The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Chester Bennington
Chester Bennington was the frontman of band Linkin Park, who enjoyed success as one of the popular bands in the nu-metal scene.
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The Tragic 1941 Death Of 'Jelly Roll' Morton, One Of Jazz Music's Greatest Innovators
"Jelly Roll" Morton may or may not have "invented" jazz, as he claimed, but he was undeniably one of the great jazz innovators in American music history.
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Here's Why Lyndon B Johnson Lifted His Beagles By The Ears
President Lyndon Johnson used to lift his beagles by the ears, sparking outrage amongst animal rights activists. Here's why he did it, and whether it's right.
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What Is The Science Behind Reverse Psychology?
Reverse psychology is a common tactic for getting someone to do what you want. Here's the science behind reverse psychology, and why it can be risky.
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Bryce Harper Was This Close To Being On The Houston Astros
As legions of baseball fans awaited the results of the World Series, some were surprised to learn that Bryce Harper was almost traded to the Astros.
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Why Singing Frank Sinatra's My Way Was A Death Sentence For Some In The Philippines
Here's why Frank Sinatra's 1969 classic "My Way" has been linked to at least a dozen karaoke-related killings in the Philippines since the late 1990s.
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Why The God Of War Is Reviled In Greek Mythology But Beloved In Rome
Scholars agree that ancient Rome borrowed elements of culture, philosophy, and religion from ancient Greece. Why did they regard their gods of war differently?
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An Inside Look At Carly Simon's Life And Career
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Carly Simon has enjoyed success as both a musician and author. She's also led a memorable private life.
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Why Conservation And Wildlife Was So Important To Teddy Roosevelt
Teddy Roosevelt was known as the "conservation president" due to his dedication to preserving natural landscapes. Here's why it was so important to him.
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The Death Of Jerry Lee Lewis Explained
The world was stunned and saddened on Friday, October 28, 2022, to hear that rock n' roll pioneer and piano-smashing legend Jerry Lee Lewis died.
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Why Earth Took So Long To Recover After Mass Extinction
Over 250 million years ago, our planet faced one of its greatest mass extinction, known to history as the "Great Dying." Why did it take so long to recover?
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How Many Companies Does Elon Musk Own?
Elon Musk is gifted, if controversial, entrepreneur, who recently added Twitter to his holdings. Which others are in Musk's corporate wallet?
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What Are Lagoons And How Are They Formed?
Lagoons are a common geographical feature, but the details of how they're formed are a mystery to many. Here's what a lagoon is, and how it's formed.
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The Woman Who Coined The Phrase 'The Heir And The Spare'
Despite its frequent use in discussions of the European aristocracy, according to some accounts, the phrase was actually coined by an American.
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What Led Shaquille O'Neal To Develop A Relationship With His Biological Father
Family is complicated, and few people know this better than basketball superstar Shaquille O'Neal through his relationship with his biological father.
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Disturbing Details About Robert Bowers, The Suspect In The Tree Of Life Shooting
Robert Bowers, the man who allegedly entered the Tree of Life Congregation and killed 11 Jewish congregants in cold blood, is finally standing trial.
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The Maverick US Congressman Who Represented Himself And Beat A RICO Charge In Federal Court
James A. Traficant Jr. was a U.S. congressman with a colorful vocabulary, a fake pompadour, and a propensity for defending himself in federal court.
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Who Was Elizabeth Cotten, The Self-Taught Blues And Folk Musician?
Elizabeth Cotten was a songwriter and a self-taught instrumentalist. She is among the 2022 inductees to the Rock Hall of Fame -- an honor long overdue.
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The Nickname 'Phillies' Applies To More Than Just The Baseball Team
Active since 1883, the Phillies, in fact, are sometimes referred to as the "oldest, continuous, one-name, one-city franchise." Here's what their nickname means.
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Here's Why The World Series Only Takes Place At Night
There was a time when baseball championships were decided in broad daylight, but as any fan knows, today's World Series games are nighttime affairs.
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The Massacre That Happened At Frank Lloyd Wright's Home In 1914
Frank Lloyd Wright's home in Wisconsin was the scene of a brutal crime that left seven people dead.
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Why People Are Talking About A Serial Killer In Iowa
One Fremont County, Iowa woman has come forward with a claim that could unveil one of the most atrocious and cruel sagas of mass murder in American history.
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America's Largest National Park Has Millions Of Acres
Many people would agree that America's national park system is one of the positive uses of the continent's abundant natural resources -- visitors or not.
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The World's Biggest Sports Gambler Could Win $75 Million On The 2022 World Series
In recent months, Jim McIngvale has placed various bets in favor of the Houston Astros at the World Series. If they win, he will receive a whopping $75 million.
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Inside The Mysterious 1962 Disappearance Of 3-Year-Old William Ebenezer Jones Jr
On the morning of December 17, 1962, William Jones Jr. and his sister, Jill, excitedly put on their snowsuits and went to play outside their Vineland home.
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Whatever Happened To That Hideous Bust Of Lionel Richie From The Hello Music Video?
If you've ever wondered whatever happened to that hideous bust of Lionel Richie from the Hello music video, wonder no more.
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The History Behind The Royal Family Autograph Ban
With centuries of tradition, protocol, and extremely complex etiquette, daily life as a royal can be quite complicated regarding what is and isn't allowed.
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