What Happened To Killer Nanny Louise Woodward After Her Conviction?
In 1997, British nanny Louise Woodward, working in the U.S., was convicted of second-degree murder by a jury in Boston for the death of Matthew Eappen.
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How R.E.M. Got Their Name
Michael Stipe met R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck at a record shop and they quickly bonded over a shared love for punk music. How did the group form their name?
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The Next Monarch Of England May Not Be King Charles III. Here's Why
British monarchs sometimes do and sometimes don't reign under the names they were given at birth; there's no requirement either way.
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The Mystery Surrounding The Fight Between Bruce Lee And Wong Jack Man
On a late autumn evening in 1964, Bruce Lee stood in the center of the room glaring at his opponent, Wong Jack Man.
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The Haunting Ghost Story Of Olimpia Maidalchini
Olimpia Maidalchini was the sister-in-law of Pope Innocent X, who actually had more political power than the pope himself. This is her haunting ghost story.
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The Real Reason John Amos Was Fired From Good Times
John Amos played a starring role on the sitcom "Good Times" before he was fired. This is why Amos was fired from his role on "Good Times."
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These Were Winston Churchill's Last Words Before His Death
Prime Minister Winston Churchill is often considered one of the greatest British leaders. But here are the surprising words he uttered at the end of his life.
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Why One Island In The Bahamas Seems More Like A Farm Than A Beach
Make your way to Big Major Cay in the Bahamas, and you'll find it uninhabited by humans. It is, however, home to some familiar barnyard friends.
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LeBron James Almost Made The Leap To The NFL Thanks To The 2011 NBA Lockout
The history of sports has a few truly outstanding individuals who excelled in (and on) more than one field. LeBron James came close to being one, too.
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The Annual Valentine's Day Card Salman Rushdie Would Rather Not Get
Salman Rushdie, author of "The Satanic Verses," received a yearly reminder of the fatwa that was issued against him, which he called his "unfunny valentine."
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The Sir Harry Oakes Theory That Would Change Everything
Given Sir Harry Oakes was a well-known man in the upper echelons of Bahamas society, his murder didn't go without publicity.
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Where Is Convicted Murderer Matthew Hoffman Now?
One murder is horrendous enough; how much more tragic when an individual takes the lives of several people at once. What happens to the convicted?
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The Tragic History Of Okinawa
Okinawa might seem like the Eden of the Pacific, but there has been - and still is - trouble in paradise. This is the tragic history of Okinawa.
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How A Danish Physicist Was Able To Slow Down The Speed Of Light
Lene Hau of Denmark is a world-renowned physicist for her work with light, and became the first to successfully slow down light.
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Behind The Good-Luck Ritual Where Babies Are Thrown Off A Roof In Some Parts Of India
Many's the new parent who will try to hedge their bets in regard to their newborn's health and future prospects, whether through nurturing or invoking luck.
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Why The British Monarchy Rarely Attends The Funerals Of Others
One event you'll rarely see Queen Elizabeth II attend, though — or any king or queen throughout history, for that matter — is a funeral.
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What Did Wheat And Barley Have To Do With Ancient Egyptian Pregnancies?
Ancient Egyptian medicine was surprisingly advanced in some respects, and ancient Egyptians used barley and wheat for more than one purpose.
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The Minnesota Starvation Experiment's Findings Confirmed What We All Suspected
People who have managed to survive a period of actual starvation will tell you that it's a far different experience from simply being very hungry.
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Steven Van Zandt Credits This Band For Keeping Him From Becoming A Gangster
Musician and actor Steven Van Zandt rose to fame as a co-founder of the E Street Band. He credits one band for pursuing music instead of being a gangster.
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The Tragic 2015 Murder Of Former US Marine Craig Wingard Explained
The tragic 2015 murder of former US marine Craig Wingard by a 17-year-old explained
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Why Hollywood Star Carole Landis Was An Unsung Hero Among WWII Troops
Carole Landis was a bright young star who was in many different films throughout her short life. Here is how she was an unsung hero during World War II.
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What Happened To Matthew Eappen's Parents After The Killer Nanny Trial
For parents, the death of an infant child is horrific enough; far worse when the child dies under the care of another. How do you manage to move on?
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The Mysterious 2007 Disappearance Of Lee Cutler
After a night out,18-year-old Lee Cutler never arrived for his work shift and seemingly disappeared without a trace.
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What Was Elsie Ralph's Life After The Murder Of Her Three Children?
In 1973, David McGreavy brutally murdered Clive and Elsie Ralph's three young children. Here is what Elsie's life was like after her children's deaths.
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The Real Reason The Original Olympics Flag Went Missing For 77 Years
There are all kinds of unsolved mysteries out there. Every once in a while, the light shines and something is solved -- or an elderly athlete confesses.
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What We Know About Lionel Tate, The Youngest Person To Ever Receive A Life Sentence
Lionel Tate initially said he was trying out professional wrestling moves. However, he insisted he did not intend to kill her.
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Inside The 1963 Murder Of Medgar Evers
On June 12, 1963, someone made good on their threats against Evers' life. He exited his car carrying t-shirts when he was shot in the back.
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