Tinseltown for a decade.
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Whatever Happened To Woodstock '99 Organizer John Scher?
Promoter John Scher was one of the organizers of the controversial Woodstock '99 music festival.
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The True Stories Behind These Metallica Songs
When you think of metal music, a few key influential bands immediately come to mind. Judas Priest. Motörhead. Iron Maiden. And, of course, Metallica.
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What Netflix's 2022 Persuasion Got Wrong
Netflix's latest contribution to Jane Austen movies, "Persuasion," has sparked a firestorm of controversy. This is what Netflix's 2022 "Persuasion" got wrong.
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This Was The IRA's Only Attack On U.S. Soil
The shooting of Irish immigrant Patrick Joseph "Cruxy" O'Connor in 1922 represents the only Irish Republican Army (IRA) attack to occur in the United States.
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The Untold Truth Of Mr. Snuffleupagus
Snuffleupagus. Can you pronounce it? Can you even spell it? Aloysius Snuffleupagus became Big Bird's BFF in Season 3 of "Sesame Street." Here's his story.
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Why Golf Pros Like Phil Mickelson Are Fighting A Ban To Compete In The PGA Tour
Competition is an intrinsic part of organized sports, especially on the professional level. But the prospect of a rival athletic organization can raise hackles.
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What Did Ancient Egyptians Believe About Ghosts?
Some of the aspects of ancient Egyptian ghosts could seem very familiar even thousands of years later. Here's what the ancient Egyptians believed about ghosts.
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How Grave Robbing Led To The 1788 Doctors' Riot
The Doctors' Riot of 1788 saw a mob turn on doctors and medical students to the point where some were run out of town. Here's how grave robbing led to the riot.
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How The Sewing Machine Changed History Forever
The impact of the sewing machine goes far beyond just saving some effort when making clothes. Here's how the sewing machine changed history forever.
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The Untold Truth Of Linda Ronstadt
Linda Ronstadt, once the "Queen of Rock" and a first-ballot Hall of Famer, is obviously well-known for her hits and voice, but here's what you might not know.
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Famous Deaths Predicted Before They Happened
Even a stopped clock is right twice a day, and celebrities can attract very morbid speculations. These are some famous deaths predicted before they happened.
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