The American Old West was an unruly place. People from all over the world moved into unsettled parts of the country, building homes and establishing towns.
Even if you're familiar with England's crown jewels, you might be surprised to hear that a few are rumored to be cursed. For instance, the Black Prince's Ruby.
Throughout history are instances of an illness that brought mass hallucinations. It was widely known as St. Anthony's Fire, and it had a very earthly origin.
There were a fair number of women who ruled over ancient Egypt, as women were pretty liberated. Here's the untold truth of the women who ruled ancient Egypt.
We've all experienced them -- figuratively -- and they're one of the most popular and effective plot devices used in storytelling in any medium: cliffhangers.
While Jack the Ripper might be the most infamous of the Victorian era's murderers, he wasn't the only one. The era was full of dastardly men and women.
Princess Diana was known to be quite personable, but that doesn't mean she liked everybody. Here are a few famous people Princess Diana couldn't stand.
Even though the CIA plan didn't work as intended, it was effective enough to lead to a distrust of healthcare workers working to administer polio vaccines.
The Year of the Four Emperors actually lasted for about 18 months, beginning in June of 68 CE, with the suicide of Emperor Nero, until December of 69 CE.
The Vietnam War has become known for the brutal battles fought, with thousands of U.S. soldiers' lives lost. Medics worked alongside troops, saving lives.
It's estimated that thousands of Americans are in jail for crimes they didn't commit. Here are some of the most horrific wrongful convictions in U.S. history.
Being a Sesame Street celebrity doppelganger will not only draw lots of attention, but also a lot of money. The gemstone is now valued at over $10,000.