This Famous Film Inspired David Bowie's Space Oddity
David Bowie's hypnotic "Space Oddity" was vast and otherworldly, and a product of its times; it was unleashed on the world just a few weeks before Apollo 11.
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The Mysterious Truth Of The Dutch Schultz Treasure
orn Arthur Flegenheimer in the Bronx, New York, this bootlegger quickly garnered a reputation for violence, which earned him the name Dutch Schultz.
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How Carl Jung Helped Inspire Alcoholics Anonymous
Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung was a pioneer in modern psychology. He founded analytical psychology, a field that emphasizes the individual's need for wholeness.
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The Real Reason No George Harrison Songs Were Featured In The Beatles' 1969 Rooftop Concert
By the time The Beatles played their now-iconic rooftop concert at the Apple Records headquarters in 1969, the bandmates' relationships were already frayed.
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Here's What The Amish Do On Vacation
The Amish can be found in various states in the U.S. but live in eastern states, with Pennsylvania and Ohio having the largest concentration.
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The Tragic Way Leonardo Da Vinci's Biggest Project Was Destroyed
Leonardo da Vinci is perhaps one of the greatest minds to ever grace the Earth. A true Renaissance man, da Vinci was an inventor, painter, scientist, and more.
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Did Jesus Have Siblings?
One of the most important figures in all of human history is Jesus of Nazareth, or Jesus Christ, and some believe he had siblings.
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The Sad Truth About The Kiss Nightclub Fire
It was January 27, 2013, and the last weekend of summer break for Brazilian college students, many headed to Kiss Nightclub to enjoy some moments of freedom.
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Why Kensington Palace Is Rumored To Be Haunted
Kensington Palace is filled with dozens of rooms, and servants and family members alike have reported ghost sightings within the lavish residence's walls.
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The Anti-Seatbelt Movement Explained
Though road safety has dramatically improved since their introduction, the dawning of seatbelt use in the 1980s often faced fierce opposition during the '80s.
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The Untold Truth Of Arlington's Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier
Despite its relatively young age, Arlington's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has a complex history. Discover the untold truth of this military memorial.
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Is There Any Physical Evidence That Noah's Ark Existed?
The flood narrative has fascinated researchers for centuries, and plenty of believers have looked for Noah's ark — without much luck — over the years.
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The Mysterious Death Of Christopher Marlowe
Christopher "Kit" Marlowe was a talented playwright and educated man and became a well-known face in the world of theater during the 1580s.
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When You Eat Poison Blowfish, This Is What Happens To Your Body
According to Savor Japan, poison blowfish (also known as fugu), is a delicacy that has been eaten in Japan for hundreds of years — despite its very real danger.
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The Reason John Lennon And Yoko Ono Sent Acorns To World Leaders
The desire for world peace has motivated many major artists throughout the 20th century and beyond, their message transmitted to the world through symbols.
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The Time Thieves Tried To Steal Sigmund Freud's Ashes
London's Golders Green Crematorium holds the last remains of numerous European luminaries, including the father of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud.
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The Truth About The Giant Necropolis Beneath The Vatican
The ancient underground graveyards contain ruins such as mausoleums and stone arches, along with a small dirt mound said to contain the bones of St. Peter.
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The Truth About The Time Thomas Jefferson Fought Pirates
Thomas Jefferson is known for his role in writing the Declaration of Independence, his tenure as the third U.S. president, and his slave ownership.
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The Truth About The Secret Room In Coughton Court
Coughton Court, a grand British estate, has been the home of the Throckmorton family since 1409, and a secret room was built into the tower of the gatehouse.
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World Leaders Keep Giving Putin These Unusual Gifts
Since Vladimir Putin was first elected in 2000, he is the benefactor of multiple puppies that have been offered to him by military and government leaders.
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How Rabbits Once Nearly Assassinated Napoleon
Rabbits almost bested the French military leader Napoleon Bonaparte, who commanded most of Europe during the early 19th century.
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The Real Reason Leonardo Da Vinci Disappeared For Two Years
Five hundred years after his death, the worlds of art, science, and history are still trying to plumb the depths of Leonardo da Vinci.
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The Mysterious Skeleton Discovered In Northern Ireland's Hillsborough Castle
On the grounds of Hillsborough Castle, Elizabeth II's royal residence in Northern Ireland, a group of archaeologists discovered a mysterious skeleton in 2016.
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How Ernest Hemingway Predicted His Own Death
Was the Hemingway curse real? It may not matter, especially since many in the family — including Ernest — seemed to have accepted it as their ultimate fate.
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Did The Ancient Carthaginians Sacrifice Their Own Children?
Carthage was an ancient city-state that was one of the most wealthy and powerful civilizations of the classical world. Yet, did they practice human sacrifice?
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The Crazy Story Of The Scientist Who Sold Nukes To Everyone
Pakistan owes its nuclear weapons to Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan. Also known as A.Q. Khan, this scientist created a Pakistani nuclear bomb and sold secret technology.
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This Is The Exact Number Of Minutes Your Brain Can Function After You Die
The human brain is a remarkable organ. As stubborn as the brain is, though, it certainly seems capable of persisting after the body's death.
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