The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Bode Miller
Bode Miller native first began skiing at Cannon Mountain in the fourth grade, and by age 11 he was competing in local ski competitions, as Britannica tells us.
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Whatever Happened To These '90s Video Vixens?
In the 1990s, music videos became not just big-budget works of art, but a vital part of a musician's marketing campaign
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The Reason Marie Curie's Casket Is Made Of Lead
Marie Curie was a brilliant scientist who helped expand our knowledge of radioactivity. So when she died, she had to be buried in a lead casket.
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Popular Things From The 1990s You Don't See Anymore
The era of digital cable television, "Friends," and the Spice Girls left an indelible mark on society. Here are some items from the 1990s you don't see anymore.
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The Mythology Of Hephaestus Explained
God of fire, of craft, and of the forge, Hephaestus crafted many important objects. But he was also kicked out of Olympus, and mocked by his fellow gods.
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Sugar Rush: America Will Import More Sugar This Year Than In Past Forty Years
Why the U.S. is about to import sugar at record numbers.
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The Biggest Face Mask Error You're Probably Making
Aren't face masks fun? Not really, no, but they are necessary for now. Here's the biggest error you're probably making when wearing it.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Lou Costello
Lou Costello, the other half of the classic comedy duo Abbott and Costello, appeared lively and fun, but behind the laughter was a life marred by tragedy.
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What Was Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan's Net Worth When He Died?
Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has died. The leader of the United Arab Emirates was 73, although his health had been in decline since 2014.
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Katie Ledecky: The Untold Truth Of The Olympic Swimmer
Katie Ledecky, 24, started swimming competitively at age six, in a summer league at the Palisades Swim & Tennis Club. Her grit became apparent early.
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Here's What The Book Of Mormon Says About Native Americans
The Book of Mormon is not just a spiritual text; in many ways, it's a snapshot of U.S. history at the time -- in particular, passages about Native Americans.
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The Abraham Lincoln Theory That Would Change Everything
There are those who would tell you, quite sincerely, that Elvis and Michael Jackson faked their deaths and are still alive. Abraham Lincoln to the list.
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The Infamous Urban Legend 23% Of People Find Completely Unbelievable
Urban legends are funny things. Some bits of lore are so pervasive that some people believe them without knowing they're being bamboozled by a hoax.
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The '90s Cover Song That Never Should Have Happened
For as long as popular music has been a thing, musicians have been performing and recording songs that were previously associated with another artist -- covers.
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The Truth About Doc Holliday's Medical Credentials
John Henry Holliday, or "Doc", was a son of Georgia, born August 14, 1851, in Griffin. But was he a real doctor?
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This Is The Most Overrated '70s Rock Song
The 1970s: The period that began with the Nixon administration and ended with the Carter administration produced some of Rock & Roll's high-water marks.
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The Real Reason Jimmy Hoffa Ended Up In Prison
Seen one way, "Jimmy" Hoffa was a solid-gold American success story. But in hindsight, prison time and his mysterious disappearance seem to say otherwise.
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Things The Ancient Mesopotamians Couldn't Live Without
Our knowledge of life Mesopotamian is remarkably nuanced.
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Inside Shimon Bar Kokhba's Military Leadership Of The Judean Army Against Rome
The third of the three Jewish revolts against the Romans occurred between 132-135 A.D., and it differs from previous ones because it had a leader.
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The Truth About The Christmas Pickle
The pickle may have once been just some parents' clever scheme to keep kids from rushing the tree on Christmas morning.
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The Truth About Josephine Baker's Relationship With Grace Kelly
At first, Josephine Baker and Grace Kelly might seem like an odd match -- Baker, the celebrated Paris cabaret performer; Kelly, the aristocratic film star.
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The One Vikings Scene Katheryn Winnick Struggled With
Vikings was a big hit, but there was one scene in particular that Winnick struggled with.
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How Bruce Springsteen Got His Iconic Nickname
Bruce Springsteen is as American as steel mills.
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Jet Li Vs Donnie Yen: Who Would Win?
In the spirit of locker rooms everywhere, we want to know who would win between two of the biggest martial arts movie actors: Jet Li or Donnie Yen?
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A 3-Year-Old Boy Just Became A Member Of Mensa
In today's "how to feel bad about yourself" news, we present Haryz Nadzim, age three.
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Why Beer Was Surprisingly Common In Victorian Era Asylums
Not only did people drink beer for pleasure, but by brewers' advertisements that often extolled the mental and physical benefits of their product.
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Some Divorces In The Middle Ages Were Handled In An Unusually Violent Way
Many marriages begin with hope, with joy, with commitment -- and many come to an end in court. The Middle Ages handled such cases a little differently.
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