The Truly Horrific Crime Scene Of Marilyn Sheppard
The murder of Marilyn Sheppard inspired a media frenzy second to none in the mid-1950s. Her husband went to prison for the crime, insisting he was innocent.
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The Surprising History Of Grass Lawns
Well-maintained grass lawns seem to be an emblem of success even as they are not eco-friendly. Here is the surprising history of grass lawns.
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The Tragic Execution Of Mary The Elephant
The tragic execution of Mary the Elephant is an example of turn of the century ignorance coupled with outrage.
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The Scandal That Almost Destroyed Marie Curie's Career
Marie Curie may be the most famous female scientist in history, winning the Nobel Prize twice. But, her career may have been crushed due to a salacious scandal.
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A Famous WWI Flying Ace Was The Inspiration Behind The First Electric Guitar's Name
Spinal Tap might have had amplifiers that went up to 11, but those wouldn't have helped without the innovators who made electric guitars louder.
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The Untold Truth Of Radiohead
In the 35 years since they first started making music together, Radiohead has come a long way. Let's take a look at their humble beginnings and rise to fame.
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The Most Incredible Cave Paintings On The Planet
Cave paintings are found around the world, some dating back a mind-blowing 75 millennia ago. Explore the most incredible cave paintings on the planet.
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The Disturbing Relationship Between Dr. Quincy Fortier And His Stepdaughter
Dr. Quincy Fortier from HBO's "Baby God" committed crimes he was never charged with, including against his stepdaughter. Their relationship was disturbing.
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Tragic Details Found In Caylee Anthony's Autopsy Report
In 2011, students of true crime were riveted by the trial of Casey Anthony, accused of killing her toddler daughter, Caylee. The child's autopsy was revealing.
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The Millionaire Who Created A Baby Boom In 1920s Canada
Canadian Charles Millar died a jokester at heart -- setting the terms of his will as a contest for the woman who could have the most babies.
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The Tragic Story Behind Bollywood Actress Meenakshi Thapar's Kidnapping And Death
The entertainment business, whether in Hollywood or Bollywood, is a competitive environment, filled with individuals who have varying levels of ruthlessness.
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Here's Why You're Not Allowed To Dunk From The Free-Throw Line
Here's why the NCAA, and later on the NBA, decided to ban dunking from the free-throw line.
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Politicians Who Got Greedy, Then Lost Their Job
Holding political office gives people perks and influence, but the ability to control the destinies of others can corrupt even the best-intentioned politicians.
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The Mystery Behind Where King Khufu's Body Is Buried
Khufu's pyramid -- commonly known as one of the Great Pyramids of Giza -- has a major unsolved mystery. Why can't archaeologists find the pharoah's remains?
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What Really Happened During The Steel Strike Of 1919?
At the dawn of the 20th century, it seemed steelworkers were finally paving the way for labor reform. But Big Steel had other plans in mind.
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Here's Who Inherited Katharine Hepburn's Money After She Died
Katharine Hepburn was an award-winning actor during Hollywood's Golden Age and beyond. Her success meant significant financial rewards. What of her estate?
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The True-Life Grave Robbery Of A US Congressman Is Stranger Than Fiction
The body of former Ohio Congressman John Scott Harrison was taken by grave robbers shortly after he was buried.
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The Complicated Relationship Between Bob Dylan And John Lennon
Here's what we know about Bob Dylan and John Lennon's relationship and how it progressed through the years.
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The Apocalyptic Narrative Behind Bob Dylan's A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall
Bob Dylan is probably the most iconic singer/songwriter of all time. He often wrote war protest songs and "A Hard Rain's a-Gonna Fall" is one of his best.
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The Untold Truth Of Jerry Garcia
Jerry Garcia was one of the most charismatic performers in rock history, but his personal life was plagued by tragedy. This is the untold truth of Jerry Garcia.
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Here's How Long One Year On Neptune Equates To On Earth
Neptune is the eighth planet in our solar system and is one of the gas giants. To decipher how long it takes to orbit the sun, scientists used this technique.
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The Untold Truth Of Azazel From The Bible
Azazel appears as part of a rite of purification in the Hebrew Bible before being applied to all manner of demons. So just what is the deal with Azazel anyway?
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What Timothy McVeigh's Weapons Obsession Reveals About The OKC Bombing Tragedy
Signs that Timothy McVeigh could be capable of atrocities like the Oklahoma City bombing were present from the start, including an early obsession with guns.
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Will The Earth Ever Run Out Of Oil?
Few single items have such an impact on the global economy as the price of petroleum -- a finite supply of fossil fuel. Just how finite is the supply?
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How Specific Stars Can Help Sea Travelers Navigate The Ocean
Early Polynesian explorers had an intimate knowledge of the stars — a skill modern mariners would rely on from the Age of Exploration to the rise of GPS.
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How One Wrong Assumption Caused The Three Mile Island Meltdown
The Three Mile Island disaster was one of the worst nuclear meltdowns in history, and it was all avoidable. Here's how human error caused the meltdown.
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The Truth Behind Lucid Dreaming And How It Works
How does lucid dreaming work? Scientists studied techniques to help us understand how to have lucidity in our dreams and the truth behind lucid dreaming.
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