Rock Stars With Partners More Famous Than Them
Rock stars attract famous lovers, many of whom somewhat overshadow the fame of their musician partners.
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How Martial Law Can Be Used As A Military Strategy
"Martial law" is a phrase that gets bandied about from time to time, usually in historical contexts far away, but it's very real and possible in the U.S., too.
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Ted Bundy's Allegedly Haunted Childhood Home Had A Contractor Spooked
Perhaps one of the Pacific Northwest's most notorious murderers is none other than Ted Bundy. And his allegedly-haunted childhood home had a contractor spooked.
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Why The Pope's Silence Regarding Vatican Girl's Disappearance Has Drawn Criticism
Back in 1983, a teenager Emanuela Orlandi disappeared from the streets of Rome after a music lesson and was never heard from again. The pope remains silent.
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Liz Truss' PM Tenure Set Two Dismal Records For UK Politicians
Records, they say, are made to be broken, whether it's a matter of sports achievement or even a personal best. Some records, however, are in fact shameful.
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What Are Prime Minister's Resignation Honours And How Do They Work?
When a British Prime Minister resigns, they can request a seat on the House of Lords. Here's what Prime Minister's Resignation Honours are and how they work.
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What We Know About Liz Truss' Resignation As Prime Minister Of The UK
On Thursday, October 20, 2022, Liz Truss told the assembled British news media that she was resigning from the most powerful political office in the country.
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How Do UK Conservatives Differ From Those In The US?
There are stark differences between the U.K. and the U.S. in terms of language -- what individual words mean -- and that applies to political language, too.
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The Startling View Liz Truss Once Had About The British Monarchy
The United Kingdom is one of the few to still have a monarchy. Numerous voices have called for its abolition, but what did Liz Truss think of the arrangement?
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Who Could Replace Liz Truss As Prime Minister?
Coming on the heels of the death of Queen Elizabeth II comes the resignation, after only six weeks, of British Prime Minister Liz Truss. Who might replace her?
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The Verdict In The Murder Of Kristin Smart Explained
It can take a long time for the truth to surface. Stan and Denise Smart know this better than most. Here's the verdict in the murder of Kristin Smart explained.
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Will The World Ever Run Out Of Gold?
Gold is widely valued for its rarity and its beauty, but also for industrial applications. So if gold comes from Earth, and Earth is finite, might we run out?
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The Scientific Reasons Cats Raise Their Butts When They're Scratched
If we're honest, many of the behaviors attributed to the domesticated house cat are a mystery to us humans, including what does and doesn't make them happy.
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How Germany Made A Competitive Sport Out Of 'Extreme Sitting'
"Extreme sitting" is a sport that was first created by Stephan and Michael Landschütz, who are also the co-owners of the company SALZIGdesign.
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The Entire Blink-182 Timeline Explained
Look no further, 30-something millennials who are busting out eyeliner for the first time since 2004: this is the only Blink-182 timeline you'll ever need.
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People In Medieval Times Wore Shockingly Long Shoes That Even Elves Would Laugh About
Pointy shoes were a status symbol back in the 14th and 15th centuries.
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What We Know About The Record-Setting Tunnel Joining Denmark And Germany
There's something irresistibly magnificent about a huge architectural project. Here's what we know about the record-setting tunnel joining Denmark and Germany.
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John Wayne Gacy Once Hired A Satanic Cult Leader As A Handyman
In what may or may not be an eerie, tragic coincidence, convicted serial killer John Wayne Gacy had a connection to another series of killings.
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The Stories Behind Popular Halloween Songs
Some Halloween songs feature minor keys or use tritones to spook listeners. But what inspired them? Here's the story behind several popular Halloween songs.
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No One Knows Why The Background Vocals Of Monster Mash Mention Tennis Shoes
We all know the general story of "Monster Mash." And still, to this day, no one knows why the background vocals mention tennis shoes. Here's the story.
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Inside The 1929 Christmas Eve Fire At The White House
It's the sort of thing that makes up nightmares: a festive holiday celebration turned into an emergency by fire, made worse because it was the White House.
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What Rob Gronkowski Has To Say About His Former Teammate, Aaron Hernandez
In 2017, former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez died by suicide in a prison. Here's what Rob Gronkowski has to say about his former teammate.
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Adrian Targett: The British Man Who Traced His Family Back 9,000 Years
Adrian Targett: the British man who traced his family back 9,000 years never expected his ancient ancestor would have died in the same town where Targett lived.
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It Turns Out An Extinct Species Of Giant Panda Had A Wildly Unexpected Habitat
Over the millennia, Earth has shifted and essentially redesigned itself, sometimes creating an improved habitat for life, and other times eradicating it.
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The Creepiest Murder Fridges And Freezers In History
Murderers will do anything to hide a body, and sometimes, that involves keeping things cold. These are the creepiest murder fridges and freezers in history.
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How A MythBusters Episode Helped Exonerate Three Men Serving Life Sentences
The television series "MythBusters," sought to either prove or dispel common myths by performing complex, and often entertaining, scientific experiments.
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All Players Who Came Close To Beating Roger Maris' Home Run Record Before Aaron Judge
Aaron Judge broke Roger Maris' 61-year-old home run record in October 2022. Here are all the players who came close to beating Maris' record.
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