Why Operation Underground Railroad Was Once Under Investigation
Tim Ballard's Operation Underground Railroad, an organization that works to rescue children from sex trafficking, was once under investigation.
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The Untold History Of Helium
While helium is the second most common chemical element in the entire universe, it's vanishingly rare here on Earth. Here's its fascinating history.
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Groundbreaking Drugs That Changed The Course Of History
Major medical advancements can change millions of peoples' lives in massive ways. Here are groundbreaking drugs that changed the course of history.
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The Real Reason Washington, D.C. Has Catacombs
Next time you head to Washington, D.C., consider taking a tour of its network of catacombs. So how did they get there? Well, that's an interesting story.
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The Largest Bombs Ever Detonated In World History
Since the discovery of gunpowder, humanity has been building ever bigger bombs. The first bomb makers could never have imagined how terrible these would become.
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How Princess Diana's Death Changed The Royals
Princess Diana's death August 31, 1997 left the United Kingdom in shock, and the effect rippled through the royal family. Here's what happened.
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The Most Controversial Supreme Court Decisions
Throughout its history, the Supreme Court has been both revered or scorned, with people alternately praising and condemning its most controversial rulings.
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The Tangled History Of Ringling Bros. And Barnum & Bailey Circus
Once touted as "The Greatest Show on Earth," the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus thrilled audiences for decades. Its history is just as thrilling.
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Historical Figures Who Died By Drowning
Throughout history, important figures have died by all kinds of methods. Undoubtedly, some of the most tragic have been those who died by drowning.
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The Untold History Of Elevators
Most people don't give much thought to taking elevators these days. But this invention, which partly made skyscrapers possible, has a long history behind it.
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The Final Months Of John F. Kennedy Jr.'s Life
John F. Kennedy Jr.'s premature death fueled the notion that the Kennedys were a family dogged by misfortune. His final months only fed that image more.
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Everything We Know About Kentucky's Civil War-Era Gold Hoard
In July 2023, a Kentucky man found hundreds of Civil War-era coins. Here's what the man's amazing discovery tells us about their time of origin.
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You Can Still Ride The World's Oldest Roller Coaster. Here's Where It Is
It's not every day you get to interact with history in a way that gets your heart racing.
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How Iran's Islamic Revolution Changed The Country Forever
In 1979, the Islamic Revolution set the country into a different direction via the walking back of many rights protected by Shah Muhammad Reza Pahlavi.
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What Is Vodou And What Do Its Followers Believe?
Vodou may be one of the most misunderstood religions in the world. Here's what it actually is and what its followers believe.
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The Time France's Entire Wine Industry Was Nearly Destroyed
The French wine industry enjoys a global reputation of excellence. But over a century ago, it almost collapsed for good, until a New World transplant saved it.
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The Legend Of Prester John, King In The East, Explained
The legend of Prester John, king in the east, is one that instilled hope in early Christians and helped drive the Crusades, but it's likely the man was a myth.
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The Most Famous Ninjas In History
Ninjas are one of Japan's most recognizable icons, famed for stealth, cunning, and lethality. A number of ninjas gained fame all of their own, too.
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Which Members Of The Manson Family Are Still In Prison?
The cult formed under Charles Manson shocked the nation with their brutal murders in the 1960s. Here's which members of the Manson Family are still in prison.
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How India's Golden Temple Feeds 100,000 People A Day
India's Golden Temple in the city of Amritsar in Punjab, India feeds an astounding 100,000 people a day. Here's how it accomplishes this feat.
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The Real Canterbury Tales: What A Medieval Pilgrimage Was Like
Geoffrey Chaucer gave medieval pilgrimages a touch of the romantic in "The Canterbury Tales." But in reality, such pilgrimages were not always as fun.
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Why The Pentagon Is Shaped Like A Pentagon
The Pentagon building is unique in its design and massive size. Its five-sided shape was originally born of necessity. Here's why.
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Why Hardly Anyone Lives On Dubai's Man-Made Islands
Dubai is know for its opulence and feats of engineering. But hardly anyone lives on its man-made islands that were created for the ultra wealthy. Here's why.
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The History Of Drugs In The White House
The discovery of a small amount of cocaine in the West Wing in July 2023 is less shocking when you consider the long history of drugs in the White House.
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The Meaning Behind The 7 Chakras In Hinduism
The concept of chakras is an important tenet of Hinduism. Here's a rundown of the seven main chakras of the human body and their role in our wellbeing.
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World War II Subs That Went Missing And Were Never Found
The open ocean is risky just floating on it, but deliberately sinking below the waves is even worse. Add a World War, and it's no wonder these subs were lost.
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Wild Historical Stories That Involve Cannabis
The use of the cannabis plant, whether for hemp or marijuana, dates back thousands of years. Unsurprisingly, its history is littered with wild stories.
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