Jimmy Carter's Legacy Is One Of Peace, In And Out Of The White House
Former President Jimmy Carter has had quite a legacy when it comes to peace. Here's a look back at some of his efforts to bring peace to the world.
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Why President Theodore Roosevelt Wore A Lock Of Lincoln's Hair Around His Finger
President Theodore Roosevelt is one of the most beloved leaders in American history. Here is why he wore a lock of Abraham Lincoln's hair around his finger.
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When Jimmy Carter's Administration Used Supernatural Forces To Find Downed Plane
Even some U.S. presidents have turned to psychics, mediums, astrologers, and the general supernatural to lend a helping hand - Jimmy Carter being one of those.
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Why Do People Want To Change The Idaho-Oregon State Line?
The reasons the state lines of the 50 United States are drawn the way they are are varied, having to do with politics, geography, culture, etc.
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The Mayaguez Incident: The Final Battle Of The Vietnam War Took Place At Sea
Though the Vietnam War did eventually end, it didn't really end until a couple of years after peace was negotiated. It also ended in rather spectacular fashion.
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14 U.S. Presidents Who Didn't Survive 10 Years After The End Of Their Presidency
Some former U.S. presidents didn't have long to enjoy retirement. Here are 14 U.S. presidents who didn't survive 10 years after the end of their presidency
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The Controversial Legacy Of The Minnesota State Flag
The controversial legacy of the Minnesota state flag is in the spotlight in 2023 as state legislatures decide whether it warrants replacing.
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Russia Didn't Consider Beer To Be An Alcoholic Beverage Until 2011
Russia didn't consider beer to be an alcoholic beverage until 2011. Before that, it was considered "foodstuff."
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Every President That Fell On Air Force One's Stairs
We know the scene by now: A U.S. president steps out of Air Force One and stands at the top of the stairs, hand raised to the crowd in greeting.
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Why Jimmy Carter Owes His Presidency To The Allman Brothers Band
Jimmy Carter, wearing a dark suit and wide tie, stood on stage amid the roar of the crowd, which looked more rock 'n' roll than most political rallies.
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Tragic Details About The Assassination Of Mahatma Gandhi
Although he preached non-violence, Mahatma Gandhi became an enemy to some and was violently killed in 1948. Here are the tragic details about his assassination.
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'The Man-Eater Of Scotland' To A Butcher On Drury Lane: Possible Inspirations For Sweeney Todd
Sweeney Todd has been around for over a century. The original writers may have drawn on real cases of homicidal barbers, cannibalism, and everything in between.
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The Only Former American Presidents Still Alive
For only the third time in U.S. history, there are five former U.S. presidents alive at the same time (as of February 2023). Here's who they are.
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Times King Charles Blatantly Broke Royal Protocol
While heir to the throne, King Charles III was outspoken and even sparked outright controversy. Here are some times King Charles blatantly broke royal protocol.
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The Tragic 2015 Death Of Jimmy Carter's Grandson
For the 39th U.S. President, Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn Carter, the year 2015 was a time of deep celebration but also of immense mourning.
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David Ferrie: An Overshadowed Character Of The JFK Assassination
The news of President John F. Kennedy's assassination, followed by the arrest of suspect Lee Harvey Oswald, absorbed the attention of the entire nation.
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The 1988 Gladbeck Hostage Crisis Haunts Germany To This Day. Here's The Story
In August 1988, in the town of Gladbeck in the former West Germany, two men's plans to rob a bank escalated into a standoff that dominated the German media.
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Amazing Ancient Structures Carved From Solid Rock
While most construction involves masonry, the most remarkable human-made structures are hewn from solid stone. This is known as rock-cut architecture.
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Why Elvis Presley Couldn't Stand To Be Called The King
Elvis Presley is still known at the King of Rock 'n' Roll, but it turns out he couldn't stand to be called The King. Here's why.
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Liubov Yarosh: The 102-Year-Old Grandmother Outfitting Ukrainian Snipers
Liubov Yarosh is a 102-year-old grandmother who is outfitting Ukrainian snipers. She says she just wants the war to end and for peace to return to Ukraine.
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How The Black December Shark Attacks Turned A Beach In South Africa Into A War Zone
How the Black December shark attacks turned a beach in South Africa into a war zone when officials took drastic measures to deplete the sharks.
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An Archaeologist's Chilling Discovery Unearthed Multiple Infant Skeletons
An archaeologist's chilling discovery unearthed multiple infant skeletons. Researchers theorize their cause of death was infanticide.
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The Oldest Inhabited Cities In The World
Very few cities have made it unscathed throughout mankind's tumultuous history. Nevertheless, here are the oldest inhabited cities in the world.
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The Theory That The Unidentified Bible John Killer Could Still Be Alive
Just because the Bible John case is more than 50 years old doesn't mean that the killer is dead.
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The Spine-Tingling Mystery Of 13th Century Germany's Real-Life Pied Piper
The tale of the Pied Piper goes back hundreds of years to an actual event that appears to have unfolded in a German town.
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Librarians Delivering Books On Horseback Was A Thing Once. Here's Why.
To help pull the country out of the slump caused by the Great Depression, a program started to bring books to the people that relied on librarians on horseback.
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The Sad Connection Between Malcolm X And A Harlem Mob Boss
Malcolm X was a prominent figure in the civil rights era who advocated for militant self-defense among African Americans. He also had a sad connection.
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