What Was Billionaire Chris Cline's Actual Net Worth When He Died?
When coal magnate Chris Cline died in 2019, he left behind a net worth upward of a billionaire dollars and more. As for his exact worth, here's what we know.
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House Of The Dragon's Queen Who Never Was Is Based On A Real Person
As with "Game of Thrones," "House of the Dragon" is also based on real history, and in this case, Princess Rhaenyra faces a very similar challenge and war.
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Classic Rock Lyrics No One Can Explain
Many classic rock artists wrote zany lyrics, which sometimes become so obscure and over-the-top that even the most diehard fans can't decipher their meaning.
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Surprising Titles Held By Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth II retains various forms of address through honor or custom. Here are the most surprising titles held by Queen Elizabeth II.
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The Marriage That Connects The Three Stooges To Comic Book History
The various members of The Three Stooges created a truly lasting comedy legacy through films and, later, TV. Add to that a family connection to comic books.
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The Untold Truth Of Ice Cube
Ice Cube may be a pioneer of gangsta rap, but there's a whole lot more to know about this legendary rap artist.
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The Loving Final Words Of The Einstein Of Parrots, Alex The Parrot
African Grey parrots are known to be among the smartest parrot species, and Alex was perhaps the most intelligent of them all. These were his final words.
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The Tragic 1983 Death Of British Acting Icon David Niven
David Niven lit up the screen in a wide range of film roles, from light comedies to serious drama. His death at age 73 was a tragedy of its own.
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Tragic Details In The Unsolved 2012 Mass Murder Of The Al-Hilli Family
A family was killed in front of the children, and no one has ever been charged. The details are tragic in the unsolved 2012 mass murder of the al-Hilli family.
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Songs That Were Based On Real-Life Crimes
Murder ballads have been around for centuries, and the tradition continues to this day. Here are 14 songs inspired by chilling, real-life crimes.
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Gregory Peck's Relationship With President Lyndon Johnson Almost Landed Him A Distinguished Job
Gregory Peck is known for starring in "To Kill a Mockingbird," but his relationship with president Lyndon Johnson almost landed him an even more important job.
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Researchers Made A 1,500 Year-Old Discovery Thanks To One Disgusting Finding
Fish gotta swim, birds gotta fly, and human beings gotta use the bathroom. Scholars are still learning about Roman toilet practices, one artifact at a time.
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Meet Xin Zhui: The Most Well-Preserved Mummified Body In History
Xin Zhui was a noblewoman who lived during the Han Dynasty. Her body was discovered in 1971 and is still the most well-preserved mummified body in history.
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This Epic 7-Minute Led Zeppelin Song Was Probably A Response To George Harrison's Blunt Criticism
This seven-minute track from Led Zeppelin drew inspiration from ex-Beatle George Harrison's comments about the band's lack of ballads.
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A Bizarre Ocean Discovery That Had Scientists Thinking They Were In The Wizard Of Oz
Scientists plumbing the depths of the ocean discovered a portion of the sea floor that looked like the yellow brick road from "The Wizard of Oz."
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Why Cream Had Jimi Hendrix To Thank For One Of Their Biggest Hits
Cream and Jimi Hendrix seemed to be fans of each other's music. Cream even has Hendrix to thank for one of their biggest hits.
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The Likely Literary Inspiration Behind California's Name
People's names can change -- professionally, as a stage name, or personally, sometimes through marriage. Geographical names have been known to shift as well.
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Inside The 1961 Feline Auditions For The Tales Of Terror Cat
Edgar Allan Poe's story, "The Black Cat," details how a ghostly cat helped solve a murder. In 1961, a movie studio auditioned cats to play the titular role.
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The Pro Soccer Player Who Received Multiple Suspensions For Biting His Opponents
Uruguay's Luis Suárez is notorious for repeatedly biting fellow soccer players, earning suspensions from The FA and FIFA. Here's a breakdown of each incident.
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The Real Women Who Inspired A League Of Their Own
One of the best parts about "A League of Their Own" is that the film's plot is based largely on true events. Here are the real women who inspired the film.
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Who Really Wrote The First Modern Vampire Story?
Contrary to popular belief, Bram Stoker didn't write the first vampire novel. It was actually written by John Polidori, and called "The Vampyre."
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What Really Happens During A Drought
Climate change is causing droughts to be more frequent and severe. Here's what you need to know about what really happens during a drought and why it matters.
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Murderer Dennis Stafford Partially Blames Michael Caine For His Bad Reputation
Convicted murderer Dennis Stafford and actor Michael Caine might seem to have little in common, but Stafford actually blames Caine for his bad reputation.
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The Tragic Reason Aqib Talib Isn't Joining Thursday Night Football
Aqib Talib was set to join Amazon's new Thursday Night Football as a broadcaster. Here's the tragic reason that isn't happening.
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This Is The Real-Life Inspiration For Valyrian Steel In Game Of Thrones
Fans of the HBO series, "Game of Thrones," are familiar with Valyrian steel. Here is the real-life inspiration for George R.R. Martin for such a material.
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The Mysterious 1991 Disappearance Of Ben Needham
Ben Needham mysteriously disappeared outside his grandparents' farmhouse in Greece in 1991.
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The Untold Truth Of Andy Kaufman
Andy Kaufman, who would insist throughout his career that he wasn't a comedian, is famous but perhaps still a mystery to most people. Here's his untold truth.
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