The Railroad 'Hobo Code' Explained
The railroad 'hobo code' was a form of communication that many experiencing homelessness in the early 20th century used. Here is the hobo code, explained.
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How Accurate Is The 1973 Movie Badlands?
Here's how the 1973 film "Badlands" compares to the story that inspired it -- the crimes of Charles Starkweather and Caril Ann Fugate.
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The Bizarre Story Of Monkeys That Went Missing After A Crash
In 1995, a pickup truck collided with a dump truck transporting monkeys, and the monkeys spilled out onto the street before some went completely missing.
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This Is How Cheech And Chong Met
Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, the comedic duo known for their love of weed, met in the late 1960s at the most appropriate of places.
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Alanis Morisette's First Album Wasn't What You Think
Alanis Morissette shot to stardom with her 1995 album "Jagged Little Pill." But this hit factory was not her first album and came with quite the image change.
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Where Does Dave Grohl Live And How Big Is His House?
Dave Grohl has managed to use his success to move around into oceanfront properties, including his new house in Hawaii during the pandemic.
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What Happened To JonBenét Ramsey's Parents?
In December 1996, John and Patsy Ramsey became the topic of national news following the unexplained murder of their child, 6-year-old JonBenét Ramsey.
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The Difference Between A State And Federal Crime Explained
We often hear about state and federal crimes, but people don't usually know the difference. These are the major differences between state and federal crimes.
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What Really Happens To Your Body When You Get A Tattoo
What really happens to your body when you get a tattoo? Lots of weird, weird stuff. Buckle up, buttercup.
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An In-Depth Look At Yoko Ono's Relationship With Julian Lennon
John Lennon once said to Julian Lennon "Sean was the product of love. You were the product of a whiskey bottle." Was Yoko's relationship with Julian as awful?
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The Real Reason Paul McCartney Didn't Invite Julian Lennon To His Wedding
In 2011, Julian publicly lashed out at his father's former bandmates when he didn't get invited to Paul McCartney's nuptials. Here's the truth.
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Inside eBay's Underground Haunted Doll Economy
Harry Houdini devoted time and energy to debunking them. The creator of Sherlock Holmes was a believer. The spirit world, complete with visitations.
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How Many Times Has Macaulay Culkin Been Arrested?
Macaulay Culkin was one of the most beloved child actors of his generation, but he had trouble off-screen. Here's how many times he was arrested.
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The Surprising Hollywood Rule Inspired By Clint Eastwood
Clint Eastwood is a true Hollywood icon, so it's not surprising that an industry rule was inspired by him.
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What Happens When You Drink Too Much Water?
Water is essential to cell-building, temperature regulation, and other bodily processes. But how much H2O must you drink? What happens if you drink too much?
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The History Of The Drink Coaster
The ubiquitous drinks coaster sits humbly at your local bar waiting to hold your drink. Yet, the history of this little friend has to do with bugs and ads.
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How A Stalker Inspired One Of Blondie's Most Famous Songs
One of Blondie's most popular songs was inspired by an ex-boyfriend who stalked her.
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The Weirdest Ways Spies Have Been Caught
Being in the espionage game doesn't automatically guarantee stealth and expertise. Here are some spies who got caught in weird ways.
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How Many Times Was Muhammad Ali Arrested?
Muhammad Ali is widely considered to be the greatest boxer of all time, but he also had troubles outside the ring, resulting in one arrest for draft evasion.
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This Is How 3D Glasses Really Work
3D technology has changed a bit over the last century, but the foundation of how 3D glasses really work still starts with the way the eyes function.
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The Unusual Way Baby Birds Breathe Inside Their Eggs
It's not at all obvious how developing birds get oxygen, but heres' the unusual way baby birds breathe inside their eggs.
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Milton Hershey's Interesting Connection To The Titanic
Milton Hershey, inventor of Hershey's Chocolate, was almost a passenger on the Titanic but instead departed Europe earlier, thereby avoiding a tragic fate.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Chris Rock
Chris Rock has had his ups and downs, from divorce and childhood trauma to getting slapped by Will Smith. Here is his tragic real-life story.
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The Chilling Murder Of Bill Cosby's Son Ennis
Bill Cosby's son Ennis was shot to death in 1997 while changing a flat tire. His parents say the chilling murder was racially motivated.
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Why David Bowie Once Turned Down A Chance To Perform At The Olympics
David Bowie, one of the U.K.'s most legendary musical artists, declined to perform at the 2012 London Olympics. Here's why he turned down the opportunity.
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Why Most Of Russia's Oligarchs Aren't Speaking Out Against Vladimir Putin
Global sanctions against Russia for the Russo-Ukraine war are largely targeting Russia's oligarchs, but not many are speaking out against the war. Here's why.
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What Was The Last Album Janis Joplin Recorded Before She Died?
"Pearl" was the last album Janis Joplin recorded before she died, and it was released posthumously since she died before finishing all the songs.
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