How Pope John XII's Brothel Lifestyle Contradicted His Celibacy Vow
Men with an interest in certain positions in the Catholic Church have been expected to live lives of celibacy, which means no marriage and certainly no sex.
Read MoreMen with an interest in certain positions in the Catholic Church have been expected to live lives of celibacy, which means no marriage and certainly no sex.
Read MoreDuring the 1980s, New York's Hudson Valley became a hotbed of UFOs and strange happenings. Here's the truth about the alien invasion in the Hudson Valley.
Read MoreDespite there only being a few biblical references to him, Michael, the leader of the angelic army, is arguably the most popular of the archangels.
Read MoreBen Franklin was a complicated man, and there was dark side to his story. This is the troubled history of Benjamin Franklin.
Read MoreSometimes, when you think you've been clever with your coin, you may have actually made a costly mistake.
Read MoreThousands of climbers and adventure enthusiasts attempt summits to these treacherous peaks every year, despite risky and dangerous conditions.
Read MoreThe CIA subjected purported terrorists and suspects in the 9/11 attacks to various methods of interrogation tactics, including sleep deprivation.
Read MoreThe history of LGBTQ rights in the United States is insanely complicated, and it's worth taking a look at the most important LGBTQ court cases in U.S. history.
Read MoreIn 2012, the notorious 'wife killer' Drew Peterson was found guilty of the 2003 murder of his third wife, yet his fourth wife, Stacy, remains missing.
Read MoreEmo rose out of the hardcore and punk scene and was known for its subculture of angsty, eyeliner teens who loved My Chemical Romance. Here is its history.
Read MoreA 1960 murder of a Texas beauty queen went to trial nearly 60 years later after a priest was suspected of killing the 25-year-old woman.
Read MoreThere's much more to the Fondas than their time in the Hollywood spotlight. This is the tragic real-life story of the Fonda family.
Read MoreThe Mexican-American War was not at all a fair fight. Here are some messed up things that happened during the Mexican-American War.
Read MoreJoni Mitchell has been a musical force for decades, but her life hasn't always been easy. From heartbreak to failing health, this is her tragic story.
Read MoreDespite the success and critical acclaim, Avenged Sevenfold's rise to the top hasn't been without its various trials and tribulations. Here's their story.
Read MoreSince 2010, "American Pickers" has followed Frank Fritz and Mike Wolfe as they go around the country looking for antique pieces to sell or collect.
Read MoreThere is a rigorous investigative process involved with determining whether or not someone's reported miracles warrant their canonization.
Read MoreWith Roe v. Wade overturned, many have started to worry that other landmark cases centered around choice and privacy could be overturned.
Read MoreAretha Franklin was the queen of soul, and her talents knew few limits. No matter what life threw at her, she stayed strong and never apologized.
Read MoreWe're here to set the record straight regarding some of the most famous crimes in history. Here's what everyone gets completely wrong.
Read MoreThese actors couldn't learn their lines and had to cheat.
Read MoreThere are many facts about our neighboring planets you think you're right about, and we're here to tell you that you're absolutely wrong about many of them.
Read MoreWhen several thunderstorms passed through Texas and Oklahoma in April, numerous people posted images of destructive hail described as 'gorilla hail.'
Read MoreThe human brain is a remarkable organ. As stubborn as the brain is, though, it certainly seems capable of persisting after the body's death.
Read MoreMike Howe of Metal Church died on July 26, 2021, as was made clear by the band's "farewell" Facebook post for their now late lead singer.
Read MoreFormed in Los Angeles in 1988 by founder and lead bassist Billy Sheehan, Mr. Big included Paul Gilbert, Eric Martin, and Pat Torpey.
Read MoreWhen we think of Aaron Burr, all we know is that he killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel. But Aaron Burr had a tragic story in his own right.
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