Creepy Things That Were Considered Normal In Medieval England
In medieval England, such things as bloodletting, public shaming and punishment, barbers as doctors, and much more were considered normal.
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The Truth About Mass Murderer Charles Whitman
Charles Whitman's acts as a mass murderer went down in history because of the sheer number of people he killed and injured.
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The Surprising Story Of The Man Who Was President For One Day
That year, Inauguration Day fell on a Sunday, and incoming president Zachary Taylor was a deeply religious man, who refused to be sworn in on the Sabbath.
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The Crazy True Story Of Hanoi Hannah
Trịnh Thị Ngọ was also known by her adopted radio alias, Thu Hương, or "Autumn Wind." But U.S. troops colloquially knew her by yet another name: Hanoi Hannah.
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Why An Inauguration Like Biden's Won't Happen Again For 1,000 Years
There's something about the inauguration today that makes it unlike any other in American history, a detail that won't happen again for another 1,000 years.
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What Happened To Every Charles Manson Follower?
It can be difficult to keep up with what happened to the Manson Family in the ensuing decades. What happened to every Charles Manson follower?
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The Truth Behind The Disco Biscuit
Quaaludes became colloquially known as "disco biscuits" because of their popularity in discos -- the pills caused feelings of euphoria and reduced inhibitions.
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Bridgerton: Who Was The Real Queen Charlotte?
Bridgerton is a hit Netflix show with one character, Queen Charlotte, that has many fans asking if she was a real queen. So who was the Real Queen Charlotte?
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What Donald Trump's Final Days As President Were Like
Joe Biden's inauguration on January 20 will be different this year, as his predecessor refuses to join the ceremony and hand off the presidency.
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American Insurrections And Rebellions You've Never Heard Of
American history is replete with violent uprisings, bloody coups, and revolutionary attempts. Here are some of the rebellions you haven't heard of.
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A Short History Of Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day goes back several hundred years, yet it's exact origins are not fully known. Still, there are a few theories about the holiday's history.
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This Is Who Really Invented Radio
You've heard of the space race, where America battled the Soviet Union for supremacy in space exploration, but do you know about the radio race?
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The Tragic Real Life Story Of Confucius
Confucius' ideas would go on to shape Chinese society right up until the present day. His life is one of fortitude in the face of great tragedy and upheaval.
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The Truth About The Legally-Dead Woman Fighting To Prove She's Alive
Jeanne Pouchain has been legally dead for the past three years, yet she is actually still alive and kicking and trying to prove it.
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This Is The Most Pardons Any President Has Ever Made
As long as a criminal follows the proper procedures, then the head of state can grant them forgiveness and send them back to a somewhat normal life.
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The Truth About Alberto Fujimori's Political Crimes
Alberto Fujimori may have become president of Peru in 1990 through democratic means, but he spent the next 10 years in power ruling with an iron fist.
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When Did Humans First Fall In Love?
Marriage was often organized in exchange for a dowry -- property and/or money which the bride brought to her husband. But what about emotions?
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These Are The Three People Who Were Barred From Serving In The US Government
There have only been 21 impeachments in history, but only three people were ever banned from serving in the US government.
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The Truth Behind The Invention Of The Soda Fountain
After soda water was touted for its perceived health benefits, the soda fountain was invented to sell carbonated water to the masses.
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The Secret Deal That Coca-Cola Has With The DEA
Coca-Cola has a deal with the Drug Enforcement Administration to get this essential ingredient for the secret Coke recipe.
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The Truth About The Man Who Invented The Piano
Bartolomeo Cristofori is the man who invented the piano more than 300 years ago but hardly anyone knows his name.
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The Truth About The Coca Wine Fad Of The Mid-1800s
Made by steeping the leaves of the coca plant, the coca wine craze swept through Europe in the mid-19th century and was even endorsed by the pope.
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Tragic Details About Red Cloud
During his life, Red Cloud played an incredibly critical role in resisting white expansionism. These are the tragic details about Red Cloud.
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This Is Who Alzheimer's Disease Is Named After
The condition is known as Alzheimer's disease, a form of dementia that changes how an individual thinks, remembers, and behaves over the course of years.
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Rules Former First Ladies Have To Follow
Rules that former first ladies must follow include Secret Service protection for life and for traditional etiquette, being gracious to the incoming first lady.
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The First People To Climb The World's Tallest Mountains (Besides Everest)
Mount Everest is the highest point on Earth, but there are other tall mountains which have proven to be more deadly and sources of greater drama.
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The Crazy True Story Of William Randolph Hearst
This is the crazy real life story of William Randolph Hearst's rise to glory, crash landing, and the movie he hated that cemented his fame.
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