The Mystery Behind The Ourang Medan Ship Deaths
Ships sink, ships get lost, or break apart in storms. And in a few cases throughout history, the fate of the voyage has turned out to be an enduring mystery.
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This Is How Much The British Crown Jewels Are Really Worth
One of the most recognizable jewelry collections in the world are the British crown jewels. Their monetary value is hard to estimate, but many have tried.
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The Real Reason We Call Turkey 'Turkey'
The turkey has been a particularly ubiquitous part of American dinner tables on Thanksgiving. Why, though, is the bird called a turkey anyway?
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The Truth About Queen Elizabeth's Relationship With Jackie Kennedy
While not as public or obtuse as depicted in shows like "The Crown," Queen Elizabeth was likely not fond of some comments made by Jackie Kennedy.
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What Was Gerald R. Ford's Real Name?
Former President Gerald Ford was noteworthy in a number of ways, including the fact that he went by a different legal name for the first 22 years of his life.
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What Funeral Directors Want You To Know About Green Burials
A green burial is an environmental-friendly way to be buried and go back naturally to the earth.
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The Untold Truth Of Esau From The Bible
Stories often paint Esau as a cartoonishly evil villain. A modern perspective might say that tradition did Esau a disservice. Read on and decide for yourself.
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The Mystery Behind The Eight-Day Bride Explained
It seemed likely that in the spring of 1947, 22-year-old Christina Kettlewell — also sometimes called the "eight-day bride" — had everything to look forward to.
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The Truth About The Man Who Freed Nelson Mandela From Jail
On November 11, 2021, F.W. de Klerk died at the age of 85 after fighting mesothelioma. He was the last President of a South Africa under apartheid.
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The History Of Pardoning The Thanksgiving Turkey Explained
Like the story of the Pilgrims and early colonists themselves, there are many different explanations of exactly why a sitting president pardons a turkey.
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The History Of Thanksgiving Day Football Games
Thanksgiving is the most American of the holidays, and every year for nearly a century, the holiday has included both a lot of food and football games.
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How George Washington Helped Ignite A World War
While he is far from the sole reason America won its independence, Washington was unquestionably an inspirational figure during and after the revolution.
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The Most Dangerous Bridges In America
From bad weather to loads of traffic to car accidents, some ending in tragedy, here are some of America's most dangerous bridges.
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The Disturbing Truth About The Ken And Barbie Killers
Due to their blond hair and good looks, the couple became known as the "Ken and Barbie Killers." Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo murdered three teen girls.
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Why Victor Hugo Once Switched Political Sides
Famed French writer Victor Hugo grew up in a politically divided home, and this experience may have shaped his own ideas about politics.
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When Does Hanukkah Land In 2021?
Every year, people of the Jewish faith commemorate Hanukkah -- an annual celebration of the festival of light. The holiday is celebrated over eight days.
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Politicians Who Died In The Capitol Building
These men didn't get to finish out their terms in Congress, or finish furthering their goals for America and her people. Let's learn their stories.
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What Happens During A British Royal Coronation?
In 1953, television showed the world an event that comparatively few could see before — the coronation of a British monarch. What happens during a coronation?
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How Queen Elizabeth Has Molded Prince William Into A Future King
Prince William was just 13 when his life as he knew it was torn apart. Because of this, his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II was understandably concerned.
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Here's What Really Happened When Malala Was Shot In The Head
It was less than a year after receiving the National Youth Peace Prize that Malala Yousafzai was the target of a brutal assassination attempt.
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The Biggest Lost Colony Of Roanoke Theories: What Really Happened?
When a settler of the Roanoke colony returned after a three-year absence, he found the settlement abandoned.
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Why The Mystery Of The Plain Of Jars Remains Unsolved
Travelers in a quiet corner of Laos will come across a field of ancient stone jars that have puzzled archeologists for decades.
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History's Strangest Nicknames Explained
From Æthelred the Unready to John George Beer Jug, here are some of history's strangest nicknames and the stories connected to them.
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Queen Elizabeth Is Worth More Than You Think
Queen Elizabeth II is considered a ceremonial figurehead, who nevertheless wields significant power as a public figure, as well as hefty financial clout.
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What The Founding Fathers Actually Ate And Drank During The Revolution
Men like George Washington, Ben Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson had quite the appetite and an expansive palate. They weren't shy around food. What did they eat?
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What Happened After The Boston Tea Party?
The infamous Boston Tea Party is one of the most well-known and influential acts of protest in American and perhaps global history.
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The Myth Of The Empusa Explained
The Ancient Greek myths were full of terrible, awful, and bloodthirsty things, and that included the Empusa. Demonic, hungry, monstrous... Who were they?
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