Everything We Know About The Doctor Who Helped Find Osama Bin Laden
Dr. Shakil Afridi is thought to be directly responsible for helping the CIA pinpoint the location of terrorist Osama bin Laden within his compound in Pakistan.
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This Former U.S. President Had The Most Pets
This presidents menagerie included 11 horses, six dogs, five guinea pigs, two cats, one pig, one badger, one macaw, one bear, one hen, one rabbit, and many more
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How Were Vestal Virgins Chosen?
A group of female priestesses who worshipped Vesta, the goddess of the hearth, the Vestal Virgins' main priority was keeping the sacred fire burning.
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The Reason Bela Lugosi Turned Down The Role Of Frankenstein
Although Bela Lugosi had starred in an impressive number of films since his career began in 1917, his role as Count Dracula made him a household name.
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Disturbing Details Found In Janis Joplin's Autopsy Report
Powerhouse rock and blues singer, Janis Joplin, is infamously a member of the "27 Club," the unofficial term for long list of stars that died tragically young.
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The Forgotten History Of The LaserDisc Player
When a laser disc player was first demonstrated in 1972, it was a pioneering technology that led to the possibilities that came after.
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The Secret Every Street Racer Knows To Avoid Cops
For as long as cars have a been around, people have been using them not just to get from here to there, but to race them. But the practice can be dangerous.
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This Is How Many People Died In The Pentagon Attack On 9/11
September 11, 2001, remains one of the worst days in American history. On that day, a group of terrorists carried out separate, coordinated terrorist attacks.
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Why FDR Once Served Hot Dogs To The King And Queen Of England
When President Franklin D. Roosevelt welcomed the king and queen of England, he fed them an American classic, the much-loved hot dog.
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The Surprising Thing Ronnie Van Zant Is Buried With
On October 17, 1977, Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd released their fifth studio album titled "Street Survivors." Only three days later, tragedy struck.
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The Truth About The Deadly 1970 Bhola Cyclone
The area around the Bay of Bengal is known for its intense tropical storms, made worse by the low elevations and dense population around Bangladesh.
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Here's How Many People Live In The Most Densely Populated City On Earth
Approximately 7.9 billion people live on Earth today, and CNN reported that 37% are in China and India. China is currently the most populated country.
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Here's How Joseph Stalin Would've Looked In Color
Born into poverty in 1878, Joseph Stalin would become the dictator of the Soviet Union and be remembered for his ruthless reign of terror.
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The Weird Thing Done With Gladiator Sweat In The Roman Empire
Slaves who became gladiators were frowned upon by society, but some became popular due to their skills and were treated like sports stars.
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The Tragic Death Of Former NFL Player Keith McCants
Keith McCants, a former All-American at the University of Alabama who played six seasons in the NFL, was found dead on Thursday morning. He was 53.
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Animas Forks: The Truth About This Colorado Ghost Town
In 1873, the Brunot Agreement, forged between the Ute Tribe and the United States government, gave the United States access to 3.7 million acres of land.
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Why Some People Are Convinced Amelia Earhart Survived Her Plane Crash
The Coast Guard and Navy worked to locate any sign of the missing plane, but after two weeks, the U.S. government declared Earhart and Noonan lost at sea.
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The Real Reason ABBA Is Releasing A New Album After 40 Years
Now, 40 years after the release of their last album, ABBA has decided to release new music together, according to a press release from the band.
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How Kirk Hammett Really Feels About The Black Album
Metallica Kirk Hammett recently opened up about the Black Album\ and revealed how he really feels about the record's enduring legacy.
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The Untold Truth Of The Eagles
As one might guess, an epic band like the Eagles has a story to tell about their rise to fame. Read on for the untold truth about the Eagles.
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Most Dangerous Animals In Africa
The allure of the great animals of Africa is exciting. But don't get too close, since many of these animals are quite dangerous.
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The Dark History Of Poena Cullei Execution
Humans have come up with some really bizarre ways to kill each other, but the Ancient Roman punishment of poena cullei was especially weird.
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The Biggest Disasters In Space History
Space exploration didn't reach where it is today without a number of unfortunate accidents and fatalities. Here are the biggest disasters in space history.
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The Truth About The Deadly Battersea Big Dipper Crash
In 1972, tragedy struck at England's Battersea Park Fun Fair when the Big Dipper roller coaster derailed, killing five children and injuring 13.
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Why Universal Didn't Want To Cast Bela Lugosi As Count Dracula
The character of Dracula has been portrayed by several actors throughout the years in various adaptations of stories about the blood-sucking count.
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How This Nearly Decapitated Woman Survived Her Assault
Alison Botha is no different in many ways from the millions of other women who've felt a sudden and scary flash of fear in a moment of vulnerability.
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Disturbing Details Found In Billy Mays' Autopsy Report
OxiClean pitchman Billy Mays bumped his head on a flight the night before his death, but did that cause it? Here are the disturbing details from his autopsy.
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