Thor Heyerdahl's Ocean Treks Were Even More Impressive Than You Thought
People might think that scientific research largely takes place in a lab, but not long ago theories were tested in real time by theorists like Thor Heyerdahl.
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This Once-Believed Extinct Plant Was Found In A Hawaiian Crater
A plant once believed to be extinct was found in a Hawaiian crater in 2021. This is the story of the Delissea plant's resurgence in Hawaii.
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Why People Think This Juan Luna Painting Is Cursed
People think Juan Luna's painting "Portrait of a Lady" is cursed after various owners have had unfortunate things happen. Here's why it may be cursed.
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Was There A Real Montgomery Ward?
You can add Montgomery Ward to the list of mall anchor stores: For decades, the Chicago-based company was right up there with its competitors.
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The Italian Prime Minister Who Was Tried For Murder
Italian national politics can often feel like a very fluid, very movable target, and rarely more so than during the years of Giulio Andreotti.
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Who Is Rishi Sunak? Your Guide To The British Politician
After British Prime Minister Liz Truss resigned 45 days into her tenure, Rishi Sunak took her place without an election or vote among members of Parliament.
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How Did The Beatles Get Their Name?
The Beatles are one of the most popular bands in music history, but how did they get their name? There's some disagreement about its origins.
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Tom Brady's Comments About Aaron Hernandez To Tim Tebow Ring Eerie In Hindsight
Tom Brady's comments about Aaron Hernandez to Tim Tebow ring eerie in hindsight, after Hernandez's downward spiral into tragedy.
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Jeremy Irons' Relationship With His Wife Began With A Slap To The Face
Actor Jeremy Irons' marriage has been plagued by rumors of infidelity for years. When the couple first met, it was with a slap to the face.
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Why The City Of Philadelphia Is Greasing Poles Ahead Of The World Series
Certain municipal workers are preparing Philadelphia for the World Series in a way that may seem a bit unusual: applying grease to the city's light poles.
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The Gruesome Story Of The 1973 Gitchie Manitou Massacre
The gruesome story of the 1973 Gitchie Manitou massacre in which four teens were killed and another raped is one that has haunted the area ever since.
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There Was Suspicion Of Scandal A Year Before The Black Sox
Sports and athletic competition have been a part of societies since ancient times. And one sport that has seen its fair share of scandal is baseball.
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The Life-Saving Organ Donation Serial Killer Charles Cullen Gave From Prison
The request left many scratching their heads: A man who admitted to murdering dozens of people asked permission to save a life by donating an organ.
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Disturbing Details About Serial Killer Charles Cullen's Family Life
A look back at Cullen's childhood and family life reveals that troubling signs about what he could be capable of were there from the beginning.
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What Happens To Brittney Griner Now That Her Prison Sentence Was Upheld?
Ever since star WNBA athlete Brittney Griner was arrested in Russia, the U.S. and the world have watched, hoping for a legal solution that means her freedom.
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The Tragic Story Of Black Sam Bellamy And The Witch Of Wellfleet
Despite the infinite stories, not all pirates were cruel and barbarous. This is the tragic story of Black Sam Bellamy and The Witch of Wellfleet.
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The Stone Age Timeline Explained
It's no easy task to figure out the specifics of an era before written records, but there's information out there. This is the Stone Age timeline explained.
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How The 1983 Philadelphia Phillies Got Their Nickname The 'Wheeze Kids'
The Philadelphia Phillies have won the NL pennant eight times, including in 1983, by a team known as the "Wheeze Kids," whom many would consider underrated.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Bloody Christmas
The first convictions for the use of excessive force in LAPD history occurred in 1952. This is the tragic real-life story of Bloody Christmas.
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The Bronze Age Timeline Explained
The Bronze Age saw the coming of age of civilization and a wealth of innovation that lasted thousands of years. Here's the timeline of the Bronze Age explained.
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The True Story Of The Congressman Who Was A Russian Spy
Soviet spies have come from places aside from just the CIA and the FBI. This is the true story of the Congressman who was a Russian spy.
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The Last Meals Of Famous Rock Stars
For rock stars that have died, many might wonder how they spent their last day(s) and what they might have eaten or drunk last. Here are 12 of their stories.
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Here's Why The Houston Astros Had To Change Their Name In 1965
The Houston Astros were once called the Houston Colt .45s.
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How The Irish Potato Famine Led To An Alliance Between Ireland And The Choctaw Tribe Of The US
It's often said that the poor are deeply generous to those in greater need. That was demonstrated by Native Americans during the Irish potato famine.
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Meet Ellen Sadler, The Girl Who Allegedly Went To Sleep And Didn't Wake Up Until Years Later
In 1871, an 11-year-old girl in England named Ellen Sadler fell asleep, and she allegedly didn't wake up for nine years. Here's the stange story.
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Why The Fryer Brothers Arrest Was A Lucky Coincidence
On November 17, 1973, a group of five teenagers headed to the Gitchie Manitou State Preserve in Iowa for a night of fun. Then things took a turn for the worse.
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Barbara Walters' Complicated Relationship With Katharine Hepburn Explained
Journalists are usually advised to stay a bit removed from their subjects, especially individuals, but sometimes the line gets a bit blurred.
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