Who Were Donald Trump's Parents?
One of the important aspects of Donald Trump's public image is his wealth, something that has family history, dating back for generations of Trumps.
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The Donald Trump And Mike Pence Feud Explained
The relationship between Mike Pense and Donalt Trump has been both contentious and amicable, culminating in a falling out after the 2020 election.
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What We Know About Nancy Pelosi Not Seeking Re-Election To Leadership In The House
Nancy Pelosi, the current Speaker of the House of Representatives, will not seek election to any leadership positions after Democrats lost the House.
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A Prank By Two Sisters Spun Into A Complete Spiritualism Mania In The 19th Century
Spiritualism -- communicating with the dead through mediums -- became wildly popular in the 19th century, in part because of the three Fox sisters.
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What Really Happened During The Violent Canadian Oka Crisis Of 1990
In a 78-day armed standoff, the Kanien'kehà:ka (or Mohawk) people in Canada fought for their right to their land. Here's the full story of the 1990 Oka Crisis.
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The Horrifying Death Of Shanquella Robinson Remains Shrouded In Mystery
Charlotte, N.C.-based hairdresser Shanquelle Robinson died under questionable circumstances while on vacation and her death is still shrouded in mystery.
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The Song North Koreans In Pyongyang Hear Every Morning
North Korea is a famously closed nation with many mysterious traditions. This is the song North Koreans in Pyongyang hear every morning.
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The Reason Running For US President Costs So Much
Money makes the world go 'round, or so says the song, and rarely is that more evident than when examining the costs associated with running for U.S. president.
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The True Story Of A British Couple That Found A Golden Treasure Hidden Right Under Their Feet
Many fantasize about being able to stumble across a buried treasure. But one British couple recently had this come true quite literally beneath their feet.
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The Messed Up Truth Of The Beauty Queen Killer
Under the façade of the successful businessman was a twisted criminal who preyed on women. This is the messed up truth of the Beauty Queen Killer.
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Did Pocahontas Have Any Children?
Pocahontas looms large in early American history, both as myth and as an historical figure, symbolic of the clash between Native Americans and Europeans.
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The Only Times Disneyland Closed In Its Long History
Disneyland is a constant in American popular culture, a juggernaut of an amusement park that's ready and waiting in Southern California every day -- almost.
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The Deadly Six-Hour Period Between The Signing Of The Armistice And The End Of WWI
A lot can happen in six hours, particularly in war, and in one morning before the end of World War I, 3,000 people died. Here's the full story.
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The Mythological Lone Meeting Between Philosophers Confucius And Lao Tzu
Did Confucius, who lends his name to Confucianism, and Lao Tzu, the founder of Taoism, ever meet in person? The answer may come as a bit of a surprise.
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The Terrifying New Sea Life Discoveries Made Off The Coast Of Cocos Islands
The Earth's oceans remain a largely unexplored part of the planet, so it's no surprise that researchers have found some new and terrifying underwater species.
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Only One US President Was Successfully Elected In Non-Consecutive Terms
Should Trump win in 2024 and subsequently be inaugurated in 2025, he would be the second person to serve non-consecutive terms in office. Here's the first.
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Has Anyone With A Criminal Record Ever Been Elected President Of The US?
You might assume that someone with a criminal record would be disqualified from running for president. However, a convicted criminal can still run.
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Just How Much Work Went Into Breaking The Harvey Weinstein Scandal?
In 2017, journalists Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey detailed sexual assault and harassment allegations against Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein.
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The Tragic Real-Life History Of The LA Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers, among the most successful franchises in sports history, have also been one of the most tumultuous. A look at their tragic past.
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The Story Behind The Myth That An Italian Teacher Roberto Nevilis Invented Homework
Italian teacher Roberto Nevilis allegedly invented homework, but it's unclear whether he is to blame or someone else. Here's the story behind the myth.
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The First Named Author In History Was A Woman
An ancient Mesopotamian priestess, Enheduanna was also the world's earliest recorded author. Find out how the world first discovered her and her writing.
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Here's Why There Are No More World's Fairs
Once upon a time, there were enormous exhibitions of knowledge and science, gathered from all manner of technological progress around the globe.
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Why A 21-Year-Old College Student Sued Pepsi For A Military Harrier Jet
It's an important life lesson growing up: Always read the fine print, usually useful to the consumer. At least once, turnabout might have been fair play.
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The Reason Cyprus Is Divided
For over 50 years, Cyprus has been divided, but the lines of its division were drawn much earlier. Here is a review of why Cyprus is divided.
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The First People Who Bought Famous Technology
No matter how they manage it, there can only be one person in the world who is the first consumer to get their hands on a new kind of technology.
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Black Panther: The Real-Life Inspirations For Wakanda
Wakanda, the fictitious location of the Marvel smash-hit "Black Panther," draws on many aspects of African culture. Here are a few of those inspirations.
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Inside America's Often Forgotten 3-Day 'War' With Grenada
You can do a lot in three days — go on a road trip, reminisce with old pals, or, as it turns out, invade Grenada. Here's the story of the U.S.-Grenada war.
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