Unsolved Mysteries Of 1950s America
Modern technology hasn't managed to explain away every mystery of the 1950s just yet. Here are some unsolved mysteries of 1950s America.
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The Worst Monsoon Disasters In History
While monsoons are simply a change in wind, they can also bring lots of rain and subsequent flooding, causing disaster.
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Ancient Runes Explained (And How They Influenced The Lord Of The Rings)
Much of the modern conception of runes can be traced to the work of J.R.R. Tolkien, but he was inspired by ancient writing systems with a fascinating history.
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Hanging Coffins: The Remaining Memory Of The Bo People Of China
Hanging coffins: the remaining memory of the Bo people of China, a now extinct ethnic minority group.
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How Donald Trump's Lawyer Is Connected To The Natalee Holloway Case
The lawyer potentially defending Donald Trump on charges related to his March 2023 indictment in New York state is connected to another high-profile crime.
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The Wild Way Donald Trump And Stormy Daniels Met
Former president Donald Trump has been indicted on hush money charges involving adult film star Stormy Daniels. But how did these two cross paths?
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The Rosenbergs: The 1950s Trial And Execution That Shook The World
One of the most sensational and controversial news stories of the 1950s was the Rosenberg trial. Here is the trial and execution that shook the world.
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Drag Shows Are Older Than You Realize. Here's The Real History
Drag is a performance art with a deep and diverse history. And drag shows are older than you may realize, so here's the real history.
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Oklahoma City Bomb Responder Terry Yeakey's Death Remains Shrouded In Mystery
Oklahoma City bomb responder Terry Yeakey's death a year after the attack remains shrouded in mystery. Yeakey openly believed there was a cover-up.
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The Most Disastrous Coronations In History
Historic coronation mistakes have ranged from mispronunciations of the liturgy to tragedies that left scores of royal subjects dead, and everything in between.
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The First Black Female Lawyer In America Was Born In The 1800s
Over 150 years ago, Charlotte E. Ray became the very first Black woman to graduate law school and be admitted to the bar in any state in the United States.
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The Gospel Of Judas Paints The Bible's Traitor In A Very Different Light
The Gospel of Judas paints the Bible's traitor in a very different light than the version of Judas that has been in circulation for thousands of years.
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Tina Bell: The 'Black Godmother' Of The Seattle Grunge Scene
Tina Bell: the 'Black Godmother' of the Seattle grunge scene never really got the credit she deserved for being a pioneer of the sound.
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The Foreboding Reason Six Ravens Must Live At The Tower Of London
Chris Skaife has one job and one job only: to keep watch over the ravens at the Tower of London. Here's the foreboding reason it's imperative that they live.
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The Tragic Genocide Of Brazil's Indigenous Peoples
The killing of indigenous people in Brazil and the destruction of their homes and culture have been described by some as a full-blown genocide.
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Medieval Easter Featured Traditions That May Look Familiar
Ever wonder how a holiday celebrating Jesus includes bunnies and eggs? The answer lies in Medieval Easters, which featured traditions that may look familiar.
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The Youngest Saints In The Catholic Church
Reaching sainthood is an impressive accomplishment - even more so when the honor is bestowed upon children. Here are the youngest saints in the Catholic Church.
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The Strange Affliction That Had Some Royals Believing They Were Made Of Glass
Mental illness was around long before there was a name for it. One strange affliction was that some royals believed they were made of glass.
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Why America's First Paramedics Were So Groundbreaking
The Freedom House Ambulance Service revolutionized the concept of emergency medical services. In doing so, the service saved lives in more ways than one.
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Why Escaping North Korea Is So Difficult And Dangerous
Regardless of why it happens, the journey out of North Korea is not easy. Here's what makes defecting from this nation so difficult and dangerous.
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The Myth Of Iris, Goddess Of The Rainbow, Explained
The personification of the rainbow, the goddess Iris represented a connection between Heaven and Earth and sent messages between the two. Here's her story.
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What Happened To The Bodies Of These Wild West Legends?
Things could get pretty dodgy when it came to dying in the Wild West. The ultimate fates of the bodies of Wild West legends aren't always what you'd expect.
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What Happened To Loretta McLaughlin & Jean Cole From The Boston Strangler Case?
The Boston Strangler is one of the most famous serial killer cases, and two Boston Globe reporters helped bring him to light.
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Questionable Things About George W. Bush's Presidency
The George W. Bush years have become synonymous with a string of major emergencies from September 11th to Hurricane Katrina to the 2008 financial crisis.
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Spring Explained By Ancient Gods And Myths
Ancient people relied on harvests for survival, so it makes sense they developed stories to explain the changing of the seasons. Here are some involving spring.
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What It's Really Like To Be A British Guard
The Royal Guard are the elite force designated to guard the British royal family.
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The Legend Of The 6th Century Irish Monk Who May Have Sailed To America
Evidence suggests that the legend of St. Brendan's voyage should not be discarded. Here is the legend of the Irishman who may have "discovered" America.
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