The Truth About Stephen Hawking's Two Marriages
Stephen Hawking was one of the most important scientists of all time, but he also had a dramatic personal life with two marriages that ended in divorce.
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The Royal Family Massacre During The 1958 Iraqi Coup D'etat, Explained
As they say, rank has its privileges, but the higher the rank, the higher the risk involved, especially when it comes to individuals in national leadership.
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The Last Movie Paul Newman Filmed Before His Heartbreaking Death
Paul Newman, one of the biggest film stars of the 20th century, passed away in 2008. This was the last movie Newman starred in before his death.
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Who Was Baldwin IV, The 'Leper King' Of Jerusalem?
Certainly there have been remarkable individuals throughout history who overcame personal challenges to achieve greatness -- including leprosy.
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This Is How Much Kate Bush Is Making From The Running Up That Hill Resurgence
Kate Bush is one of the most beloved and influential British musicians of all time. Here's how much she's making from the Running Up That Hill resurgence.
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The Invention Of The Jacuzzi Has A Heartbreaking Backstory
Warm water, bubbling from jets beneath the surface, is many people's idea of bliss, a way to relax and unwind. Turns out, the Jacuzzi has medical origins.
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How Stephen Hawking's Death Was One Big Coincidence
Stephen Hawking was one of the greatest scientific minds the world has ever known, and his death was part of a number of interesting coincidences.
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BB King Revealed The One Musician Who Gave Him 'The Cold Sweats'
B.B King revealed the one musician who gave him 'the cold sweats' when he heard the amazing tone coming from the player's guitar.
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What Stephen Hawking's Area Theorem Really Means
Stephen Hawking was a scientific genius who will be missed by many. His theories seem to hold up to this day, including his area theorem of black holes.
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How Albert King's Unique Guitar Playing Quirk Influenced The Greatest Musicians Of All Time
Great music comes from great musicians who utilize a combination of talent, hard work. time, and innovation to create unique rhythms and sounds.
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The Story Behind How Stephen Hawking Pranked A BBC Reporter
Stephen Hawking is known as one of the world's top physicists, and he also had a sense of humor. Here's how he pranked a BBC reporter.
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The Real Reason The Drinking Age Is 21 In The US
The old argument goes, if someone can go off to fight a war on behalf of their country at age 18, why can't they enjoy an alcoholic beverage as well?
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Fanny: The History-Making All-Female Band You've Never Heard Of
Fanny was an all-girl rock group in the early 1970s, a time when women in rock music faced many barriers.
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Game Of Thrones Almost Scored A Rock Legend For A Big Cameo
"Game of Thrones" is known for having plenty of celebrity cameos, but one never materialized. Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin was asked to appear, but declined.
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The Most Notable Moments In Queen Elizabeth II's Reign
Here are some of the moments that have shaped the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, the only head of state within living memory for most Britons.
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Here's What May Have Happened If Germany Invaded The United Kingdom During WWII
The outcome of World War II is universally agreed to be one of the most — if not the most — defining events of the 20th century and all human history.
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Cost Taxpayers A Staggering Sum
Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee was a jubilant affair for most of the U.K. However, the celebrations cost the U.K. taxpaer a staggering amount of money.
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What Queen Victoria Really Thought About Motherhood
Queen Victoria once wrote that children often turn out to be a "bitter disappointment" to their parents. What did she really think about motherhood?
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Monarchs Who Have Celebrated A Platinum Jubilee
In the United Kingdom, there is a nationwide party called a jubilee to mark the anniversary of a monarch's reign after 25, 50, and 60 years.
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What Queen Elizabeth's Daily Routine Is Really Like
The Queen's daily routine is actually quite rigorous, especially considering her age. Here's what Queen Elizabeth gets up to everyday.
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The Real-Life History Of Queen Charlotte's Ball
The real life history of Queen Charlotte's Ball is even more fascinating than it seems on Bridgerton. Here are the details of this historical event.
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The Secret Lucky Charm Hidden In Queen Elizabeth's 1953 Coronation Gown
The life of royalty, of whatever country, is often filled with signs and symbols. That extends from crowns and scepters to stitching on the gowns themselves.
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Elvis' Relationship With His Backing Band's Guitarist Was Anything But Smooth
It's one thing for a band to make it as a group, and another for a solo performer to rise to the top -- with or without those who contributed to the success.
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What To Do If You're Bitten By A King Cobra Snake
The natural world is a fascinating, almost magical place, filled with colors and behaviors that delight and astonish. Unless, of course, they try to kill you.
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The Peculiar Story Of The Boy Who Stole Queen Victoria's Underwear
Buckingham Palace security was lax enough that a young boy was able to sneak in, find Queen Victoria's unmentionables, and steal her underwear.
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The Shocking Truth About This Scene From Apocalypse Now
"Apocalypse Now" is considered one of the greatest war movies of all time, but one of its scenes was more real, and dangerous, than you'd expect.
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The Ramones Tricked Johnny Rotten Of The Sex Pistols Into Drinking Urine
Punks earned their reputation in part for their vulgarity-- like the time the Ramones tricked Johnny Rotten of the Sex Pistols into drinking urine.
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