The True Story Behind The Experiment Of Three Christs Of Ypsilanti
So imagine you're a doctor — a psychologist, in fact. One of your patients comes up to you one day and says, "Hey doc, guess what? I'm Jesus Christ."
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The Tragic Assassination Of Empress Elisabeth Of Austria
Enter Empress Elisabeth of Austria, who ruled from 1854 to 1898 as wife of Austro-Hungarian Emperor Franz Joseph I. Here's how she met her end.
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This Is Where Mary Shelley Is Buried
Mary Shelley is the author of Frankenstein, one of the most popular gothic books of all time. Here's where she's buried, and the circumstances of her death.
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Who Was The Real LL Bean?
There was no Bob Marvel starting the comics company, but there was a Walt behind Disney all those years ago, and a real L.L. Bean behind (and in) those boots.
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The Tragic 2013 Murder Of Teacher Colleen Ritzer
In 2013, Colleen Ritzer was working as an algebra teacher at Danvers High School in Massachusetts. Unfortunately, she was tragically murdered on the job.
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Why It's A Sign Of Good Luck To Find A Spider On Halloween
There are those who are unrepentant about their dislike, disdain, even horror in regard to spiders, but in some traditions, they bring more good than harm.
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What Was Little Richard's Net Worth When He Died?
Little Richard once described himself as the "architect" of rock 'n' roll, and there were many who agreed with him. Here's his net worth when he died.
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The Strict California City Law That Required A Permit To Wear A Mask On Halloween
Part of the fun of Halloween, for kids of any age (including some adults), is becoming someone (or something) else, with costume and mask. What's the harm?
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Why This New Species Of Jellyfish Could Be Unlike Any Others We've Seen
Just when you might think that all of the animals to be discovered have been, someone comes up with something that might well be unseen before now.
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The Shady History Of The Cursed Lake Shawnee Amusement Park
Some believe the abandoned Shawnee amusement on a Native American burial ground is haunted. Because of its shady history, many say it's cursed.
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Dark Secrets Of Dog Shows Revealed
Behind the parade of perfect paws, there are shady things going on behind the scenes of dog shows. These are the dark secrets of dog shows revealed.
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Mistakes In Songs That Make Them Better
Though they might seem perfect, musicians make mistakes — some of which end up on your favorite tracks. Here are some mistakes in songs that make them better.
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The Story Behind Legendary Gunfighter Doc Holliday's Alleged Last Words
Thanks to depictions like "Tombstone," Doc Holliday's alleged final words "This is funny" are well-known, but perhaps less known is the story behind it.
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These Politicians Had The Same Slip Of The Tongue When Talking About US States
Politicians are expected to know about the district they wish to govern, but as it turns out, gaffes happen, and sometimes the pols even acknowledge them.
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The Only People Outside The British Royal Family Given State Funerals
Over the course of British history, a handful of public figures not of royal descent have also been given the honor of a state funeral. Here is the full list.
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Barney Wasn't The Only Iconic Character Voiced By Bob West
Voice actor Bob West is best known for his work as Barney the Dinosaur, but he gave voice to other characters, too, including two many '90s kids may know well.
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How Much Can Professional Chess Players Make?
Professional chess players can make millions of dollars annually.
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World War II Allied Home Front Timeline Explained
Life on the homefront during World War II was hard, so let's take a look at what was going on in the U.S. and Britain while millions died in battle.
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What Did Elvis Actually Do During His Stint In The Military?
Elvis Presley received his letter to enlist in the military on December 20, 1957. So what did he actually do during his time there? Let's take a look.
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The History Of Ritual Canoe Burials
Even with variations in cultural norms, every society has some things in common -- among them, disposition of the dead. There are surprising similarities.
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The Artist Who Deeply Regretted Denying Weird Al Permission To Use His Song
Weird Al Yankovic rose to fame doing parodies of songs in the 1970s. Here's the artist who deeply regretted denying him permission to use his song.
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The Truth About Jimmy Page's Guitar Solo In Stairway To Heaven
Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin is one of the most electrifying guitarists ever heard. Here's the truth about his guitar solo in Stairway to Heaven.
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JFK's Diary Entry About Adolf Hitler That Would Turn Heads Today
It's interesting to think JFK had a diary and in it, he wrote about Adolf Hitler. The entry would likely turn heads today.
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Ray Charles' Diet Pepsi Commercial Led To An Unexpected Lawsuit
Advertising is usually designed to be memorable -- creating a positive feeling about a product. Good ads gather attention -- sometimes negative attention.
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The Gruesome Reality Of How The Medieval Rack Tortured Its Victims
The medieval rack was a gruesome torture device designed to get victims to confess. This is the cringeworthy reality of how the rack worked.
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Jeffrey Dahmer's Favorite Movies Inspired A Terrifying Part Of His Look
In 1992, Jeffrey Dahmer was given 16 life sentences for a string of brutal murders of young men and boys. Here are the movies that inspired his appearance.
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How Uruguay Defeated Brazil In An Ocean Battle Using Cheese-Loaded Cannons
Necessity is the mother of invention, and rarely is inventiveness more important than at the height of armed conflict with a shortage of supplies.
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