What We Know About The Decision To Permanently Seal Bob Saget's Autopsy Records
A circuit judge in Orlando, Florida, ruled to permanently seal comedian Bob Saget's autopsy records. Here's what we know about the decision.
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Who Is Murphy's Law Named After?
For those not familiar, Murphy's Law states that "Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong" (or something like that — there's no agreed-upon official syntax).
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Why Some Fireflies Synchronize Their Flashing Lights
FIreflies have name recognition, whether it's the song by Owl City or the short-lived sci-fi series. Turns out fireflies might recognize each other, too.
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What Happened To Dorothea Puente's Victim James Gallop?
Dorothea Puente posed as a sweet and altruistic old lady, renting rooms primarily to those who were down on their luck and needed a place to stay.
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This Is Billy Idol's Real Name
Billy Idol is synonymous with punk, spikey blond hair, and an anti-establishment attitude. But, his real name, may be more mundane than this moniker suggests.
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The World's Worst Man-Made Disasters
Man-made disasters are a bitter betrayal, with life and limb possibly spared with a little forward-thinking. Here are some of the worst man-made disasters.
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The Horrific True Story Behind The Girl From Plainville
Text messages between Conrad Roy and Michelle Carter resulted in her conviction. This is the horrific true story behind Hulu's "The Girl from Plainville."
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The Real Reason Russian Presidents Have Lifetime Immunity Now
There are those who take very seriously the idea of abiding by the rule of law. And then there are those who simply change the rules they don't like.
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The Origin Of Downtown Chicago's The Loop Nickname
Numerous cities have nicknames they celebrate (and some they try to live down). That's also true of specific sections or neighborhoods of cities.
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The Bizarre Case Of Paul Joseph Fronczak's Kidnapping
The abduction of Paul Joseph Fronczak immediately became national news, and everyone was looking for him. So what happened? You won't believe it.
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Why Do We Use The Word Dad For Father?
The word "dad" is nothing like the word "father" but it's a word that millions of people use. The origins of "dad," however, has a baby-babbling history.
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What Does A No-Fly Zone Mean And Why Is It Hard To Implement?
Ukraine has asked for NATO to declare a no-fly zone over the embattled nation, but what does a no-fly zone mean and why is it hard to implement?
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What Really Solved The 62-Year-Old Cold Case Of Little Miss Nobody
For more than six decades, an unknown child was only known only by the monikers Jane Yavapai Doe and "Little Miss Nobody." Now, she has been identified.
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The Only Two Presidents Buried At Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery is the final resting place for many military personnel. It's also the grave site of several significant government figures.
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The Mystery Of Why Paul Newman Showed Up On Richard Nixon's Opponents List
Richard Nixon's "Opponents List" is exactly what it sounds like - a list of people his administration deemed to be a threat. On that list was one Paul Newman.
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Inside Brittney Beers' Kidnapping
On September 16, 1997, 6-year-old Brittney Beers was riding her bike around her Sturgis, Michigan apartment complex. Not long after, she suddenly disappeared.
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How The Water Cooler Was Invented
Human beings (and many other creatures as well) require water -- the cleaner, the better. Ease of access is important, too. Hence: the office water cooler.
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This Is What The Compound Eye Of A Fly Actually Sees
Flies are great at escaping human attempts to squash them, and that's largely thanks to their compound eye. This is what the eye of a fly actually sees.
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Where Did The Phrase Fall Off The Wagon Come From?
There are those who are always willing to let the good times roll, especially in terms of a drink or three. For others, recreational alcohol is abhorrent.
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The Unusual Death Of Don Kemp
In 1982, an abandoned SUV was found in rural Wyoming. Its doors were open, its engine was running, and clothing was scattered around it. It was Don Kemp's.
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The True Story Of Charley Ross' Kidnapping
The kidnapping and attempted ransom of 4-year-old Charley Ross was the first sensational child abduction case in U.S. history. Here is the true story.
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Mythbusters Reveals If You Can Make Someone Pee In Their Sleep By Dipping Their Hand In Water
MythBusters once tested whether dipping a person's hand in water will cause the person to urinate involuntarily. So, can one be forced to wet the bed?
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Why Isaac Hayes Filed For Bankruptcy
Perhaps performing artists know better than anyone that one success doesn't necessarily translate into a lifetime of upward career trajectory.
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The Most Dangerous Serial Killers Netflix Hasn't Done A Series On Yet
While there are multiple serial killer documentaries and docuseries that are exclusive to Netflix, there are countless others still left to be told.
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The History Of How The Classic Piña Colada Cocktail Got Its Name
Pina coladas are one of the world's most popular and well-known cocktails, but where did they actually come from? This is the history of how it got its name.
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Are People Cremated With Clothing?
Funeral customs, including how to deal with the dead, vary from age to age and culture to culture. One that's growing in popularity in the U.S. is cremation.
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The Alleged Haunted History Of Adele's Home
You're looking at a property to rent. Seems perfect. It's in good shape, great location. It's older. It has a history. But does it also come with ghosts?
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