Famous Historical Figures Who Lost All Their Money
While many may believe that once you become rich you will remain that way, there are many famous figures throughout history who have lost all their money.
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How Charles Darwin Could Help Shape The Future Of Mars
Naturalist Charles Darwin, who is behind the theory of natural selection, came up with many of his evolutionary ideas on a trip to the Galapagos Islands.
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15 Things You Might Not Know About The Kentucky Derby
You don't have to be a horse person to love the Kentucky Derby. Here are a few things you might not know about this century and a half-old American tradition.
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Do Any Original Manuscripts Of The Bible Still Exist?
Like the children's party game of Telephone, the books of the Bible have been copied and re-copied over centuries. Do the originals still exist anywhere?
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Here's How Many Nuclear Weapons The United States Owns
Nuclear weapons are among the most dangerous weapons in the world, and played a huge role in the Cold War. Here's how many nuclear weapons the U.S. has.
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Spinal Tap's Ric Parnell Was A Member Of Another Legendary Rock Band In The Early 1970s
Numerous movies have been made featuring actors playing musicians -- actors who barely know how to hold an instrument. "This Is Spinal Tap" was different.
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Has A Supreme Court Draft Ever Been Leaked Before?
A rare U.S. Supreme Court draft was leaked ahead of a possible landmark decision to overturn Roe V. Wade. But has a similar draft ever been leaked before?
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What Were The Sentences For Timothy McVeigh's OKC Bombing Accomplices?
In 1995, at approximately 9:02 a.m., an explosion shook the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City thanks to Timothy McVeigh and his accomplices.
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The Powerful Executive And His Alleged Affair With Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe is one of Hollywood's most well-known Hollywood stars, though some attribute her success to an alleged affair with an executive.
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How Hollywood Really Got Its Start
Show business is, first and foremost, a business -- a way to make a profit, sometimes spectacularly. Hollywood's entertainment roots are a prime example.
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The Sad Truth About Franklin And Eleanor Roosevelt's Marriage
While Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt were married for 40 years and had a strong partnership in political matters, their marriage was anything but.
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The Disturbing Relationship Between DC Sniper John Allen Muhammad And Lee Boyd Malvo
Lee Boyd Malvo and John Allen Muhammad, who were dubbed the Beltway Snipers, were arrested in 2002. Here's what their relationship was like.
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The Sahara Used To Be Home To Galloping Crocodiles
Millions of years ago, what is now the Sahara Desert used to be home to galloping crocodiles that ate dinosaurs.
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This Is Who Tom Petty's Wildflowers Is Really About
During his long career, rock icon Tom Petty produced a number of timeless gems, but his song "Wildflowers" held a special place in his heart. So who's it about?
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These Were What Handshakes Meant In Ancient Civilizations
Since the coronavirus pandemic handshakes have been on shaky ground. But, the greeting has been around since antiquity with various meanings behind them.
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Why Veronica Lake's Signature Hairstyle Was Discouraged During WWII
In the early 1940s, Veronica Lake became a household name for her acting chops and her signature look. But a major moment in U.S. history changed everything.
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Athletes Who Lost It In Public
The pressures on professional athletes are unimaginable. It sure seems like it'd be enough to make some of these people publicly snap every once in a while.
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The Unexpectedly Simple Reason For The British Royal Guard's Red Uniform
The British royal guard is famous for wearing red, but there's actually a simple and practical reason behind this. Red was cheapest and most available dye.
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The Scythians Had A Horrifying Tradition With Their Prisoners Of War
Sacrifice may seem a little outdated these days, but it has been a big part of human history that is tied to religions from around the world.
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Where Did The British Royal Family Live Before Buckingham Palace?
We all know Buckingham Palace as the main residence of the Royal Family, but it wasn't always that way. This is the palace that once served as their home.
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The Brutal Truth Of The 1941 Disney Animators Strike
Disneyland has touted itself as the happiest place on Earth. The studios, however, were another matter, especially when unions entered the animation division.
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The Raincoat Killer Yoo Young-Chul's Chilling Motive To Kill
Inside South Korea's so-called Raincoat Killer, Yoo Young-chul's, chilling motive to kill two particular types of victims.
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The Unintentionally Hilarious Reason Bud Light Was Sued In The '80s
Bud Light is known for some of the most memorable and iconic commercials in history, but the brand was sued in the 1990s for an allegedly offensive ad.
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How Many Wives Did King David Have?
King David, a key figure in a number of religious texts, might be a familiar name for many -- less so than his many wives. So what's the story behind it all?
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Disturbing Details About Haile Selassie's Tragic Assassination
Ethiopian Emporer Haile Selassie was a progressive leader with a royal bloodline. Here are the tragic Disturbing details about his assassination.
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Here's How Many Goalies Have Scored In NHL History
There's something almost poetic about a goalie getting the opportunity to score. Here's how many have been able to do so over the course of NHL history.
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The Short-Lived Cartoon That Starred Michael Jordan And Wayne Gretzky
While many might remember the era of Saturday morning cartoons, a long-forgotten show starring Wayne Gretzky and Michael Jordan may have fallen off the radar.
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