The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Pelé
On December 28, 2022, the world said a heart-stricken goodbye to humanitarian, ambassador to his sport, and the greatest soccer player of all time, Pelé.
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Who Was Adolph Ochs, The Man Behind The New Year's Eve Ball?
Every New Year's Eve, an estimated one million people brave cold temperatures to witness the iconic ball drop in Times Square. But how did the ball get there?
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Why A Fatal Bus Crash Forever Changed MLB Legend Johnny Bench's Life
Johnny Bench admits that he may have been driven to be a person who prefers solitude thanks to a horrible incident that took place in his youth.
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What Winter On Mars Looks Like
Weather on Earth is certainly incredibly volatile. Winter on Mars, it seems, is rather similar in its way: potentially very dangerous indeed.
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Saturday Night Live Has Johnny Carson To Thank For Its Existence
Saturday Night Live is an iconic staple of the NBC network, but it only went on the air because of Johnny Carson. Here's how Carson made SNL possible.
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The Scandalous 1979 Death Of Ford Administration Vice President Nelson Rockefeller
Nelson Rockefeller died of a heart attack in 1979.
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Brazilian Politicians Who Literally Duked It Out Over A Project Dispute
A Brazilian mayor and an ex-councilor settled their issues in a fight.
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Famous Historical Figures Whose Body Parts Went Missing After Death
In some other cases, body parts have been severed and disappeared for no apparent reason - even the genitalia of one famous French emperor and general.
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Mike Piazza's Hall Of Fame Baseball Career Would Not Have Occurred If Not For Nepotism
The "nepo baby" phenomenon extends beyond the entertainment industry into the world of sports. One such example is baseball player Mike Piazza.
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The Confusing History Of Popes Named Benedict
All the way back in 575, a man whose birth name is unclear assumed the job of pope and began his papal reign as Benedict. Here's the history of the name.
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How The Seminary Protected Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Growing Up In Nazi Germany
When Pope Benedict XVI took over the papacy, nefarious details emerged from his past regarding his childhood under the Third Reich. So what were his ties?
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Here's What Some Of Bob Marley's Grandchildren Have Been Up To
Bob Marley remains an icon for his enormous influence on reggae music and his political messages. But how many grandchildren did he have? Let's take a look.
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Jo Mersa Marley Followed In His Music Legend Grandfather's Footsteps
Jo Mersa's last name is recognizable for its connection to that of another big name (possibly the biggest name) in reggae music: Bob Marley.
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Who Are The Hogs, The Group Threatening The Commanders Over Their New Mascot?
The Hogs, a group threatening the Washington Commanders over their new mascot, are closely related to the team. Here's who they are.
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The Tory Lanez And Megan Thee Stallion Case Explained
In December 2022, Canadian rapper Tory Lanez was found guilty of shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the feet in 2020. Here is the case, explained.
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Arthur Barkley: The Skyjacker Who Blamed His Crime On The IRS
Arthur Barkley hijacked a plane in 1970 and demanded a ransom of $100 million.
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Marijuana From Ancient History To Now
From early agriculture to modern medicine, marijuana has long partnered with human civilization. Here is the story of marijuana from ancient history to now.
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The Ohio Man Serving 8 Life Sentences And 121 Additional Years For Killing A Family Of 8
An Ohio man is serving eight life sentences plus 121 additional years for senselessly murdering a family of eight people. Here's what happened.
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The Conspiracy Surrounding The Death Of The Killing Fields Actor Haing Ngor
The Cambodian genocide was immortalized in "The Killing Fields," in which a real Cambodian man who had lived through the events was cast to play another victim.
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The Bizarre Death Of Pavel Antov, Russian Sausage Tycoon
Russian sausage tycoon Pavel Antov's bizarre death is the latest in a string of unusual ends for critics of Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine.
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The Tragic Kidnapping And Death Of Athena Strand
On November 20, 2022, Athena Strand was abducted from Paradise, Texas by a FedEx driver. Tragically, the incident ended in her death. Here's the story.
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The History Of The USSR's Rope Roads In Georgia
When the USSR occupied Georgia, they built so-called "rope roads" to get workers to the precariously located mines. Here is the history of the rope roads.
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Who Were The Men Involved In The 2007 Murder Of NFL Star Sean Taylor?
NFL stat Sean Taylor was tragically murdered during a home break-in in 2007. These were the men involved in the murder, and what happened that day.
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Teen Bodybuilder Tristyn Lee Doesn't Mince Words About How Fitness 'Ruined' His Life
bodybuilder Tristyn Lee is familiar with the negative side effects that come with this lifestyle. In fact, he even said it "ruined his life."
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How A Colorado Cannibal Inspired South Park Creators To Write And Produce A Musical
A Colorado cannibal inspired South Park creators to write and produce "Cannibal! The Musical" when they were still in college. Here's how.
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The Police Officer's Career That Was Intertwined With Two Of America's Most Famous Figures
The police officers who are sworn to protect us will sometimes have brushes with iconic figures in history. Here's one that was linked to two famous Americans.
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Whitney Houston's Godmother Learned About Her Death Moments After Defending Her Honor
Whitney Houston's godmother learned about her death right after defending her drug addictions. Here's how her godmother learned about her death.
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