Convulsing Cats In Japan Once Led To The Discovery Of A Fatal Toxic Outbreak
Cat behavior is always intriguing, and often hilarious. What happened to one group of cats in Japan was no laughing matter, though. Here's the story.
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India's Bandit Queen: The Tragic Life And Assassination Of Phoolan Devi
Phoolan Devi was the bandit queen of India. She had humble, difficult beginnings, and she later rose to fame as an outlaw, dacoit, and a politician.
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Cheryl Browne: The First Black Contestant In The Miss America Pageant
Cheryl Browne was the first Black contestant in the Miss America pageant after the organization changed a rule that said only white women could compete.
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What Shelley Duvall's Life Has Been Like Since Her Harrowing Experience Working On The Shining
Shelley Duvall is most recognized for her role as Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick's 1980 movie "The Shining." Here's what here life has been like since.
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A Complete Guide To All Of The Grateful Dead's Lineup Changes
Throughout their 30-year history, the Grateful Dead constantly underwent lineup changes that would force them to keep refining their now-legendary sound.
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The Scientific Reason Humans Laugh
Laughter is an integral part of human interaction and helps people form bonds. This is the scientific reason why humans laugh.
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Why Orca Moms Tend To Show Favoritism Towards Their Sons
Researchers have found that one type of orca mom tends to show favoritism toward their sons into adulthood. Here's why they think that happens.
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Why A Travelling Salesman In His 60s Faked His Death After Nearly 4 Decades Of A Happy Family Life
Canadian traveling salesman Alex Cooper had a happy life with his wife and children. But out of nowhere, he disappeared. Here is what happened to Alex Cooper.
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The Fiercest Feuds In Heavy Metal
As much as music can bring people together, it can also split people apart - particularly musicians who deal with industry negotiations and competing bands.
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The History Of Cockatoo Island, Australia's Alcatraz
In a bay where two rivers meet sits an island deemed worthy of cultural significance for both Indigenous Australians and British colonizers.
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The 1841 Murder Case That Made Abraham Lincoln A True Crime Writer
Before Abraham Lincoln assumed the presidency, he had a blossoming career as a lawyer. One case in particular also led him to become a true crime author.
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A Complete Timeline Of The Whirlwind Changes To Motley Crue's Lineup
Motley Crue defined the excess and decadence of the heavy metal era, and the band's whirlwind of lineup changes reflects that. Here's the complete timeline.
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The 1940s French Wrestler Who May Have Been The Real-Life Inspiration For Shrek
Few fictional characters have their own stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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Joe DiMaggio's Father Was A Target Of Xenophobia During WWII Despite His Son's Fame
Despite being an American and a legend in baseball, Joe DiMaggio's fame was not enough to stop his family from being discriminated against during WWII.
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The Time Philadelphia Eagles' Jerome Brown Invaded A KKK Rally In His Hometown
All-Pro Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jerome Brown played in the NFL for five seasons before he tragically died in a car accident in 1992.
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The 2,000 Year Old Human Skeleton Found By Accident On A Construction Site
During construction, random artifacts may be found like coins or pottery. But during a bit of construction, something else was found: a human skeleton.
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Malaysia Flight 370: The Biggest Theories About What Happened
What happened to Malaysia Airlines flight MH370? We may still not know, but there have been some compelling theories over the years.
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Fred Saigh's Journey From Beloved St. Louis Hero To Federal Criminal To Hero
Fred Saigh was a prominent businessman and tax lawyer in St. Louis. He had a variety of business ventures in the city and built up a nice portfolio of property.
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The Caribbean Man Who Survived Three Weeks At Sea On Household Condiments
For many, being stranded at sea could be an absolute death sentence. But one man from the Caribbean managed to survive weeks at sea on household condiments.
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Sci-Fi Star Tom Sizemore Dead At 61
"Saving Private Ryan" star Tom Sizemore has died after suffering a brain aneurysm. Here's what we know about the sci-fi star's storied career.
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The Murdaugh Murders Timeline Explained
Maggie and Paul Murdaugh were shot and killed execution-style on the large estate owned by the family. Here's the timeline of the murders explained.
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Robert Wone: His Mysterious And Horrific Unsolved Murder Explained
Robert Wone had so much going for him in life. But it would all come to a tragic end one horrific night in 2006 when he decided to spend the night with friends.
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Miles Davis Rarely Changed Wayne Shorter's Jazz Compositions (And That's A Big Deal)
Miles Davis' reported reaction to Wayne Shorter's musical contributions speaks volumes to Shorter's work, as well as the creative relationship the two had.
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The Truth About Wild Bill Hickok's Death
Wild Bill Hickok found his expert marksmanship superpower early, and went on to have all sorts of adventures. Here's the truth about his death.
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The Crazy Real Life Story Of The 1936 Olympics
You have to ask yourself: "Who in their right mind gave the 1936 Summer Olympics to the Nazis?" The good news is, nobody did that.
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'Reaper Of Death', Cousin Of T. Rex Discovered
There's a bad new dinosaur in the fossil record, and paleontologists believe it may be a direct ancestor of the dreaded Tyrannosaurus rex.
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The Truth About James Dean's Death
James Dean is one of those actors who had an incredibly short career, yet still holds a firm place in the zeitgeist of American show business.
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