What Were The Real Names Of Christopher Columbus' Ships?
The names of Christopher Columbus' three ships on his journey to the "New World" have become famous, but were those really their names? Here's the truth.
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What We Know About The Ghost At Miami University
Miami University in Oxford, Ohio is home to several ghosts who haunt the campus. One of them is the famed ghost of a motorcyclist,.
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The Tragic Story Of The Peasenhall Murder
Rose Harsent of Peasenhall was murdered in 1902, and her case remains one of England's unsolved cases.
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The Real Difference Between Grammys Record And Album Of The Year
As it turns out, the Grammys, being a 64-year-old show in 2022, still employs terms belonging to an era of vinyl and one-take studio recordings.
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The Hidden Meaning Behind The Ukrainian Instrument Highlighted At The Grammys
The bandura -- a string instrument -- is Ukraine's national instrument and is typically played when performing folk songs.
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The Tragic Story Of Isidor And Ida Straus Who Perished On The Titanic
In one memorable scene from "Titanic," a montage shows various passengers stoically accepting their fate as the waters in the sinking ship close in on them.
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World Leaders Who Took Power Via Coups
Many influential, powerful, and established civilizations have seen their government toppled suddenly by those who decided they could do a better job.
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Here's What The Best Historical Grammy Award Really Means
You know the main categories at the Grammy Awards each year, but what about the best historical Grammy award? Let's take a look at what it means.
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The History Of Australia's Rabbit Infestation
Invasive species are a major problem anywhere in the world and can throw off an ecosystem's balance. This happened in Australia thanks to a rabbit infestation.
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95-Year-Old Tony Bennett Is Surprisingly Not The Oldest Grammy Winner
One might imagine that at nearly 100 years old, Tony Bennett might be the oldest Grammy winner in history. As it turns out, that's not the case.
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The Mystery Behind Two Newly Discovered See-Through Frogs
If you spend enough time exploring life on Planet Earth, you'll find star-nosed moles, glow-in-the-dark sharks, and of course, see-through frogs.
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The Chilling Story Of Match.com Killer Wade Ridley
When Mary Beckman found herself single after the death of her longtime partner in 2010, her friends eventually encouraged her to set up a profile on Match.com.
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The Untold Truth Of 19th-Century Conman George C. Parker
George C. Parker, confidence man, was convicted for grand larceny and is infamous for "selling" the Brooklyn Bridge. Here's the truth behind this huckster.
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The Untold Truth Of The Little Rascals
"The Little Rascals" were a huge success. Even as the Rascals themselves grew up, generations of viewers continued to be entertained by their antics.
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The Untold Truth Of Olive Oatman
Olive Oatman's relationship with the Mohave was far more complex than it seemed, as was her relationship with fame. This is the untold truth of Olive Oatman.
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The Real Reasons Dogs Have Tails
It's not like an appendix in a human being -- there, ignored, not doing much of anything. No, a dog's tail is important in any number of ways.
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The Surprising Way A Prewritten Obituary Might Have Inspired The Nobel Prize
These days, we talk about "fake news." There's also mistaken news -- no malice intended; someone got information mixed up, maybe about the Nobel brothers.
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The Bizarre Truth Behind The World's Most Dangerous Golf Course
Like any other sport, golf involves practice, talent, care. And all of those things in abundance when you play while North Korean military are watching.
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The Truth About Rock Hudson's Relationship With Elizabeth Taylor
Co-workers don't always develop personal relationships, but it seemed to happen with Rock Hudson, who counted Doris Day and Elizabeth Taylor among his friends.
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Why Scientists Once Thought The Retinas Of The Dead Held Memories
There have been plenty of (ultimately misguided) attempts to understand the mysteries of human anatomy, from phrenology (reading head bumps) to optography.
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How Clara Adams Became An Aviation Pioneer Without Ever Flying A Plane
Most people don't think twice about hopping on a commercial flight to get from here to there. In the industry's beginnings, however, there was more trepidation.
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The Macabre Truth Of The Smell Of Fresh-Cut Grass
Human communication alone is a complex business, involving sight and sound, and the other senses, too. Come to find out that grass also communicates.
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Rock Hudson Called This Man His 'True Love'
Rock Hudson was one of the most popular actors in Hollywood history, with a career lasting decades. He was also a closeted gay man, terrified of being outed.
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Here's Who Inherited XXXTentacion's Money After He Died
XXXTentacion was just 20 years old when he was shot and killed in 2016. His complicated musical legacy and personal life resulted in a substantial estate.
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This Is The Most Money Ever Won On Jeopardy!
"Jeopardy!" has been a staple of American television off and on since the 1960s. The show's winning contestants are a fascinating group of individuals.
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The Fast Food Restaurant Discovered In Ancient Pompeii
The ancient Roman city of Pompeii was preserved by the fallout of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Archaeologists continue to unearth information.
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Who Really Invented The Microwave?
Microwave ovens are pretty much everywhere, from family kitchens to dorm rooms to convenience stores to restaurants. Its invention is credited to Percy Spencer.
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