The Lost Verse Of Carly Simon's You're So Vain Says A Lot About The Song's Possible Real Subject
The lost verse of Carly Simon's "You're So Vain" says a lot about the song's possible real subject, and it's probably no one you would expect.
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The Gruesome Nazi Murder Of All Quiet On The Western Front Author's Sister
War is an ugly, costly affair, not only in terms of economics, but the cost inflicted on families -- either directly, through military service, or reprisals.
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Inside Ava Gardner's Decades-Long Commitment To The Civil Rights Movement
Ava Gardner was known as one of Hollywood's most famous actresses, but she was also known for her decades-long commitment to the Civil Rights Movement.
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How WWII Forced Philadelphia And Pittsburgh To Form The Steagles For The 1943 Football Season
For a time in 1943, however, the realities of World War II forced the Eagles and the Steelers to combine and play a season as one team.
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Why Teddy Roosevelt's Legacy As The 'Conservation President' Is Well-Earned
President Theodore Roosevelt was a dedicated outdoorsman and athlete, in addition to his accomplishments as a historian, scholar, and public servant.
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Humans Aren't The Only Mammals To Use A Skin Care Routine
Many people have skin care regimens as part of their daily routines, but humans aren't the only mammals to have a skin care routine.
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Who Is John McVay's Grandson, The Youngest NFL Head Coach Of The Modern Era?
John McVay died on Nov. 1, 2022, leaving a lasting impact on the National Football League. Who is McVay's grandson, the youngest modern NFL head coach?
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The Death Of The Manson Family Attorney, Ronald Hughes, Has Sparked Theories For 50 Years
The Tate-LaBianca murders shook the world and shined the spotlight on Charles Manson and the killers, who he ordered to carry out lethal attacks.
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Dolly Parton Has A Hit Single Planned For 2045
Dolly Parton is a powerhouse in country music, and she has no intentions of slowing down. She even has a hit single planned for 2045.
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The Ancient 2,700-Year-Old Carvings In Iraq That Have Survived ISIS Attacks
These 2,700-year-old carvings in Iraq survived ISIS bombings and still remain today. Here's the story behind the ancient carvings.
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Why Having Blue Eyes With Red Hair Is So Rare
With both red hair and blue eye traits being rare worldwide, you might think it would be the rarest combination. But the genetics of eye color is complicated.
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How DH Peligro Broke Down Barriers In The Punk Scene
D.H. Peligro, a Black drummer in early American punk rock, broke down barriers in the punk scene, a genre largely dominated by white men.
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Why The Crazy Horse Monument Hasn't Been Finished
A monument to Crazy Horse, the famed Native American who defeated General Custer. Here's why the giant monument to Crazy Horse hasn't been finished.
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The First Electronic Umpire In Baseball Was Used A Lot Earlier Than You Think
Baseball holds a special place in the hearts of Americans. With the evolution of technology, the first electric umpires are older than you may think they are.
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How Day Of The Dead Is Really A Celebration Of Life
Primarily celebrated in Mexico and parts of Central and South America, the Day of the Dead has also become increasingly popular in other countries.
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Why Carly Simon Was Named The Unofficial Dodgers Mascot By Baseball Legend Jackie Robinson
Carly Simon is best known today as an influential rock music performer and composer, but her childhood also had roots in the world of professional baseball.
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A Christmas Story's Leg Lamp And The Soda Company That Inspired It
Christmas movies have a way of cementing moments in popular culture, and few have had the impact of the leg lamp featured in 1983's "A Christmas Story."
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How Magic Johnson Felt About Karl Malone Not Wanting Him In The NBA After The HIV Diagnosis
In a podcast interview with Shannon Sharpe, Magic Johnson shared how he felt at the time when Karl Malone voiced his hesitation over Magic returning to the NBA.
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How Common Is It For Murderers To Know Their Victims?
Per the FBI, homicides in the U.S. increased by 4.3% in 2021. It's a sobering question, but of those homicides, how many of the victims knew their murderer?
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Inside The Disturbing Blog Posts Of Paul Pelosi's Alleged Attacker
The blog posts of David DePape, the man charged for allegedly attacking Paul Pelosi, have come under scrutiny as the investigation into the break-in continues.
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This Is How The Unabomber Got His Bomb On A Plane In The First Place
In 1979, a homemade bomb detonated mid-flight in the cargo compartment of American Airlines Flight 444.
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What Is A Cabinet Of Curiosities?
Long before there were the institutional entities we now know as museums, there were private collections of, well, interesting stuff -- cabinets of curiosities.
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Paul Pelosi's Alleged Attacker Had Brief Fame In Berkeley For Supporting An Unusual Cause
In the aftermath of the attack on Paul Pelosi, more and more information is being uncovered regarding the background of his alleged assailant.
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What Is An Ofrenda, A Key Component Of Day Of The Dead Celebrations?
Today, people celebrate el Día de los Muertos by going to cemeteries to leave food and offerings on their loved ones' graves and leave ofrenda on an altar.
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How Useful Are Anonymous Tip Lines In Criminal Cases?
Anonymous tips are a common element of criminal cases, and often play a role in the process. But are anonymous tip lines in criminal cases actually useful?
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Cars Have Crashed Into This Man's House 23 Times In 50 Years
A car crashing into a house sounds like a pretty rare occurrence, but this Northern California man has dealt with 23 cars crashing into his house.
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The 300-Year History Of Japan's High-Speed Float Festival
Japan hosts a high-speed float festival every year in the city of Osaka. This is the 300-year history of the event and why it's held.
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