The Greek Myth That Inspired The Movie Labyrinth
Fantasy movies often use some elements of Greek mythology. Take the movie "Labyrinth," which starred Jennifer Connelly and the late David Bowie.
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The Sleepwalking Murder Defense Explained
The sleepwalking defense is a way of pleading not guilty, where the perpetrator admits to the act but claims they had no control over their actions.
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Here's Who Inherited Gary Coleman's Money After He Died
Actor Gary Coleman was small but a larger-than-life entertainer, earning tremendous fame when he starred on the sitcom "Diff'rent Strokes" from 1978 to 1986.
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What Really Happens When A Country Boycotts The Olympics
The Biden administration may be on the verge of announcing that it will be invoking a so-called "diplomatic boycott" of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.
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How Historically Accurate Is The Movie Lincoln?
With 2012's "Lincoln,"Steven Spielberg provided an overview of Abraham Lincoln's final year as president and the policy he enacted in it.
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The British Legend That Inspired Padfoot In Harry Potter
From J.K. Rowling's imagination, the Harry Potter series of books tell the story of a boy wizard named Harry and the magical adventures that befall him.
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The Mythology Behind The Virgo Constellation Explained
It's usually easy to tell what season it is — aside from how hot or cold it is. All it takes is looking up at the sky and looking for the constellation Virgo.
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Here's Who Inherited Luke Perry's Money After He Died
The world was shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of actor Luke Perry, who suffered a massive stroke in March 2019 and died at the age of 52.
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Tragic Details About Pete Burns
Pete Burns, who founded the band Dead or Alive in the 1980s, had a successful career as a musician, singer, songwriter, and television personality.
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This Spell In Harry Potter Was Named After A Greek Myth
Harry Potter has been inspired by the folklore of Western Europe and the British Isles. Where did J.K. Rowling find inspiration for the name of this spell?
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Gary Coleman's Childhood Health Struggles Explained
Known for playing Arnold Jackson on the hit show "Diff'rent Strokes," Gary Coleman was once one of the highest paid child actors. Tragically, he died in 2010.
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The Mythology Behind The Scorpio Constellation Explained
Scorpio, also known as Scorpius when the zodiac symbol is referred to as its constellation, lies on the ecliptic between Libra and Sagittarius.
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Christmas Traditions People Used To Follow 100 Years Ago
The 1920s ushered in new Christmas traditions but also borrowed heavily from the past. Here are Christmas traditions that were popular 100 years ago.
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The Real Reason The Maccabees Broke Up
The Maccabees broke up in 2016 after more than a decade of making music together.
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The Most Notable Ex-Rockettes
The high standards of the troupe explain why so many Rockettes have gone on to be successful, influential women. Here's a list of the most notable ex-Rockettes.
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Places On Earth That Have No Laws
There are a few places on earth that aren't ruled by a governing body.
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Here's Why Bob Dole Was Always Seen Holding A Pen
Bob Dole was well known for many things, and always holding a pen in his right hand is one of them. Why did he do this?
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What Was Bob Dole's Net Worth When He Died?
Bob Dole died on December 5, 2021. Dole also left behind a considerable amount of wealth that he accumulated over the course of his life.
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The Real Reason The Smiths Broke Up
Here's why The Smiths decided to break up in 1987 after a successful five-year run as one of England's top rock acts.
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The Christmas Song You Are Based On Your Zodiac Sign
Every zodiac sign is thought to bestow certain personality traits. And each of those signs has a Christmas song that speaks to them on an astrological level.
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The True Story That Inspired Moneyball
When a movie claims to tell a true story, it's a pretty safe bet that the actual history was adjusted here and there. "Moneyball" is no exception.
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What We Know About The Earliest Christmas Celebrations
Many early Christmas traditions came from older holidays. This is what we know about the earliest Christmas celebrations, and where they came from.
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This Was The First President To Ride In A Car
It wasn't until after the turn of the 21st century that presidents riding in cars became a part of daily life for those who hold the office. Who was the first?
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What Really Happened After William Henry Harrison Died?
After William Henry Harrison died, a crucial function of the federal government became a matter of debate.
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This Is How Old These People Were When They Were Assassinated
Throughout history, varying leaders have been killed for reasons both personal and political. This is how old these people were when they were assassinated.
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The Real Reason They Couldn't Say Pregnant On I Love Lucy
The word 'pregnant' was apparently too much to bear for 'I Love Lucy' execs, so other words like 'expecting' were used instead.
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The Mythological Figures That Inspired Tonks' Name In Harry Potter
A popular character from the Harry Potter series bears a name from Greek mythology, Nymphadora "Dora" Tonks Lupin, who famously goes by her last name.
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