The First Ever Speeding Ticket Was Given To A Man Going 8 Mph
Getting caught for speeding is something that commonly happens but many dread. The first-ever of these tickets was given to a man who was going just 8 mph.
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The Gruesome Prop From The Omen David Warner Joked About Losing In His Divorce
Acclaimed British supporting actor, David Warner, once joked about a specific and rather gruesome prop from his film, "The Omen," that he in his divorce.
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The Only Angels With Names In The Bible
The Bible includes wondrous tales of angelic beings. In terms of naming individual angels, however, Scripture is significantly less forthcoming.
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Gene Wilder Died While Listening To This Classic Song
Beloved actor Gene Wilder passed away at 83 years old while listening to one of his favorite songs: "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" by Ella Fitzgerald.
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The 14th-Century British Riot That Was Started Over Wine
Wine has always held cultural prominence throughout history in the Western world. But did you know that a riot was started in 14th-century Britain over wine?
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How A Saudi Arabian Man's Health Turned Into A Royal Intervention
A Saudi Arabian man's health became the subject of a royal intervention when the king stepped in to assist a morbidly overweight citizen.
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Sports Interviews That Got Athletes In Trouble
Athletes are notoriously passionate, hotheaded, and defensive, with a lot of "chip-on-the-shoulder" energy, so you can count on them to slip up sometimes.
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What Are Your Chances Of Finding Your Doppelgänger?
Many people maneuver through life not wanting to feel alone in the world, even in appearance. Here are the scientific chances of you finding your doppelgänger.
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What Was David Warner's Net Worth When He Died?
British actor David Warne entertained on stage, on TV, and in movies before he died at 80 years old. This was his net worth when he died?
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The Controversial Life Of Cecil Rhodes
Despite his defenders, Cecil Rhodes is largely synonymous with the worst excesses of colonialism and a fervent support for the British Empire.
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The Truth Behind Why The Finnish Air Force's Flag Featured A Swastika For Decades
The swastika has been universally associated with the Nazi party for nearly a century. Here is why the Finnish Air Force also used it on its flag for decades.
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Contempt Of Congress Explained
During the congressional hearings regarding the January 6 Capitol insurrection, Steve Bannon was held in contempt of Congress. Here's what that means.
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The Untold Truth Of Hinduism
Hinduism is one the most misunderstood religions in the world. From its origins 4,000 years ago to its core beliefs, here is the untold truth of Hinduism.
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Marvin Gaye Said This Motown Singer Had A Voice Stronger Than His Own
Marvin Gaye was one of the most famous Motown artists ever, with a voice like none other. Yet he said this singer had a more powerful voice than him.
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Inside Vili Fualaau's Life After The Mary Kay Letourneau Scandal
Vili Fualaau and Mary Kay Letourneau married after she was released from prison.
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Finland's Kummakivi Balancing Rock Seemingly Defies All The Rules Of Physics
Kummakivi in Finland, a big rock precariously balanced on another rock, looks like it should have slid to the ground centuries long ago.
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The Stunning Discovery Of A 4.6 Billion-Year-Old Meteorite In The Sahara Desert
Although the rock we will discuss here is, in fact, extra-terrestrial, Superman is safe from kryptonite — for now, at least.
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Why The 'No Stars' Moon Landing Conspiracy Makes No Sense
And ever since the first moon landing, people all over the world have been looking for evidence that suggests that the entire event was faked.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Toni Morrison
Author and cultural icon Toni Morrison lived through many tragedies. Keep reading to find all about the tragic real-life story of Toni Morrison.
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The Tragic True Story Of Patrice Lumumba
The first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Patrice Lumumba was a staunch anti-colonialist. This is his tragic true story.
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The Story Behind The Accidental Invention Of Teflon
The history of science is full of accidental discoveries -- some based in fact, others more from legend than evidence, like Newton and the falling apple.
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What We Know About The Jewish Custom Of Kaparot
While kaparot can be performed any time between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, it is typically done the night before Yom Kippur.
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How A Life-Threatening Event Led To The Invention Of The Metal Detector
News of a near-fatal incident broke headlines across the country in 1881, and it led to the invention of the metal detector.
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One Of Dr. Seuss' First Books Was Definitely Not Meant For Kids
Dr. Seuss — or Theodor Seuss Geisel — is famous as the author of beloved children's classics, but one of his earliest works was not meant for kids.
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Even Deion Sanders Was Humiliated Thanks To Bo Jackson's Elite Talent
The names Deion Sanders and Bo Jackson are memorable among the great athletes of this age, multi-sport achievers who encountered each other in college play.
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What Would A Prisoner Exchange With Russia Really Mean?
After her arrest in Russia, Brittney Griner may be returned to the U.S. in a prisoner exchange — but these swaps are complex and often politically motivated.
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The Health Condition That Led To Bo Jackson's Unique Speech Patterns
Bo Jackson is known as a remarkable athlete, a man who played both baseball and football professionally. His signature "Bo Knows" catchphrase has its own story.
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