Who Experts Think Could Become The New Leader Of Al-Qaeda
International organizations, no matter their purpose, require leadership of some kind. Analysts now speculate about future leadership of al-Qaeda.
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How Much Money Did Richard Branson Earn During The Pandemic?
Many of the richest people in the world became richer thanks to COVID-19. Here's how Much Money Richard Branson earned during the pandemic.
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How MGM Resorts Continue To Dominate Almost Every Other Vegas Casino In 2022
MGM Resorts lead other Vegas casinos in terms of foot traffic — here's why.
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How Priceless Artifacts From A 350-Year-Old Spanish Shipwreck Might Reveal The Vessel's Fate
In the summer of 2022, priceless artifacts from a 350-year-old Spanish shipwreck were discovered. They might help reveal the fate of the vessel.
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Have We Been Calling Machu Picchu By The Wrong Name This Whole Time?
History is full of stories of a explorer "discovering" a place whose existence was common knowledge to the local population -- and then naming the "discovery."
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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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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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Nichelle Nichols' Tragic Connection To The Heaven's Gate Cult
Nichelle Nichols' brother, Thomas, was a member of the Heaven's Gate cult.
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The Origins Of The Unique Accent Heard Only On A Small Virginia Island
The residents of Tangier Island in Virginia speak a distinct dialect that is entirely unique to the island. These are the origins of the accent.
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Who Was Margherita Sarfatti, Benito Mussolini's Mistress?
Behind every man is a powerful woman — or so the old cliche goes. In Benito Mussolini's case, there were many women behind him. One was Margherita Sarfatti.
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Ivana Trump's Final Resting Place Is Not Where You'd Expect
Ivana Trump died on July 14, 2022, in New York but her burial place is not the usual plot. Here's what you need to know about where Ivana Trump is buried.
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A United Kingdom Fossil May Be Earth's First Animal Predator
Ancient fossils can reveal a lot about what Earth may have looked like before humans came into existence. A U.K. fossil may be Earth's first animal predator.
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The Crazy True Story Of West Point's Eggnog Riot
When you hear West Point, you think of military ethic, leadership, integrity, and character. You don't think of alcohol-fueled riots ... but one did happen.
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How Rollerskating Sparked A Sexual Revolution
Rollerskating became popular during the strict and prudish Victorian Era and offered young people freedom. Here's how rollerskating sparked a sexual revolution.
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The True Story Of The World's Most Obsessive Book Collector
Sir Thomas Phillipps was not just an antiquarian and collector of books; he was a bibliomaniac, the greatest collector of manuscripts the world has ever known.
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Nagasaki Wasn't Actually The Primary Target For The Atomic Bomb
Sometimes, massive shifts in world history turn on the simplest of things -- a chance encounter, a missed turn, or lousy weather over a target.
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The Disturbing History Behind The Thalidomide Scandal
Thalidomide has become the world's greatest cautionary tale against the use of pharmaceuticals before they have been fully tested.
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Stalin's Bloodiest Executioner Killed A Staggering Number Of People
One of the tragic hallmarks of many dictatorial regimes is the body count of enemies, political and otherwise, the work of willing executioners.
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Juan Orlando Hernández Went From Honduran President To International Drug Smuggler
The former president of Honduras, Juan Orlando Hernández, was arrested and extradited to the U.S. based on accusations of trafficking cocaine and smuggling.
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The True Story Behind The First Black Woman To Serve In The US Army
In 1866, Cathay Williams enlisted in the United States Army -- as a man. Read on for the fascinating story of the first Black woman to serve in the U.S. Army.
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Inside The Story Behind Shambhala, The Buddhist Kingdom That Was Never Discovered
It may be part of human nature to imagine there's a place out there free from strife and full of knowledge. Certainly, more than one culture has this concept.
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The Tragic History Of Anti-Mormonism
Since the 1830s, Mormons have been at the center of numerous social, political, and physical attacks. This is the untold truth of anti-Mormonism.
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The Stars Of Storage Wars Before They Got Famous
The "Storage Wars" stars are definitely among the more relatable, everyday sort of people. Here are the stars of Storage Wars before they got famous.
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The Word Moody Originally Had A Much Different Meaning
The original meaning of the word moody is a far cry from the way we understand it today, but it's possible the two meanings do share a commonality.
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The Surprising Origin Of The Phrase Cool As A Cucumber
Cucumbers are a delicious veggie treat, particularly on hot summer days. Here is the interesting story behind the popularly-used phrase, "Cool as a cucumber."
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How Did The Middle Finger Become Offensive?
A raised middle finger has been a nonverbal "f*** you" through various societies for a long time, dating all the way back to the first democracy.
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