Dr Watson: Your Guide To The Sherlock Holmes Character
The iconic and brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes relied heavily on his stalwart friend, John Watson. Here is your guide to Dr. Watson.
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The Wild Life Of Cop-Turned-Criminal Andrew Thornton, The Man Behind Kentucky's Cocaine Bear
Andrew Thornton II was a narcotics officer-turned-drug smuggler who died in 1985 amid a smuggling operation.
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Ava Gardner's 'Affair' With Fidel Castro Ended Before It Even Began
Movie star Ava Gardner once almost had a romance with Cuban leader Fidel Castro, before it was derailed by his jealous interpreter.
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The 6-Year-Old Who Shattered Limbo Records After Roller Skating Underneath 39 Cars
A 6-year-old Indian boy shattered a limbo record bar roller skating underneath 39 cars. Here's what happened, and how the sport took shape.
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Why Families Of Jeffrey Dahmer's Victims Brought Lawsuits Against His Father Lionel
Though not having any prior knowledge of Jeffrey Dahmer's crimes, his father Lionel has been sued by family members of the victims.
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Why Vladimir Putin's Name Was Covered On A 9/11 Memorial Statue
Vladimir Putin, who donated a monument to the US after 9/11, just got his name removed from it in light of the recent Ukraine invasion.
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The Fate Of The Face-Eating Florida Killer Was Finally Decided
Austin Harrouff was charged with two counts of first-degree murder after he attacked John Stevens and his wife, Michelle Mishcon Stevens, in their garage.
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The Forgotten World War I Terrorist Attack That Backfired For The Germans
In 1916, while the United States was still officially neutral during World War I, a deadly terrorist attack happened on American soil. So what exactly happened?
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Why NFL Legend Deion Sanders Was Forced To Have Two Toes Amputated
Deion Sanders was a special athlete back in his prime playing years, but recently he had a health scare and had two toes amputated.
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Can Lava Be Diverted When It Flows Near Highly Populated Areas?
Erupting volcanoes pose incredible risks to the population. Can lava be diverted when it flows near highly populated areas? Let's take a look.
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An Accidental Injection Of Soup May Be At Fault For The Death Of A Brazilian Woman
When a nurse accidentally injected soup into a Brazilian patient in a hospital, the patient died. Now, it's thought the soup may be to blame for her death.
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How The Established Titles Scam Really Works
Folks who've spent any amount of time pounding that tiny "skip" button in their YouTube videos might have noticed a video sponsor that's been making the rounds.
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George Clinton's Odd Request To His Guitarist Eddie Hazel On Funkadelic's Maggot Brain
Eddie Hazel's transcendent guitar solo on "Maggot Brain" is one of his most amazing performances. Learn what George Clinton suggested he do to make it great.
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Why Roman Gladiator Fights Spawned Countless Curse Tablets
Like now, Romans sought any and all advantages for their favorite sports heroes and teams. They were also highly superstitious, which spawned curse tablets.
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A Frog Species Once Thought To Be Extinct Is Making A Comeback
A species of frog that was once thought to be extinct is now making a comeback. Though the species has survived, it remains endangered.
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Behind The Lauryn Hill Song That Expressed Her Anger Toward Wyclef Jean
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean dazzled the music world as part of the Fugees. Learn more about how Hill channeled her anger towards Jean, and how he responded.
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The Bizarre Seahawks Penalty That Wasn't, Explained
On November 27, 2022, the Seattle Seahawks hosted the Las Vegas Raiders at home and eventually lost. Notably, the game included a bizarre penalty that wasn't.
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A Medieval Wedding Ring Thought To Be 'Scrap Metal' May Actually Be Worth Tens Of Thousands
A medieval wedding ring, originally believed to be 'scrap metal,' turned out to be valuable, potentially worth hundreds of thousands.
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Pattie Boyd And George Harrison's Final Meeting Contained A Sentimental Conversation
George Harrison of the Beatles was not only a gifted guitarist — he was also a kindhearted human, as evidenced in his final conversation with Pattie Boyd.
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What Are The Dangers That Trigger An Ashfall Advisory After A Volcanic Eruption?
Hawai'i's Mauna Loa, the world's largest active volcano, erupted for the first time in almost 40 years on November 28, 2022, leading to an ashfall warning.
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Serial Killer Fred West Left A Creepy Inscription On His Cell Wall Before His Death
Fred and Rosemary West have gone down in history as one of the deadliest couples of the 20th century. Here is the eerie message Fred West left when he died.
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The 2015 Death Of Dolphin Trainer Jose Luis Barbero Explained
In 2015, the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta made the decision to hire dolphin trainer Jose Luis Barbero. Unfortunately, tragedy followed soon after.
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How Snapping A Sunset Photo Led To The Tragic Death Of A California Man
In a sad incident, a young man in Tustin, California tragically died in his attempt to capture one of the most wonderful of subjects: a sunset.
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The Story Of The British WWII Soldier Who Fought With A Claymore Sword And A Long Bow
During World War II, one British soldier charged into battle with a claymore sword and a long bow and lived to tell the story. Here's his tale.
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Who Was The Fifth Person On The Cover Of The Beatles' Iconic Abbey Road Album Cover?
The Beatles' "Abbey Road" album features the band crossing the street via a crosswalk. Here's who the fifth person was in the background of the picture.
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Why Scientists Have Reason To Believe Saturn's Core Is Oddly 'Fuzzy'
Perhaps the most interesting bit of information to come out of studying Saturn's rings is that the planet likely doesn't have a clearly defined core.
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An Enforcer Of The Colombo Crime Family Became A Memorable Character In The Godfather
Lenny Montana, who played Luca Brasi in Francis Ford Coppola's 1972 classic "The Godfather," had a persona that was as colorful as his notable character.
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