These Rare Byzantine Coins May Provide Proof Of A Massive Solar Event
A surprising discovery of rare Byzantine coins advances the notion that the cosmos and regular commerce previously intertwined. Here's the story.
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The Origin Of Haunted Houses Is Older Than You Think
There are those among us who not only enjoy a good scare, but will actually pay money for the privilege. Enter the entertainment phenomenon of haunted houses.
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What Really Happens When A Country Annexes Another?
Good fences make good neighbors, said the poet, but fences, or any other kind of boundary, don't necessarily stop one country from moving on another.
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Why Princess Diana's Former Bodyguard Says That She Changed People's Idea Of The Monarchy
Arguably one of the most beloved people to ever be a part of the British royal family was Princess Diana, who some say shifted the perception of monarchy.
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Inside Marlene Dietrich's Espionage FBI Files
Actor Marlene Dietrich is well-known for being a classic star of the silver screen, but she was also a patriot, whose road to service began with FBI suspicions.
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55 Days At Peking: Why The Classic Film Was One Of The Most Unstable Movies Ever Filmed
The 1963 war epic "55 Days at Peking" may have been nominated for Academy Awards, but that doesn't tell the story of the film and its drama behind the scenes.
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One Exoplanet's Discovery Reminded Scientists Of A Kevin Costner Movie
When the space telescope TESS returned data on an exoplanet named TOI-1452, it got scientists thinking again about a type of planet only speculated on before.
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The Strange History Of Madstones In Medicine
Throughout history, people have turned to various remedies for their ailments, including objects. As for madstones, here's what people thought they could do.
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How The Bangles Got Their Name
The Bangles have had an accomplished musical career, full of iconic songs that are still popular today. But the band came up with its name in an unexpected way.
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How The 1950s Red Scare Led To The Creation Of China's Missile And Space Program
While Nazi scientists were welcomed in the U.S. after World War II, scientist Qian Xuesen was deported to China, where he advanced the country's space research.
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How The World's Largest Airport Played An Unexpectedly Crucial Role In The Gulf War
The world's largest airport, located in Saudi Arabia, played an unexpectedly crucial role in the Gulf War. Here's how the airport featured in the war.
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Can You Really Die Of Old Age?
If you've been born, that means that, sooner or later, you, too, will die. But if it is later -- much, much later -- does that make a difference?
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The Eerie Quotes And Carvings You Can Find In The Paris Catacombs
Deep inside the Paris Catacombs, you'll find eerie quotes and carvings among this "empire of the dead." Read the messages the dead have left underneath Paris.
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The Messed Up Truth About The Paris Catacombs
There are a lot of famous places in Paris, but the creepiest might be the bone-filled tunnels beneath. This is the messed up truth about the Paris Catacombs.
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Terrifying Poisons And How They'll Kill You Horribly
Terrifying poisons and the horrible ways they kill.
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A Small Town In Mississippi Was The Site Of A Bizarre 1940s Crime Spree
It's said that some people will steal anything that isn't nailed down (and sometimes even then). And then there are the thieves who are -- collectors?
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Jimi Hendrix's Mentor Had One Major Criticism Of The Rock Legend
Jimi Hendrix was inspired by blues musician Albert King, but King actually had some scathing criticism of Hendrix. Here's what he said.
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The Untold Truth Of The Dick Van Dyke Show
The Dick Van Dyke Show was unlike anything viewers had ever seen before -- it was witty, intelligent, comedically sharp, and quite ahead of its time socially.
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The Story Of The Man Who Murdered His Family For A Woman He'd Never Even Met
Murdering another person is an act that most people find hard to understand, whether a crime of passion, or opportunity, or something else entirely.
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What Really Happens When You're Banned From A Sports Stadium For Life
We've all seen people get thrown out of sports stadiums, whether in person or on TV, but here's what actually happens when you're banned from a sports stadium.
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The Real Reason These Colors Are Associated With Halloween
St. Patrick's Day sees the world turn green; Valentine's Day is bedecked with red. But why is Halloween so consistently associated with certain colors?
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The Real Reason Coolio's Juggalo Tattoo Is Misspelled
The good thing about tattoos is that they're pretty much a part of your permanent record. The drawback, of course, is if there's an error in the inking.
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British Royal Residences You've Never Heard Of Before
British royalty certainly lives royally, but not always in palaces or castles. Here are some British royal residences you've never heard of before.
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Civil War Timeline Explained
The American Civil War was fought between the North and the South from 1861 to 1865. This is how the war started and its major turning points over four years.
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The Tragic Deaths Of Do The Right Thing Actor Danny Aiello's Children
Danny Aiello is one of cinema's most underrated acting talents. Unfortunately, the "Do the Right Thing" actor's children both died tragically.
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Picasso's Very First Word Will Not Shock You One Bit
Pablo Picasso is renowned for his painting, so his very first word probably won't come as a surprise to you. His first word was an allusion to an artistic tool.
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Why Dusty Springfield Allegedly Slapped Buddy Rich
When two outspoken, temperamental performers share a stage, things are bound to get emotional. Here's why Dusty Springfield allegedly slapped Buddy Rich.
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