The Stolen Money That Became A Windfall For Joel Osteen's Plumber
It's said that virtue is its own reward -- that feeling you get from having done the right thing. Of course, a monetary reward is also a pretty good reward.
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Where Do Scientists Say Is Probably The Coldest Spot In Our Solar System?
The coldest spot in our Solar System, surprisingly, isn't on one of the planets but in a faraway body called the Oort Cloud, as cold as minus 450 Fahrenheit.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Perry Como
Perry Como was well-liked, but that doesn't mean the iconic crooner simply coasted through life. This is the tragic real-life story of Perry Como.
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The Truth About Actual Awarded Damages In A Civil Lawsuit
When someone sues for millions, they may be awarded money — but it might not be anywhere near how much they sought. Why is that?
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Why Fascists Once Tried To Ban Pasta In Italy
Imagine trying to ban popcorn at the movies. Hot dogs at the ballpark. Worse? Trying to get an entire country to dump its culinary foundation: Italy, and pasta.
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The Oldest Recorded Drum In History Is Over 7500 Years Old
Drums are a staple of any musical group, and one of the oldest instruments in existence. The oldest drum in recorded history is over 7,500 years old.
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Inside The Eerie Abandoned Underground Soviet City Under Tbilisi
The threat of nuclear war was the catalyst for the building of vast underground bunkers, including the eerie abandoned underground Soviet city under Tbilisi.
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The Most Endangered Lakes In America
Impacted by climate change, many of America's lakes are heavily polluted, and with no solution in sight, they are in danger of disappearing forever.
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How Iggy Pop Got His Name
Here's the story of how a teenage musician named James Newell Osterberg Jr. got the now-legendary stage name of Iggy Pop.
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12 Biggest Pride Parades In The World
From a tradition that began in 1969, to one of the most important global events. Where are the biggest Pride parades this year?
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Do Living US Presidents Actually Get Along?
Being president of the United States is a unique position, with few people who have lived the role. Do those former presidents consult, or even get along?
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Here's What William Henry Harrison Did During His Month As President
William Henry Harrison, the ninth president of the United States, was elected in 1840 along with vice-presidential candidate John Tyler. Here's what he did.
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Whatever Happened To The Suitcase Killer Melanie McGuire's Two Children?
The Suitcase Killer Melania McGuire is known for putting her husband's dismembered body inside three suitcases. Here's what happened to the Suitcase Killer.
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Thumbscrew Torture Is Actually Worse Than It Sounds
Thumbscrew torture was used throughout the centuries to elicit confessions from the accused. It wouldn't kill you, but it's actually worse than it sounds.
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Here's What Would Happen If Leap Years Weren't A Thing
Some argue that time is just an artificial construct. Others say it's the fourth dimension. The question becomes, how do we measure its passage -- accurately?
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The 10-Year-Old Boy That Got Apollo 11 Back To Earth Safely
The successful Apollo 11 moon mission would not have been possible without the help of a 10-year-old boy, who. helped the astronauts return safely to Earth.
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Is It Really Possible To Clone Dinosaurs?
It's unlikely you'll be seeing any live dinosaurs anytime soon. Here are some of the reasons why, and some tantalizing solutions the future may hold.
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Why Are Goats Synonymous With Satan?
Goats are having a moment in the U.S. as they are regarded as cute, playful creatures, so why for centuries have they been synonymous with Satan?
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The Truth About Johnny Depp's Relationship With Paul McCartney
Towards the end of the Amber Heard/Johnny Depp defamation trial, it seemed like former Beatles frontman Paul McCartney signaled his support for Depp -- but why?
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How The Baton Rouge Serial Killer Was Taken Down By A Victim's Fingernails
Known as the Baton Rouge killer, Derrick Todd Lee is thought to have killed at least seven women between 1998 and 2003. Here's how he was taken down.
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Stephen Hawking's Warning About Climate Change Is Scarier Than You Think
Stephen Hawking gave a dire warning about climate change that the world should pay attention to. According to him, climate change is scarier than we think.
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Why John Cena Used To Have To Sleep In His Car
Whether you can see him or not, John Cena has worked hard to achieve success, both in sports entertainment and Hollywood. But everybody has to start somewhere.
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The Story Of Cardea: The Goddess Of Door Hinges
This lesser-known tale in Roman mythology is quite odd, but at the time, Cardea was seen as an important god back in the day. Here's her story.
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What Life Was Really Like During The Middle Ages
In the time of the plague and the rise of organized religion, rural life was the norm, city life was growing, and everyday life looked a lot different.
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Details About Rasputin's Hygiene That Really Shouldn't Be Ignored
Some thought of him as "Miniature Christ." Others preferred "Mad Monk." More than 100 years after his death, information continues to emerge about Rasputin.
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What Happened To Michael Peterson From The Staircase?
Peterson was the subject of the Netflix miniseries The Staircase, which documented his eventual conviction and imprisonment for his wife's murder.
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The Real Reason The Long Island Serial Killer Murders Remain Unsolved
The mystery of the bodies found around Gilgo Beach continues to haunt Long Island. What's the real reason the Long Island serial killer murders remain unsolved?
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