The Who Concert Disaster Explained
Around 7:20, the crowd to see The Who surged and one set of doors shattered. Others were pushed open. With no visible security, there was no control.
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Why Richie Kotzen Was Booted Out Of Poison
Guitarist Richie Kotzen replaced C.C. DeVille in the Poison lineup after being fired in 1991 for his drug use and alcoholism.
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The Sad Truth About Mick Mars' Spinal Disease
Guitarist Mick Mars has certainly seen his share of craziness as a member of Motley Crüe but few know he's suffered with debilitating pain most of his life.
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Why Isaac Newton Once Stuck A Needle In His Eye
Not only did Isaac Newton invent calculus, he also dabbled in alchemy, biblical history, and served in Parliament. Oh, and once, he stuck a needle in his eye.
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The Surprising Thing Johnny Appleseed's Apples Were Really Used For
John Chapman, later known as Johnny Appleseed, is a folk hero whose tree-planting exploits are taught to schoolchildren all across the country.
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The Untold Truth About The Lincoln Highway
Most Americans are familiar with our interstate highway system, but most don't know there was a transcontinental highway before it: the Lincoln Highway.
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Is It Possible To Fit All Of Ferris Bueller's Day Off Activities Into One Day?
"Ferris Buller's Day Off" was the kind of movie that put big ideas into the heads of bored students in the '80s, and embodied the very spirit of Generation X.
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Why William Shakespeare May Have Been Involved In Organized Crime
Shakespeare, as we see him now, may not be the man he actually was. Did you know that there is speculation that the Bard was involved in organized crime?
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Here's What Really Happens To Your Body When You're Exposed To Acid
Pineapples, interestingly, are one of the very few foods that will try to eat you right back. The unique-looking fruit is very acidic, and high in bromelain.
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Here's Who Inherited Leonard Nimoy's Money After He Died
On February 27, 2015, the world of sci-fi was dealt a devastating blow when Leonard Nimoy of "Star Trek" fame died at 83. He left a sizable net worth.
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Here's Why Hitler Was Rejected From Art School
Rejected from school and unable to pay rent, Hitler landed in a homeless shelter and was eventually reduced to doing what all failed artists do: making kitsch.
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What We Know About Ariana Grande's Ghost Encounter
Stull, Kansas is nearly abandoned and forgotten. With its dwindling population, some believe the town's primary residents aren't from this realm.
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Why Merle Haggard's Family Didn't Approve Of Music
Merle Haggard was one of the most authentic voices in outlaw country so you might not have expected him to have grown up in a household that demonized music.
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How Many Sharks Kill Humans Per Year?
If the thought of a ferocious apex predator slicing through the water and lurking in the deep terrifies you, then you are far from alone.
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How Kate Middleton Is Related To Dakota And Elle Fanning
Even celebrities wonder where following their roots will take them. Some have surprising backgrounds and affiliations you might never predict.
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The Surprising Truth About Charlie Watts' Vintage Car Collection
Charlie Watts had, by far, the most impressive collection of cars in his garage (well, likely garages) of all the Stones — but his passion was a bit unexpected.
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The Surprising Reason Joseph Pulitzer Shot Someone
In January 1870, Pulitzer was elected as a representative of St. Louis' Fifth District. In this role, he had the chance to vote in favor of the 15th Amendment,
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Moyenne Island: The Strange Story Of The World's Smallest National Park
Moyenne Island is the world's smallest national park thanks to one man. Here is the strange story of Brendon Grisham who dedicated his life to the island.
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What Is A Strawberry Supermoon?
A full moon is often an incredible sight to see, but sometimes it gets a special name depending on what month it is and how close it is to Earth.
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This Is The Largest Unoccupied Building In The World
Around the world, massive constructions become ghostly shells that never recover. Here's the biggest unoccupied building in the world.
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The Touching Place Where Jimmy Stewart Kept His Oscar
Jimmy Stewart's legendary acting career spanned over 50 years racking up five Oscar nods. However the one Oscar he took home ended up in a strange place.
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The Story About One Of Loretta Lynn's Banned Songs
Across the United States, 60 radio stations opted not to play the song — and it was even denounced by a preacher in Lynn's home state of Kentucky.
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How NASA Helped With The Creation Of Cell Phone Cameras
The cell phone digital camera is now an essential item on phones. But, they started as NASA, and here is how they managed to make the first digital camera.
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The Hilarious Truth About Alaska's 'Fat Bear Week'
What you got hidden under all that chonk, all that chonk, beardonkadonk? Someone better jump on that hook right quick, because Fat Bear Week is the best.
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A Look Back At The Life Of Emilie Schindler, The Wife Of Oskar Schindler
Many know Oskar Schindler's story and his famous list, but here's the story of his wife Emilie Schindler, whose efforts during WWII shouldn't be overlooked.
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The Bridge Over I-90 In Washington That Prevents Roadkill
There's a bridge over I-90 in Washington that prevents roadkill. Here's what it looks like, and how it actually prevents animal deaths.
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The Tough Love Advice Kobe Bryant Gave To A Young Kevin Durant
Basketball legend Kobe Bryant once gave some tough love advice to a young Kevin Durant, who took it to heart.
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