What The Wine Made By Ancient Romans Really Tasted Like
"Use a little wine, for thy stomach's sake," says the First Epistle to Timothy in the New Testament. The citizens of Ancient Rome would have agreed.
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The Most Popular Alcohol In America 50 Years Ago
Alcohol-based drinks are as subject to fad and fashion as anything else. Think Martinis in the 1930s. The 1970s had their special concoctions, too.
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The Untold Truth Of Outlaw Felipe Espinosa
It can be hard to tell the fact from fiction in the case fo Felipe Espinosa, the 19th-century outlaw who went on a killing spree in the Colorado Territory.
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The Tragic Death Of Dana Plato From Diff'rent Strokes
Fame and fortune sometimes grace the lives of the very young. While that seems like a fairy tale, it doesn't always end well. Dana Plato is one example.
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Why People Think Meghan Markle Is Related To Serial Killer H.H. Holmes
Every family has its untidy secrets. The British Royal Family already has its share. But did Meghan Markle bring a new level of embarrassing ancestry with her?
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The Real Reason The Anasazi Civilization Disappeared
Kingdoms rise and kingdoms fall -- Egypt, Greece, Rome. The Americas were the site of civilizations as well, including the Aztecs and the mysterious Anasazi.
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The True Story That Inspired Catch Me If You Can
"Catch Me If You Can" was an enormously successful Steven Spielberg film, based on the memoir of the same name by Frank Abagnale Jr. A true story. Or was it?
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The Origins Of Ancient Norse Mythology Explained
The MCU has made extensive use of (and adapted) aspects of Norse mythology. As for the mythology itself, it has deep roots in Scandinavian culture and history.
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The Real Reason Rhode Island Was Founded
The real reason we have Rhode Island is because Roger Williams got cancelled. Here was the crazy idea that got him booted from Massachusetts.
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The Untold Truth Of Ann Rule
The true crime genre thrives, and late author Ann Rule is one of the figures most responsible for that ongoing obsession. This is the untold truth of Ann Rule.
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Why Andrew Jackson Had A 1,400 Pound Block Of Cheese In The White House
Fans of The West Wing may think Andrew Jackson was a cheese-loving altruist, but here's the real reason he had a 1,400 block of cheese in the White House.
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The Tragic Death Of Gary Coleman
When it comes to actors -- especially child actors -- it's tempting to wonder "Whatever became of --?" Some endings are sadder than others. Like Gary Coleman's.
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The Truth About The Real Philosopher's Stone
The Philosopher's Stone (or Sorcerer's Stone, in the U.S.) was an important plot point in the Harry Potter saga. Was there any truth behind it?
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The Biggest Scandals To Hit Moonshiners
"Reality TV" is undeniably TV -- it's the reality part that's sometimes called into question. Lots of series have been scrutinized, including "Moonshiners."
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The Kyle Rittenhouse Kenosha Verdict Explained
After a lengthy, emotional trial, a jury deliberated and delivered a verdict regarding charges against Kyle Rittenhouse. The verdicts were immediately examined.
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What It Was Really Like The Day Kobe Bryant Died
On January 26, 2020, Kobe Bryant and his daughter died in a helicopter crash. Fans, family, and colleagues mourned their loss.
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The Abraham Lincoln Theory That Would Change Everything
There are those who would tell you, quite sincerely, that Elvis and Michael Jackson faked their deaths and are still alive. Abraham Lincoln to the list.
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The Surprising Truth About Uyghur Muslim Refugees In America
The plight of China's Uyghur Muslim population continues to alarm compassionate people around the globe. What has the United States done to help?
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Here's What Happened To Sean Connery's Money After He Died
Hollywood lost a legend on October 31, 2020, when the family of Sean Connery announced the actor's death. What happened to his vast fortune?
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The Real Reason We Say 'Bite The Dust
Everything starts somewhere, including language. Some phrases just seem to have been around forever -- you know, like "bite the dust." What are the roots?
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Why Was Serial Killer Karla Homolka's Prison Term So Short?
You'll never hear a discussion about Canadian serial killers without the name Karla Homolka coming up. Why was her prison term so short, though?
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What Really Happened After Alexander The Great Died?
Kingdoms rise and kingdoms fall, and Alexander the Great's kingdom was no exception. What happened to what was then the world's greatest empire when he died?
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Why Eric Clapton Is Loathed By Other Musicians
Here's why several musicians have stated their dislike for Eric Clapton despite his legendary status.
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The Truth About The So-Called First Female Serial Killer In The US
A good storyteller will agree that the truth should never get in the way of an intriguing tale. For example, "America's first female serial killer."
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The Untold Truth Of Birthstones
Birthstones are a pretty easy entry point into jewelry, but things in the birthstone world can get complicated fast. This is the untold truth of birthstones.
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Why Americans Say Merry Christmas
A difference between the American English and British English comes in how we wish each other well during the nativity season.
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The Real Reason Turkey Makes You So Tired
Of course, toiling away before a hot stove isn't many people's idea of a good time but it's often how the holiday magic happens.
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