What Do The Number Alarms Mean For A Fire?
Numbers provide a handy way of measuring all manner of phenomena, from height to weight to length and more besides, including the severity of an emergency.
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Jennifer Bastian's Murder Was Solved By A Detective Whose Career Was Inspired By The Crime
Jennifer Bastian was 13 when she was killed. Thanks to DNA evidence, the crime was solved decades later by a detective whose career was inspired by the crime.
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Why The Mother Of One Of Jeffrey Dahmer's Victims Is Worried About This Halloween
Released on Netflix in September, "Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story" is the second most-viewed series on the platform ever. But not everyone is thrilled.
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What Were The Only Human Remains Recovered From The La Brea Tar Pits?
The La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles have been the subject of curious tourists as well as research scientists for decades, excavating relics of the distant past.
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The WW1 Battle That Changed The US Military Forever
Europe was not banking on much help from the U.S. upon their entry into WW1. But, after this battle, the world viewed the new nation's army very differently.
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The World's Cosmic Ocean Myths Explained
Because there are so many examples of primordial, cosmic ocean myths from every corner of the globe, we're going to focus on some main ones.
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The Monster Mash's Lesser-Known Sequels Are So Bad They're Good
Nothing succeeds like success (or excess, depending), so it's no surprise that a monster hit like 1962's "Monster Mash" spawned more than a few follow-ups.
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Stacey Abrams: 12 Facts About The Politician
Becoming the first Black female minority leader in Georgia's House of Representatives was one of many "firsts" for Stacey Abrams. Here is her story.
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The Real Story Behind Steely Dan's Kid Charlemagne
The real story behind Steely Dan's Kid Charlemagne has to do with an underground icon who was behind much of the LSD that shaped the '60s counterculture.
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How Are Football Goal Posts Designed To Withstand Surging Fans?
Tearing down goal posts may seem like a strange way to celebrate an important victory, but the intersection between emotions and sports is a strange thing.
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WWII's Violence Didn't Prevent A German And English Pilot From Becoming Lifelong Friends
World War II was one of the deadliest conflicts in recorded history, but it didn't prevent these two pilots on opposite sides from becoming friends.
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Inside The Power Struggle For Conservative Platform Parler
Kanye West, aka Ye, says he's going to buy the conservative social media platform Parler. Here's a look inside the company's ongoing power struggle.
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Why Alaska's Snow Crab Shortage Is So Scary, According To Scientists
Whether or not you are partial to a delicious plate of crab legs, you should be concerned about the sudden dramatic decline of Alaska's snow crab population.
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The Tragic 1919 Death Of Prince John Of The United Kingdom
The British royal monarchy has been no stranger to tragedy within the family, and the premature death of Prince John is one of those tragic stories.
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The Longest-Married American President In History
The longest-married president in U.S. history is Jimmy Carter, who has been married to Rosalynn Carter for over 75 years. This is their story.
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How An Escaped Victim Saved The Botched Investigation Of An Alleged Kansas City Serial Killer
A botched police investigation into an alleged serial killer in Kansas City was saved by an escaped victim, who provided valuable information.
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The History Of South Korea's Mandatory Conscription
South Korea requires all able-bodied male citizens to serve in the military for a minimum of 18 months.
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The Alternative To Conscription For South Korea's Conscientious Objectors Can Be Likened To Jail
As global superstars BTS begin the process of fulfilling their mandatory military service in South Korea, one might wonder what the alternative is to serving.
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Tragic Details About The House Of The Dragon Cast
"House of the Dragon" obviously pays great attention to casting and many of the actors portraying the tormented characters have firsthand experience of tragedy.
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Who Is Charles Manson Follower Patricia Krenwinkel?
Patricia Krenwinkel was 21 years old when she was arrested in 1969 for her part in the Tate-LaBianca murders. She is California's longest-serving female inmate.
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The Most Endangered Rivers In America
There are plenty of environmental issues that cause dire but more localized problems. So it often is with rivers. Here are the most endangered rivers in the US.
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What Is The Real Significance Of Flowers At A Funeral?
With the passing of a loved one comes many different ways of laying the deceased to rest. So what is the real significance of flowers at a funeral?
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What It's Like To Be A Woman In Iran
Mahsa Amini's death in police custody sparked global protests demanding equality for Iranian women. Here's what it's like to be a woman in Iran today.
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Why A Group Of Black Psychiatrists Wanted Racism Defined As A Mental Disorder
Claiming a new mental illness, in general, incites debate, but this is especially true with an issue as politically barbed as racial prejudice.
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Why Colonel Parker Sold 'I Hate Elvis' Buttons
Colonel Tom Parker could find a money-making opportunity anywhere, and surprisingly, he found it in the pockets of people who loathed Elvis.
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Things Rock Stars Were Buried With
While some famous musicians were buried with keepsakes anyone could understand not wanting to leave behind, others decided to go a much more rock-star route.
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Controversial Things About Famous Romance Novelists
Throughout history, criticisms of romance novelists pertain almost entirely to the sensual and sometimes scandalous matter of their books.
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