This Director Holds The Guinness World Record For Most Oscar Nominations
The Academy Awards continues to honor the most talented and beloved in a range of fields. So which director has the most Oscar nominations?
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The Origin Of The Phrase 'Heard It Through The Grapevine'
The phrase 'heard it through the grapevine' has a few origin stories, most of which date back to the American Civil War.
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Here's Who Inherited Robin Williams' Estate After He Died
Robin Williams took his own life in 2014, and in the wake of the tragic loss, his family found itself at odds over who would inherit what. Here's what happened.
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How Pablo Escobar Was Able To Hide His Fortune From Police
Criminals have long been trying to stay one step ahead of law enforcement to keep their ill-gotten money safe. Here's how Pablo Escobar did it.
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Here's Who Inherited Michael Jackson's Money After He Died
The King of Pop, better known as Michael Jackson, died at the age of 50 on June 25, 2009. Here's who inherited his money after he died.
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Why You Rarely Hear About Owl City Nowadays
Synthesizing electronic dance music and pop songwriting, Owl City found success on the internet. Here's why you rarely hear about the group nowadays.
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Where You Are Most Likely To Find Matt Dillon These Days
Matt Dillon was one of the hottest properties in Hollywood. But where is he these days? How has he been since those heady days in the 1980s?
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The Untold Truth Of Method Man
Undoubtedly, much of the group's appeal to listeners in the early days was thanks to Clifford Smith, aka Method Man. Here's his untold truth.
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Why Do Serial Killers Like Lighting Things On Fire?
The making of a serial killer hinges on a lot of factors, and it usually starts with the exhibition of certain disturbing behaviors.
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The Untold Truth Of Native American War Bonnets
War bonnets are of great significance in Native American cultures.
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What The Americas Were Like Before Columbus Showed Up
Before the arrival of Christopher Columbus, the Americas were a diverse and fascinating place. This is what the Americas were like before Columbus showed up.
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How The Ancient Romans Made Ice
It used to be said that the rich got their ice in the summer and the poor in the winter, so it balanced out. Was that also true during the Roman Empire?
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This Was The First American President To Resign
Scandal has been the undoing of many a career, whether in business, the arts, the military, or even -- perhaps especially -- national politics.
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Surprising Things That Could Get You Executed In North Korea
North Korea is arguably the most autocratic country in the world, ranking dead last on The Economist's annual Democracy Index.
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The Verdict In The Murder Of Ahmaud Arbery Explained
Shortly before Thanksgiving in November 2021, all three men accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery were found guilty of murder and now await sentencing.
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The Most Disliked Video On YouTube Has Over 220 Million Views
"YouTube Rewind 2018: Everyone Controls Rewind," had 19,124,328 dislikes as of April 22, 2021, and was "widely pilloried."
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'60s Rock Stars Accused Of Serious Crimes
Rock stars of the '60s weren't beyond reproach, many committing or allegedly committing crimes. Here are some '60s rock stars accused of serious crimes.
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The Origin Behind The Phrase Run-Of-The-Mill
Every day you utter dozens of idioms, proverbs, and figures of speech that would not make any sense to a non-native speaker, yet are uttered without a thought.
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Here's Who Inherited John F. Kennedy Jr.'s Money After He Died
The life of John F. Kennedy Jr. — the child of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy — tragically came to an end on July 16, 1999.
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The Strange Things Grace Kelly Had To Do To Become A Princess
There are fewer royal families these days than there used to be, but there are still requirements that go with the job, especially if you marry into it all.
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What You Didn't Know About Cleopatra's Writing
The name Cleopatra immediately evokes a sense of mystery, accomplishment, beauty, even myth. Add to that list the title "Cleopatra: Author."
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This Was Anthony Bourdain's Favorite City In The World
Before his 2018 death, Anthony Bourdain lived a life that most would envy. Besides being a beloved TV host, he was a chef and a best-selling author.
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The Tragic Murder Of Playboy Playmate Dorothy Stratten
Fame comes quickly for some, especially in the performing arts. Unfortunately, it's often followed closely by tragedy, like the story of Dorothy Stratten.
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Dan Aykroyd's Relationship With Carrie Fisher Explained
Dan Aykroyd and Carrie Fisher first met on the set of "Saturday Night Live" in November 1978, and their relationship would continue to blossom over the years.
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The Real Reason Delmarva Never Became A State
If you're familiar with the Eastern Maryland shoreline, with its sweeping steely skies and scattered beach towns, you've likely heard the term Delmarva.
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The Messed Up Truth Of Serial Killer John Christie
In the 1950s, Notting Hill, London, was home to cheap flats and slums. And a few gruesome murders. Here is the messed up truth of serial killer John Christie.
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The Only American Presidents To Be Assassinated
Trying to accomplish political change through assassination is, thankfully, a rarity in American history. So far, four chief executives have been assassinated.
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