The True Story Of The Petrified Man Of Peru
In 2021 an archeological dig in Peru stumbled upon another mystery of the past. A petrified man was revealed, but he was found in a very unusual posture.
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Here's How Soon Charles Will Become King Following The Queen's Death
When Queen Elizabeth II eventually passes away, her son Charles will become king. Here's how soon Charles will ascent to the throne after the queen's death.
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St. Dominic's Offer To Sell Himself Into Slavery Was Further Proof Of His Beliefs
Self-sacrifice, through penance, or personal generosity, or heroic acts on behalf of others, is a common theme in the lives of saints, including St. Dominic.
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12 Facts About Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter
Activist, writer, humanitarian, Rosalynn Carter is the person most responsible for shaping the role of first lady of the United States in the modern era.
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What Does The Lord Chamberlain Do?
The lord chamberlain works closely with the monarch and is the senior officer of the Royal Household.
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The British Royal Family Members Named After Queen Elizabeth
Most of Queen Elizabeth II's granddaughters and great-granddaughters bear the name Elizabeth.
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The Seemingly Innocent Child's Toy That Germany Banned As A Concealed Surveillance Device
A seemingly innocent child's toy was banned by Germany as a concealed surveillance device. What is this toy, and what lies underneath its cute exterior?
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The Disturbing Truth About Drug Overdose Deaths In Kentucky
The opioid epidemic and an uptick in addiction and drug overdose deaths are hitting the U.S. Here's the disturbing truth about drug overdose deaths in Kentucky.
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The Tragic 2007 Death Of Martin Luther King's Eldest Child, Yolanda King
Yolanda King, the oldest child of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., died on May 15, 2007, in Santa Monica, California, at the age of 51. Here's her story.
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What Happened To Judge Julius Hoffman After The Chicago 7 Trial?
The controversial 1970 Chicago Seven trial was presided over by Judge Julius Hoffman. Here's what happened to Hoffman after his convictions were overturned.
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Abbie Hoffman Was Put On The Political Map Thanks To The New York Stock Exchange
Abbie Hoffman was born in Massachusetts in 1936 and earned his fame in American culture as a political activist during the height of the hippie movement.
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The History Of Monkeypox Explained
From its initial discovery in lab monkeys to a global outbreak in 2022 deemed a public health emergency, here is the history of monkeypox explained.
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What Life Is Like For The Child Goddesses Of Nepal
Here's what you need to know about Nepal's centuries-old tradition of Kumari and what it's like to be one of the child goddesses today.
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How Germany's Eulenburg Affair Helped Lead To WWI
The Eulenburg Affair was a domestic scandal, but it would prove to have much more international effects (worldwide ones, quite literally). Here's that story.
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Who Was The Last Recorded Sin-Eater?
Sin-eaters were hired to absorb the sins of the dead, and the last recorded sin-eater died in 1906.
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Why Environmentalists Are Making A Case For A Shorter Workweek
If you're like most people, you probably seriously look forward to long weekends. In fact, you might think it would be great if every weekend were long.
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Where Is St. Dominic Buried?
Saint Dominic died in 1221 and his tomb was improved upon over the centuries following his death. People can still visit the tomb in Italy.
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You Won't Believe How Many Accidents Involve Cars Crashing Into Buildings Every Day
Sidewalks are notorious for lulling pedestrians into a false sense of security. However, danger lurks even after pedestrians enter a building.
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How Roger E. Mosley Started Working With Tom Selleck On Magnum PI
"Magnum P.I." star Roger E. Mosley died on August 7 at the age of 83. Let's look at what Mosley really thought of working with Tom Selleck.
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The Real Person Behind Robin Williams' Character In Good Morning Vietnam
The real person behind Robin Williams' character in "Good Morning Vietnam" was veteran Adrian Cronauer, but the film was only loosely based on his experience.
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The Largest Mass Graves Ever Discovered
Although hundreds of mass graves are known, not all of them have actually been excavated. These are some of the largest mass graves ever discovered.
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An Australian's Generosity Might Change Your Mind About Giving Blood
In Australia, one man has gotten more familiar than most with the juice boxes and crackers served up at blood donation centers.
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The US Assassination Of Al-Qaeda's Leader In Kabul Was Essential As Part Of Their Military Strategy
The war in Afghanistan raged for 20 years, with the U.S. fighting terrorist forces. Here is why the assassination of al-Qaeda's leader was considered necessary.
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The Tragic 1999 Death Of John F. Kennedy Jr. Explained
But tragedy followed John F. Kennedy Jr,, starting just before his third birthday, when his father was assassinated, and ending with his early death in 1999.
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Inside The Story Of The Austro-Hungarian Double Agent Who Took Down The Empire
Some believe that largely due to Redl's influence, he ultimately brought about the downfall of the Austro-Hungarian empire.
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The Frisky Fable Of Raphael's Death
The High Renaissance painter Raphael was prolific in more ways than one.
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How Long Is The Talmud?
The central text of Judaism is, without doubt, the Talmud. Just how long is it?
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