Why Ancient Egypt's Cocaine Mummies Hint At The Existence Of Atlantis
How did the cocaine on some of Egypt's mummies get across the sea? Either the Egyptians traveled the Atlantic Ocean, or someone traveled to them.
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Disturbing Details About The Link Between Fascism And The Invention Of The Radio
Cardiff Bay wanted to erect a statue honoring Guglielmo Marconi, but their plans were called into question when they learned more about him.
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The Tiny Discovery With A Huge Impact On How We View The Diets Of Dinosaurs
One small discovery made a huge impact on how we view the diets of dinosaurs that lived millions of years ago. Here's what we've learned.
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Why Benjamin Franklin Fought To Make Impeachment Part Of The US Constitution
Impeachment is an integral part of the U.S. Constitution, and it was the brainchild of Benjamin Franklin, who fought to include it.
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Michael Tolotos: The Monk Who Went His Entire Life Without Seeing A Woman
It seems likely that Michael Tolotos may be the first, last, and only (sighted) man to have lived his entire life never having seen a woman.
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Robert Reed Fact-Checking Scripts Led To A Fight About This Line
It is not quite a secret that Robert Reed wasn't a fan of his role on "The Brady Bunch." Here is why he fact-checked scripts, which led to a fight over a line.
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Inside The Legal Battles Of Whakaari Island Survivors
The volcano on Whakaari Island in New Zealand is the most active volcano in the country, and survivors of the eruption are suing a cruise line for neglegence.
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Diane Sawyer And Richard Nixon's Relationship Explained
Diane Sawyer and Richard Nixon had a close relationship when she worked for him as a press aide. Here's their relationship explained.
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The Messed Up Truth About The 1970s Music Industry
It's no secret that the 1970s were filled with sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll, and the music industry was full of tawdry tales.
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The History Of The World's First Penitentiary
The history of the world's first true "penitentiary," inspired by Quaker ideology, is long, dark, and twisted.
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Why Alabama Has Had A 'Bump On Its Head' Since The 1980s
America's state borders are seen by many to be concrete. However, this isn't always the case. Here is why Alabama has had a bump on its head since the 1980s.
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Paleontologists Have A Better Understanding Of This Icthyosaurs Mass Grave In Nevada
Ichthyosaurs were not dinosaurs, but the fossilized remains of these large dolphin-like sea creatures have frequently been studied by experts.
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The Strange Tale Of John Dee, Personal Magician To Queen Elizabeth I
Astronomer, mathematician, occultist, and possible spy to Queen Elizabeth I, John Dee left a bigger, behind-the-scenes mark on history than many may realize.
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Facts About The 168 Newly-Discovered Ancient Nazca Lines In Peru
Facts about the 168 newly-discovered ancient Nazca lines in Peru, which nearly doubled the area's known geoglyphs.
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The First Chancellor Of West Germany After The Defeat Of The Nazi Regime
Konrad Adenauer was a lifelong politician who could not have wished for a more eventful life or career, and he ultimately achieved stunning political success.
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The Jack The Ripper Witness That Some Think May Have Been The Real Killer
Speculation continues regarding Jack the Ripper, the person responsible for perhaps the most infamous string of unsolved murders in history.
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The Storied History Of Negro League Baseball
Before its decline, Negro League Baseball was once one of the biggest professional draws in the U.S. Here is the storied history of Negro League Baseball.
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What Jewish Custom Says About The Tradition Of Wedding Rings
How do wedding rings figure into Jewish custom? Evidence shows that members of the Jewish faith have ascribed their own symbolic meanings to the rings.
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The Death Of Former Pope Benedict XVI Explained
Former Pope Benedict XVI died. He was 95. Pope Benedict, who served as the leader of the Catholic Church from 2005 to 2013, had been in poor health as of late.
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The Strange History Of South Carolina's Famous South Of The Border
South of the Border, a tourist attraction along I-95 located in Dillon, South Carolina, brings a sense of nostalgia and cringe-worthy motifs for generations.
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Tragic Details About The Warsaw Uprising
Though it happened nearly 80 years ago, it is still an immensely important part of history. These are tragic details about the Warsaw Uprising.
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US Cities With Less Than 100 People Living There
For various reasons, there are a lot of small towns in the United States. Here are some U.S. cities with less than 100 people living there.
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The Tiger King-Inspired Bill Signed Into Law
Due to Netflix's highly successful docuseries "Tiger King," a spotlight was shown on private ownership of big cats. Recently the Big Cat Safety Act was passed.
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Romania's 'Black Widow' Vera Renczi Remains A Deadly Mystery
Romania is full of legends and sorted history. But one such story of Romania's "black widow" Vera Renczi's murder spree still remains a deadly mystery.
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Botticelli's Tradition-Smashing Birth Of Venus' Lasting Effect On Pop Culture
Botticelli's tradition-smashing Birth of Venus' lasting effect on pop culture has endured in the 700 years since the painting was unvieled.
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Who Were Lizzie Borden's Parents?
Lizzie grew to adulthood with no memories of her biological mother, only her stepmother, Abby Durfee Gray, whom Andrew married in 1865.
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The Navajo's Most Horrific Legend, Skinwalkers
The Navajo's most horrific legend, skinwalkers, are unique from other cryptids in that they are evil entities that pretend to be your loved ones.
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