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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The Legend Of Nymphs Explained (& Why They Were So Revered)
Greco-Roman mythology is full of larger-than-life figures, but here is the legend of the ancient nymphs and why these minor nature spirits were so revered.
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The Bottle Of Beer That Almost Sparked A Legal Fight In Nova Scotia
One particular bottle of beer almost sparked a legal fight in Nova Scotia. Here's the story.
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Mount Trashmore: The Engineering Marvel That Transformed A Landfill Into A Park
The United States is filled with odd and curious landmarks. One such is Virginia Beach's Mount Trashmore, which became a marvel in upscaling engineering.
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Why Benito Mussolini Had His Own Son-In-Law Executed
Benito Mussolini overthrew the Italian government and asserted fascism as the country's dictator. No one was safe from his wrath. Not even his own son-in-law.
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The Creepiest Stories In Appalachian Folklore
A hallmark of every culture is its folklore. The Appalachian region is certainly rich in these tales and legends. These are some of the creepiest of them all.
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The Most Under-Appreciated Allied Victory Of WWII
One important Allied victory in World War II was also one of the most under appreciated. Here's why the Battle of the Bulge was so crucial.
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How A Conversation With A Group Of German Children Inspired The 'Candy Bomber'
During a WWII blockade, a group of kids and their interaction with an American Airman inspired one of the most heartwarming military operations.
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A Woman From 1700s Russia Reportedly Set A World Record That No One Has Broken Yet
"The Guinness Book of World Records" has served as the definitive source for various achievements met by humans and the animal kingdom. Here's one.
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