The Sad Truth About What Happened To Walt Disney's First Studio
Walt Disney made a deal with the manager of a local theater chain, Milton Feld, to create a series of animated features for his chain, Newman Theaters.
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What Really Happened After Joan Of Arc Died?
Joan of Arc -- saint, martyr, icon -- helped restore France's king to his throne. What happened in the aftermath of her captivity, trial, and execution?
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How Many Navy SEALS Have Died While Training?
When a member of the military dies during training, it raises a lot of questions. Here's how many Navy SEALS have died while training.
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How Did Nina Simone Get Her Name?
Known as the "High Priestess of Soul" Nina Simone' was a child piano prodigy who became an icon, but how did she get her name?
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James Dean Filmed An Ironic PSA Just Weeks Before His Fatal Crash
Ironically, just a few weeks before he died, James Dean recorded a Public Service Announcement about the dangers of careless driving.
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Seemingly Innocent Things With Creepy Origins
Innocent things, like Candy Land, the invention of mini golf, and the treadmill were actually inspired by disease, moral codes, and prison work.
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The Story Of Tilly Devine's Australian Criminal Empire
The history of organized crime and gang wars isn't limited to the United States. Australia has also had its share of criminal activity and ensuing violence.
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Why Whitney Houston's Funeral Reignited Dionne Warwick And Aretha Franklin's Feud
Whitney Houston's funeral reignited Dionne Warwick and Aretha Franklin's feud that had been ongoing since the 1960s. Here's why.
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The Tragic 1999 Murder Of Funk Legend Roger Troutman Explained
The tragic 1999 killing of funk legend Roger Troutman shocked his family and fans. Here is the murder-suicide, explained.
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How Russian Cult Leader Vissarion, The 'Jesus Of Siberia,' Came To Power
For 30 years a man who called himself Vissarion claimed to be Christ reborn. Here's how the Russian cult leader, aka "Jesus of Siberia," came to power.
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Why There Aren't Very Many Mosquitoes At Disney World
Considering the theme park's location on the outskirts of a vast Floridian swamp, the Magic Kingdom's bug-free bona fides seems practically, well, magic.
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Why Ancient Egyptians Shaved All Their Hair
Ancient Egyptians had a lot of interesting rituals, including around their hair, or lack thereof. Here's why some of them shaved all their hair.
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The Truth About Robert Mugabe's Corpse
He was Zimbabwe's longest running leader before resigning in 2017, but nearly two years after surrendering office, Robert Mugabe died at the age of 95.
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Disturbing Details Found In Karen Carpenter's Autopsy Report
Karen Carpenter famously died as a result of anorexia. Here are some of the disturbing details found in her autopsy report.
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Little Known Secrets That Rock Star Obituaries Revealed
Rock fans love their musicians. As with any art, if it evokes emotion, we gravitate toward not only the art but also the person or people who create it.
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How Much Does The Russian President Make In A Year?
Vladimir Putin is the well-known president of Russia, yet he maintains an air of mystery around him, including exactly how much he makes in a year?
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The Messed Up Truth About Spain's Stolen Babies
For five decades women in Spain gave birth only to have their babies taken without their consent. Here is the messed up truth about Spain's stolen babies.
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Who Really Inspired Tom Waits' Jersey Girl
Tom Wait's doesn't write your typical love song, but he does write from the heart. Here is who really inspired Tom Wait's song "Jersey Girl."
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Where Is Convicted Kidnapper Gloria Williams Now?
Instead of going home with her then 15-year-old mother Shanara Mobley, the infant was taken by a woman dressed like a nurse.
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The 1969 Car Crash That Nearly Ended Jeff Beck's Music Career
Jeff Beck had a car accident that nearly ended his career. Among other injuries, he suffered a skull fracture that was so serious he put a pause on music.
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This Is How Many Victims John Christie May Have Had
English serial killer John Christie hid his victims bodies in his London flat. This is how many victims John Christie may have had.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Gram Parsons
Gram Parsons was a guitarist and singer who, as a member of the Byrds and Flying Burrito Brothers, along with his solo releases, helped invent "country rock".
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Frank Geyer, The Lawman Who Put An End To The Devil In The White City's Reign Of Terror
The crimes of H.H. Holmes made him one of the most prolific serial murderers in history. Here's the lawman who put an end to his reign of terror.
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How Cavefish Could Give Clues Into The Next Steps Of Human Evolution
How Mexican cavefish who live in darkness and have no predators nor currents to swim against could give clues into the next steps of human evolution.
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The Seattle Mariners Have An Arsonist To Thank For Their Team's Existence
The Seattle Mariners evolved a lot in the 20th century. They even have an arsonist to thank for their team's existence
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The 2001 Spring Training Game That Turned Diamondbacks Pitcher Randy Johnson Into A Killer
In the name of the game, all sorts of things can go wrong in professional sports. Here is the time in 2001 when pitcher Randy Johnson turned into a killer.
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The True Story Behind The First Black Woman To Serve In The US Army
In 1866, Cathay Williams enlisted in the United States Army -- as a man. Read on for the fascinating story of the first Black woman to serve in the U.S. Army.
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