The Dead Sea's Name Has Nothing To Do With High Fatality Rates
The Dead Sea is a very dangerous place to swim, but that's not how it got its name. It's called the "Dead Sea" because of the high salt content.
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How Does A Thunderstorm Become A Tornado?
Tornadoes are among the most imposing and fascinating weather phenomena, the result of thunderstorms. Here's how thunderstorms become tornadoes.
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Dark Retreats Have Been Used All Over The World For Centuries, But What Do They Do?
Dark retreats might sound like something out of a horror movie, but they've actually been used all over the world for centuries. Here's how they work.
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Unpacking The Superstition That Non-White Jerseys In The Super Bowl Are Bad Luck
There is a surprisingly good reason for the superstition that non-white jerseys in the Super Bowl are bad luck.
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Why One Russian Cannibal Killer Was Confused With Another One
Nikolai Dzhumagaliev, who was accused of consuming at least nine people between 1971 and 1991, remains one of Russia's most notorious serial killers.
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The 10 Worst Super Bowls Ever
Every year, the NFL Super Bowl is one of the biggest events on TV. But sometimes it's a complete flop. Here are the 10 worst Super Bowls ever.
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The Monstrous 4-Foot-Eel Discovered By A Texas Researcher
Imagine the feeling you might get when walking along the beach and coming across a weird snake-looking fish about 4 feet long. Well, it happened to Jace Tunnel.
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What Is Sparta Like Today?
A small inland town nestled in the southeast corner of the Greek Peloponnese is home to many of ancient Greece's most famous myths and heroes.
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How Lebron James Tried To Change The NBA Draft Rules
LeBron James made basketball history by breaking the all-time scoring record. But before that, he tried to change the NBA rules. Here's what happened.
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The Tragic Real-Life History Of The Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles, like every team in the NFL, have had their share of setbacks.
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Queen Elizabeth II's Deep Affection For Cows
Queen Elizabeth II had a deep affection for cows that many of her most ardent supporters aren't even aware of. This was the queen's relationship with cows.
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The History Of Spy Balloons Explained
Public interest in spy balloons grew in 2023 when a Chinese balloon was shot down in the U.S. Here's the history of spy balloons, explained.
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What Happened To The Freckle-Faced Killer After His Release From Prison?
The last time Doreen Robie saw her 4-year-old son Derrick, he was walking down the street to the summer camp in the local park she had enrolled him in.
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What Happened To The Turpin Kids After Their House Of Horrors?
The Turpin children were infamously chained to their beds, deprived of food, and abused by their parents. Here's what happened once they were liberated.
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How Kansas City Landed On The Chiefs After A String Of Rejected Names
What if, instead of the Kansas City Chiefs taking the field, it was instead the Kansas City Mules? That is just one of many names considered for the team.
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What A 40,000-Year-Old Statue Discovered In Germany Can Tell Us About Early Human Behavior
Prehistoric artwork gives us a glimpse into what life was like for the people living then. Here is what a 40,000-year-old statue tells us about our ancestors.
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Smokey Robinson And Diana Ross' Relationship Explained
Smokey Robinson and Diana Ross' relationship goes back to before Motown existed, back to when they were neighbors in Detroit.
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Why Can't We Go Faster Than The Speed Of Light?
Warp drive: it's the dream of every would-be space explorer and "Star Trek" fan. Why can't we go faster than the speed of light? Let's take a look.
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The Dark Inspiration Behind Sarah McLachlan's Angel
Singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan creates compelling, emotionally charged music, which has brought her many accolades during her long career.
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Pure Luck Placed Charlie Thomas As Lead Tenor Of The Drifters In 1958
One instance of right-place-right-time good luck, though, helped Charlie Thomas, lead tenor of The Drifters, along the way.
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Survival Myths That Could Actually Get You Killed
Some oft-repeated survival tactics are useful, but others are just urban legends that might be deadly. Let's bust some survival myths before they bust you.
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Times NFL Fans Went Way Too Far
Charged moments are common in NFL history. But here are some examples of tense moments among spectators - the times NFL fans went way too far.
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Why Philadelphia Eagles Coach Nick Sirianni Has A Grudge Against Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid
When Andy Reid was hired to be the Chiefs' head coach, one of his first jobs was to fire Sirianni - and Sirianni has been salty about it ever since.
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A Man Locked Himself Up For 72 Hours With Over 50 Deadly Snakes To Prove A Point
Locking yourself in a room with snakes for 72 hours might sound like your worst nightmare, but this man locked himself in with 50 snakes just to prove a point.
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The Greatest Football Players To Never Appear In A Super Bowl
Some of the best-ever NFL players never won the coveted ring. Here are those who never got to experience the glory of playing in the Super Bowl.
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These Banned Touchdown Celebrations Will Bring Out The Penalty Flag
When it comes to celebrating touchdowns, the NFL has rules that dictate what kinds of celebrations are cool, and which ones are decidedly not.
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What Is Vinyl Chloride And Why Is It So Toxic?
A train wreck in February 2023 cause serious panic due to the threat of vinyl chloride being released. But what is vinyl chloride and why is it so toxic?
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