What Orson Welles' On-Set Behavior Was Really Like
Orson Welles was a powerhouse talent of America's performing arts -- stage, radio, film. Most critics agree he was brilliant. Was he pleasant?
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This Is How Far Lucille Ball Got In School
If she had made it further in traditional school, in fact, Lucille Ball, who died in 1989, may have never become the beloved performer we remember today.
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This Is How The Baltimore Orioles Got Their Name
The Orioles are a Major League Baseball team based out of Baltimore, Maryland. Like a lot of sports teams, it didn't start nor originate out of that city.
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Whatever Happened To USA Skiing Star Picabo Street?
Some athletes take their success at the Olympics and turn it into a lengthy career in their chosen field. Others choose to return to a life of privacy.
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The Mysterious Death Of Alicia Showalter Reynolds Explained
On March 2, 1996, Alicia Showalter Reynolds left her Baltimore home to go shopping with her mother in Charlottesville, Virginia. She never made it.
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Does Jesus' Crown Of Thorns Still Exist Today?
Relics -- physical representations of faith -- have a mixed history. Provenance is often impossible to prove. That's true of Jesus' crown of thorns.
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The Truth About Walt Disney's Last Written Words
Walt Disney left behind an entertainment empire that has gone on to own, well, almost everything. He also left a mysterious note. Here's what it said.
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The Real Reason Ronnie Wood Refused Chemotherapy For His Cancer
Rolling Stones icon Ronnie Wood has had to face tremendous hardships of late. The death of Charlie Watts and a cancer diagnosis threw him for a loop.
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What Happened To The Pillow Killer?
Yvan Keller, who became known as the "Pillow Killer" as well as the "killer of the century," was born in Wittenheim, France, on December 13, 1960.
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What's The Difference Between Japanese Temples And Shrines?
Sometimes, while going to and fro, Japanese people will pause to stop by one of Japan's 160,000 combined shrines (Shinto) or temples (Buddhist).
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This Is How The Chicago White Sox Got Their Name
White Sox is most certainly a fitting name for a Major League Baseball team. However, the popular Chicago baseball team actually wears black socks.
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What Desi Arnaz's On-Set Behavior Was Really Like
Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz starred in "I Love Lucy," one of the most popular TV sitcoms of the '50s. However, sometimes off-screen things weren't so funny.
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Every Major Death In December 2021 Explained
Here are all the biggest names from around the globe—musicians, actors, athletes, broadcasters, filmmakers, writers, and visionaries—who died in December 2021.
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The Untold Truth Of Lot From The Bible
If all you know about Lot is that his wife turned to salt, or he tried to make an indecent proposal to save the dignity of some angels, there's more to him.
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Whatever Happened To Ink Master Season 3 Winner, Joey Hamilton?
Joey Hamilton won the third season of "Ink Master" in 2013.
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This Is How Far Dave Grohl Got In School
Dave Grohl dropped out of high school to pursue a music career.
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Nine Historical Events That Happened On New Years Eve
Often, the new year isn't revolutionary, but sometimes, it's rung in with tremendous change. These are nine historical events that happened on New Years Eve.
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Here's What Happens To Abandoned Oil Rigs
Oil rigs have long been understandably associated with immense environmental damage. When a rig is no longer of use, it presents a new challenge.
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The Truth About Queen Elizabeth And Princess Margaret's Relationship
Queen Elizabeth and her younger sister, Princess Margaret, were very close growing up. Despite the tension and drama of royal life, the sisters remained close.
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This Is How The San Diego Padres Got Their Name
The San Diego Padres have a history steeped in California's Spanish missions, and their name is rooted in that tradition. Here's how the Padres got their name.
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This Is How The New York Yankees Got Their Name
The Yankees are one of the most well-known teams in all of sports. They are worth billions, and people all over the world know who they are.
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Whatever Happened To USA Figure Skating Star Michelle Kwan?
Olympic figure skater Michelle Kwan didn't completely disappear from the public eye once she retired from skating. She now serves as an ambassador to Belize.
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This Is How Far Mick Jagger Got In School
There's no question that Mick Jagger is one of rock 'n' roll's most influential figures. Born on July 26, 1943, he is the son of a teacher and a homemaker.
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The Fruits Of The Holy Spirit Explained
For millennia, Christians have deemed the existence of the Holy Spirit, and its presence in the life of the believer, as a key point of Christian dogma.
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The Clinton Family Tree Explained
The Clintons are an American political family. They entered the famous stage to most people in the '90s, when Bill Clinton ran and became the 42nd president.
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This Is The Assassination Of King Umberto Of Italy Explained
King Umberto of Italy was assassinated in 1900, though it wasn't as surprising as it might sound. This is what led to King Umberto's assassination.
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Zen Buddhism: The History And Practices Explained
It's been hundreds of years since Buddhism spread from India to the entirety of Asia. Over the centuries, its core beliefs intermingled with multiple cultures.
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