The Complicated History Between Harry Belafonte And The King Family
Harry Belafonte was also a civil rights activist, and as such, he had a close relationship with Martin Luther King Jr. Here's the story of their relationship.
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The History Of Harry Belafonte's Famous Day-O
When Harry Belafonte released "Calypso" in 1956, he had no idea that either the album or the much-sung single "Day-O" would be a hit. Here's the story.
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Harry Belafonte
Singer, actor, and activist Harry Belafonte died on April 25, 2023, at the age of 96.
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This Is Why Presidents Use So Many Pens When Signing Documents
As many may have noticed, U.S. presidents often use more than one pen when they sign important documents - and sometimes way, way more than one pen.
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The Disturbing History Of The Killer Women Under Hitler's Regime
Thousands of women took on murderous roles under Hitler's regime in the Second World War. Here is the disturbing history of these killer women.
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Things You Can't Do In Your Dreams And Why
Everyone dreams, but there are some things that most if not all people are completely unable to do in dreams. Here are the fascinating reasons why.
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When Was The First Public School In America Established?
Long before Horace Mann, Boston, Massachusetts saw the opening of the first public school in what would eventually be the United States - in 1665.
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The Symbolism Behind The Objects Used In British Royal Ceremonies
The crown jewels have been a part of every British coronation ceremony for more than 900 years -- but what exactly do they mean?
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What Marilyn Monroe's Exes Said About Her
Many men that had relationships with Marilyn Monroe tended to speak about her at length. Here's what Monroe's exes said about her after her death.
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Details Found In Corey Haim's Autopsy
Corey Haim had long experienced addiction, and after his death, many speculated that Haim had finally succumbed to substance use issues. This was not the case.
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History's Deadliest Stadium Disasters
As stadiums have gotten bigger, they've also become the site of some of the world's greatest tragedies. These are some of history's deadliest stadium disasters.
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Sugar Ray's Tragedies And Hardships
Sugar Ray was one of the '90s pop juggernauts that shaped the musical landscape of the decade. But it wasn't all fun and games, even when stardom came knocking.
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Why Does The Vietnamese Religion Cao Dai Revere Victor Hugo?
Even if you can't name one of writer Victor Hugo's works off the top of your head, you've definitely heard of them. Here's his connection to Cao Dai.
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The Most Painful Injuries A Person Can Get, According To Science
While pain is relative, there are a number of injuries that can be excruciating for most everyone.
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The Twisted History Of Oskar Dirlewanger, The Nazis' Most Evil Officer
One of the most twisted men in WWII was Oskar Dirlewanger, leader of his own sadistic SS brigade. Here is the twisted history of the Nazis' most evil officer.
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How The World Would Look With Just 1,000 People
Imagine an apocalypse of some kind leaves a representative selection of 1,000 people behind. What would this new society look like? How would the world change?
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'Intelligence In A Dish': How Biocomputers Could Make Science Fiction A Reality
As the world braced for the long-term effects of artificial intelligence in 2023, researchers announced new developments in biocomputing. Here's the story.
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Life-Changing Innovations Of The 1940s: From Penicillin To The Jet Engine
Every decade has its fair share of innovations, but the 1940s stands out. Here are life-changing innovations of the 1940s: from penicillin to the jet engine.
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What Happened To The Bodies Of Civil War Soldiers Who Died In Battle?
As one of the deadliest conflicts in U.S. history, there were an overwhelming number of fallen soldiers to account for afterward. Here's what happened to them.
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Synanon: The Rehab-Turned-Cult That Inspired The Troubled Teen Industry
Emerging in full-cult form in the 1970s - but with a unique slant - Synanon began as a therapeutic help center for drug treatment. Here's the story.
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What Eddie Vedder's Former Bandmates Have Said About Him
Eddie Vedder has collaborated with countless talented musicians over the course of his decades-long career. Here's what they've had to say about him.
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The Grim Fates Of Hitler's Lovers
Hitler's love life has been the subject of considerable speculation. Predictably, there's a trend in the women that he was seen with, and that's a grisly end.
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Where Is Ghislaine Maxwell Now?
Ghislaine Maxwell was convicted of procuring underage girls for billionaire Jeffrey Epstein. Here's where she is now since her 2022 prison sentence.
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Royals Who Left Their Countries To Move To America
Here are some royals who decided (or were forced) to ditch their old lives to try and make it in a land of no kings, the United States of America.
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Alan Berg's Killers Were Put Away For Centuries, But Not For His Murder
Controversial liberal radio host Alan Berg's neo-Nazi killers were put away for centuries, but not for his murder.
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The Worst Things Ron DeSantis Has Ever Said
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has become a rising star in politics and has made a name for himself over his questionable rhetoric.
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The Near-Death Experiences That Changed Cat Stevens Forever
If not for two near-death experiences, the life of folk singer Yusuf/Cat Stevens - formerly known just as Cat Stevens - could have been very different.
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