What Janet Jackson's Short Marriage To James DeBarge Was Like
It was age 18 when Ms. Jackson rebelled against her controlling parents, since that's when she embarked upon her short-lived marriage to singer James DeBarge.
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The Rise And Fall Of Steven Seagal
In the late '80s and early '90s, action man Steven Seagal was a major star, but failure and controversy followed. Here is the rise and fall of Steven Seagal.
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What Does It Mean To Invoke Article 4 Of NATO?
NATO member states may invoke Article 4 to consult with other members in the event of a security threat.
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Why Mickey Mouse Has Appeared On Election Ballots Since The Great Depression
When it comes to the popular ballot in elections, let's face it: Name recognition goes a long way, as does voter passion, or even lack of it.
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The Chronic Illness That Some Suspect Contributed To Elvis Presley's Death
Elvis Presley cut a wide swath across American popular culture in his day, with an influence that continues decades after his still-debated death.
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What Does It Mean If You Become A Disney Legend?
A mega-brand known the world over, Disney even has its own awards ceremony. Find out what it takes to become a Disney Legends award recipient.
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Black Panther: The Real-Life Inspirations For Wakanda
Wakanda, the fictitious location of the Marvel smash-hit "Black Panther," draws on many aspects of African culture. Here are a few of those inspirations.
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The Story Behind The Myth That An Italian Teacher Roberto Nevilis Invented Homework
Italian teacher Roberto Nevilis allegedly invented homework, but it's unclear whether he is to blame or someone else. Here's the story behind the myth.
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Why Elvis Presley Would Never Look At Priscilla Unless She Had Makeup On
Probably every intimate relationship, especially marriage, has its little quirks and issues, and perhaps that gets exacerbated by the pressure of celebrity.
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How Early Life On Mars Likely Doomed The Planet
Speculation about life on Mars has abounded for decades now, but early. life on Mars might have actually doomed the planet. Here's how.
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Tragic Details About Type O Negative's Peter Steele
Peter Steele's sudden death left a void in the Goth scene that has never been truly filled. These are some tragic details about Type O Negative's Peter Steele.
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How A Rumor About The 27 Club Started A Chilling Superstition
Individual numbers have been assigned meaning over the years -- think of the bad luck associated with 13 -- but for celebrities, 27 is especially dark.
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The First Named Author In History Was A Woman
An ancient Mesopotamian priestess, Enheduanna was also the world's earliest recorded author. Find out how the world first discovered her and her writing.
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Russian Troops Stole The Body Of Catherine The Great's Lover From His Tomb In Ukraine
In 2022, Russian troops ventured into the white marble grave inside St. Catherine's Cathedral and seized the remains of Prince Grigory Aleksandrovich Potemkin.
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Here's Why There Are No More World's Fairs
Once upon a time, there were enormous exhibitions of knowledge and science, gathered from all manner of technological progress around the globe.
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Dolly Parton's Surprising First Celebrity Crush
It's not unusual for a youngster to develop a crush on a public figure -- a singer, actor, celebrity of some sort. Dolly Parton has that kind of story, too.
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Casey Anthony Details Allegations Against Her Father In Revealing New Documentary
Casey Anthony, who was thrust into the international spotlight in 2008, made news again in 2022 thanks to Peacock's "Casey Anthony: Where the Truth Lies."
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The New England Patriots Dynasty Could Have Been More Dominant If Not For A Flag Football Game
The Patriots' dynasty might have been even more dominant than it already was had it not been for star RB Robert Edwards' freak injury at a flag football game.
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This Hauntingly Beautiful Instrument Makes Music Out Of Waves In The Adriatic Sea
When art meets science, the result can be spectacular -- not just in terms of architecture, or even archaeology, but in terms of light and music.
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The First-Ever 3D Movie, A Silent Film Released In The 1920s, Is Considered Lost For Good
The first-ever 3D movie came out back in the 1920s, and it's called "The Power of Love." Unfortunately, the movie is considered lost for good.
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The Powerful Statement Annie Lennox Made Using Her Wardrobe
Annie Lennox of the Eurythmics was a pop culture powerhouse in the 1980s, scoring hit song after hit song, and all the while making a point with clothing.
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What Was Found At Aaron Hernandez's Death Scene?
The details surrounding Aaron Hernandez's life and death continue to fascinate many — a man who threw away a promising football career by committing murder.
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How Many Emmys Has Jay Leno Won?
Jay Leno is one of the most beloved American talk-show hosts of all time. He has also been quite popular with awards shows and even won some Emmys.
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The Unexpected John Denver Hit That's Become An Oktoberfest Anthem
There's little that seems less German than the classic American song, "Take Me Home, Country Roads." Why is it an Oktoberfest mainstay?
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Scientists Just Discovered The Closest Black Hole To Earth
Black holes are some of the most terrifying yet fascinating phenomena in our universe. And scientists just discovered the closest one to Earth.
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Why A 21-Year-Old College Student Sued Pepsi For A Military Harrier Jet
It's an important life lesson growing up: Always read the fine print, usually useful to the consumer. At least once, turnabout might have been fair play.
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The Lakers' Elgin Baylor Set NBA Records While Splitting His Time In The US Army
In 1959, Elgin Baylor was having an exceptional year. So it seemed a little odd when the team owner, Bob Short, suggested Baylor join the U.S. Army.
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