The Only US Presidents To Die In Office So Far
Though their supporters might think otherwise, presidents are human beings, flesh and bone, subject to stress and biology -- sometimes fatally.
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The Strange Time Blood Rain Fell From The Sky In India
It was like something out of a fantasy involving an ancient curse: On July 25, 2001, Kerala, India's rains pooled across the city in a blood-red hue.
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The Five Rivers Of The Greek Underworld Explained
In the cosmology of Greek mythology, the Underworld ruled by the god Hades was one of the primary realms. Here are its five rivers, explained.
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The Only Popes To Ever Visit The White House
Some popes in modern history had a reputation for travel, visiting numerous countries for public gatherings. Some even stopped by the White House.
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This American President Had 15 Children, The Most Of Any So Far
Politicians are frequently judged on a wide array of factors, including their experience, their positions on crucial issues, and their family life.
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The President Who Established The First National Park In The US
The National Parks system of the United States is one of the better ideas the country has come up with, all advanced by a surprising president.
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The Gruesome 2018 Murder Of Michigan Father David Carter From Netflix's Unsolved Mysteries
It's a sad fact of modern life that individuals meet a violent end that remains shrouded in mystery, years after the fact, and suspects somehow disappear.
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Inside Ghislaine Maxwell's Friendship With Bill Clinton
As tragic details of the Ghislaine Maxwell sex trafficking case continue to unfold, connections are being discovered with powerful individuals.
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The Grim Death Of Joseph Stalin's Son During World War II
Despite being from a prominent family, Stalin's son, Yakov Dzhugashvili, met an awful end after being captured by German forces. Here's the story.
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Inside The Bizarre UFO Sightings Over Lake Michigan From Netflix's Unsolved Mysteries
Even with the high-tech information gathering gear available, some mysteries linger on, especially when they involve something unidentified in the sky.
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The Disturbing 2015 Death Of Tiffany Valiante From Netflix's Unsolved Mysteries
The death of a teenager on the cusp of adulthood is a tragedy, bringing grief to family and friends. That's made worse when the alleged facts don't add up.
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Rocking Facts About Metallica's James Hetfield
Did you know Metallica's James Hetfield didn't start out playing the guitar? Find out what instrument got him started in music, plus 11 other rocking facts.
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How Steve Bannon's Political Views Were Influenced By Jimmy Carter
A nation's leaders are people of influence, not only at home, not only on the global stage, but also making a difference in the lives of individuals.
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Muhammad Ali's Familial Connections To A Civil War Hero And Controversial Statue
Muhammad Ali is revered for being one of the world's most iconic boxing figures. He also has connections to a Civil War hero and a controversial statue.
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Did Galileo Have Any Children?
Galileo Galilei has gone down in history for his massive contributions to the advancement of scientific understanding -- an extraordinary man, but still a man.
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The 1838 Pastry War Was No Piece Of Cake
One 19th-century war took place between Mexico and France, and though its name conjures images of sweet treats, the Pastry War itself was anything but.
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Who Is Vitus Bering, The Man Who The Bering Strait And Sea Are Named After?
Some from the age of exploration are forgotten, lost in whatever part of the world they sought to understand, while others live on through place names.
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The Shortest Serving Prime Ministers In UK History
After the shock resignation of Liz Truss on October 20, 2022, the list of the shortest-serving U.K. prime ministers ever has gotten a big shakeup.
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The 1993 Brink's Heist Explained
A priest, an ex-policeman, and $7.4 million of cash stolen from Brink's. Here's the story behind one of the biggest armed robberies in U.S. history.
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What Are Prime Minister's Resignation Honours And How Do They Work?
When a British Prime Minister resigns, they can request a seat on the House of Lords. Here's what Prime Minister's Resignation Honours are and how they work.
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The Startling View Liz Truss Once Had About The British Monarchy
The United Kingdom is one of the few to still have a monarchy. Numerous voices have called for its abolition, but what did Liz Truss think of the arrangement?
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People In Medieval Times Wore Shockingly Long Shoes That Even Elves Would Laugh About
Pointy shoes were a status symbol back in the 14th and 15th centuries.
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What We Know About The Record-Setting Tunnel Joining Denmark And Germany
There's something irresistibly magnificent about a huge architectural project. Here's what we know about the record-setting tunnel joining Denmark and Germany.
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John Wayne Gacy Once Hired A Satanic Cult Leader As A Handyman
In what may or may not be an eerie, tragic coincidence, convicted serial killer John Wayne Gacy had a connection to another series of killings.
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Inside The 1929 Christmas Eve Fire At The White House
It's the sort of thing that makes up nightmares: a festive holiday celebration turned into an emergency by fire, made worse because it was the White House.
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Adrian Targett: The British Man Who Traced His Family Back 9,000 Years
Adrian Targett: the British man who traced his family back 9,000 years never expected his ancient ancestor would have died in the same town where Targett lived.
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The Creepiest Murder Fridges And Freezers In History
Murderers will do anything to hide a body, and sometimes, that involves keeping things cold. These are the creepiest murder fridges and freezers in history.
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