Did A Pope Really Choke To Death On A Fly? Here's What We Know
You might have heard that years ago, there was a pope who choked to death on a fly. So did it really happen? Let's take a look back in history.
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What Happened To Shakespeare's 1655 King Lear Book From Antiques Roadshow?
In 2022 "Antiques Roadshow" featured a rare 1655 Shakespeare third quarto edition of "King Lear." Here's what happened to the book after the show.
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The Biggest Lies The Catholic Church Has Ever Told
The Catholic Church has a long and storied history, no stranger to controversy and criticism. It's not wonder its stance of several issues have become murky.
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The Swans: The Real-Life Story Of Truman Capote's Elite Female Circle
From humble beginnings, Truman Capote managed to charm and manipulate his way into high society, surrounding himself with a who's-who of America's female elite.
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What Happened To The Expensive Frederic Remington Oil Painting From Antiques Roadshow?
In 2014, Charles "Ty" Dodge brought an expensive Frederic Remington painting onto "Antiques Roadshow." Here's what happened to it after the appearance.
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The Dark Truth Of Roaring Twenties' Get-Rich Scams
The Roaring Twenties was a time of plenty, with wealth and success flowing freely. And hot on its heels were con artists, whose greed upended many lives.
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The Only US President To Ever Be A Prisoner Of War
The United States has had many presidents throughout the years, but only one head of state was a prisoner of war in his lifetime. Here's who it was.
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Why The Mystery Of What Happened To Amelia Earhart's Plane May Finally Be Over
Amelia Earhart's plane disappeared on July 2, 1937. Years later, one person believes that his team may have solved the mystery. Here's what we know.
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The Biggest Controversies Surrounding The UFO Religion, Raelism
Three people were found dead from starvation in 2010. Their journals contained entries about a UFO religion, Raelism, which has controversial beliefs.
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What Princess Diana's Relationship Was Like With Her Sisters
Princess Di became one of the most famous women in the world, and her sisters played an important part in her life, before and after her death.
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The World's Most Bizarre Border Splits
There are a handful of very bizarre border splits all across the world, and some have pretty unique histories. Here are a few of the most notable.
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The Most Popular Jobs 1,000 Years Ago
While daily life was very different 1,000 years ago, people still needed to work for a living. Some jobs are still popular today, but others may surprise you.
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What The World Would Look Like If WWII Never Happened
World War II drove many atrocities, technological developments, and shifts in the world's socio-political landscape. So what if it never happened?
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Times People Threatened To Assassinate Joe Biden
Many people have threatened U.S. politicians over the years, from seantors to presidents. Here are the times people threatened to assassinate Joe Biden.
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What Life Was Really Like For Families During The Great Depression
At the end of the 1920s, one of history's worst financial collapses plunged many U.S. families into deep poverty. Here's what life was really like for them.
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How Christopher Columbus Predicted He Would Bring The End Of The World
Christopher Columbus is largely remembered for his explorations and his plundering, but here's how he thought all of that would bring the end of the world.
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One Common Donald Trump Expression Means More Than You Likely Realize
Donald Trump's mannerisms and expressions say a lot, but a body language expert says that one of Trump's facial expression means more than you likely realize.
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JFK's Death Couldn't Stop Him From Restoring J. Robert Oppenheimer's Name
President John F. Kennedy never actually met J. Robert Oppenheimer, but the pair's careers intertwined on multiple occasions. Here's the story.
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John F. Kennedy's Podium Caught Fire On Inauguration Day. Here's Why
It was a cold and blustery day on John F. Kennedy's inauguration day when oddly, his podium caught on fire while a cardinal kicked off the ceremony.
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Why An American Teacher Was Beheaded Per Hitler's Request
Mildred Fish-Harnack was a teacher from Wisconsin who ended up in Germany during the rise of the Nazi regime. Here's why she was beheaded per Hitler's request.
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How WWI Changed London Forever
World War I brought plenty of change, which could be seen and felt globally, especially in large cities like London.
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JFK's Reading Speed Will Leave You Floored
President John F. Kennedy was a voracious reader, a past time that started in childhood. His love of reading translated to an impressive reading speed.
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Here's What Happened To MLK Jr.'s Four Children And Only Grandchild
Martin Luther King Jr.s legacy didn't end with his assassination in 1968. Here's what happened to MLK Jr.'s four children and only grandchild.
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The Hidden Meaning Behind Jackie Kennedy's Wedding Bouquet
JFK and Jackie Kennedy got married on September 12, 1953, at a church in Newport, Rhode Island. Here's the meaning behind her wedding bouquet.
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What We Know About Jesus' Relationship With Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene is written about in several gospels as a disciple of Jesus, but speculation exists about their relationship. Here's what we know.
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Dexter Scott King Dies: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Son Dead At 62
Martin Luther King Jr.'s son, Dexter, died on January 22, 2024, at age 62 from reported prostate cancer complications. Here's a look back at his life.
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The True Story Of The Kennedy Family's Relationship With Pope Pius XII
The Kennedy family has connections to Pope Pius XII that run back to 1936, when Joseph Kennedy was a commissioner in the federal government. Here's the story.
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