The Truth About Thomas Edison's Failed Kinetophone
Edison invented a machine called the kinetophone that would allow users to see a "movie" and hear a soundtrack. The entire setup was awkward and clunky.
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How KISS' Paul Stanley Really Feels About Metallica
KISS has been performing since the early 1970s, and with plenty of rock 'n' roll hits and a wild stage show, it's easy to see why they still draw large crowds.
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The Big Lie About The Holocaust You Learned In History Class
Although the Nazi regime primarily targeted Jews in their Final Solution, history often forgets the other victims of the Holocaust.
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The Reason Mary Queen Of Scots Is Considered Unlucky
Born in 1542 and beheaded in 1587, Mary Queen of Scots -- Mary Stuart -- lived a disastrous, dramatic, and ultimately tragic life.
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Here's What Could've Happened If JFK Survived His Assassination
Millions of Americans can tell you exactly where they were and what they were doing the day U.S. President John F. Kennedy was shot and killed by an assassin.
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The Bizarre Story Of Edgar Cayce, The Sleeping Prophet
Edgar Cayce is arguably the most notable mystic since Nostradamus. This is the bizarre story of man they called the Sleeping Prophet.
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The Truth About The Deadly 1839 Coringa Cyclone
Coringa is a small village on the coast of India that was once a large, bustling port city in the 18th and 19th centuries until disasters changed it forever.
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How Ivan The Terrible Was Even More Evil Than You Think
Ivan the Terrible was Russia's first czar and Grand Prince of Moscow. He ruled the country from 1533 until 1584 and was succeeded by his only living son.
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Here's What The Bible Really Says About Magic
People of faith around the world rely on the Bible for their faith, doctrine and practice. And in the Bible, there is little to no ambiguity about "magic."
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The Truth About Jimmy Hoffa And Robert Kennedy's Feud
The rivalry between Jimmy Hoffa and Robert Kennedy is still legendary. And when they faced off in court, the results were often dramatic.
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The Truth Behind The Emperor's New Groove
In 2000, Walt Disney Pictures released its 40th animated feature film, 'The Emperor's New Groove,' a troubled production that was in development for many years.
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What Is The Significance Of Baptism In The Bible?
For two thousand years, Christians have been practicing a rite known as baptism. For some Christians, that means sprinkling water on the person being baptized.
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What Did Albert Einstein Look Like In Color?
No person, alive or dead, is as synonymous with science and intelligence as German-born physicist and inventor Albert Einstein.
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Why Pierre Laval Is Considered A Historical Traitor
History is filled with the names of traitors — men or women who turned on their own people and aided their countries' enemies.
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This Theory Connects Atlantis And The Bermuda Triangle
You've probably heard something about the mythical lost city of Atlantis ╫ an ancient, highly advanced civilization that (allegedly) sank into the sea long ago.
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The Truth About Alexander Graham Bell's Failed Plane
Alexander Graham Bell entered history as one of the greatest inventors in the world. But he also has some failures on his record.
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The Origins And History Of Krav Maga Explained
A quick online search for something like "Krav Maga fight" reveals videos of something that, on the surface, might look like simple, brutal street brawling.
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What Would Happen If The United States Never Paid Back Its Debt?
Despite being one of the richest countries in the world, the United States has long been a country in debt, and in recent years, the amount it owes has grown.
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The Creepiest Items Recovered From Jamestown
In 1607, 104 English men arrived in North America to start what would be the first permanent English settlement in the New World in Jamestown, Virginia.
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The Horrifying Way Feudal Japan Tried To Eliminate Christianity
As Christianity gained a following in Japan, feudal lords were wary of what they perceived as an imperialistic threat, and began to persecute believers.
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This Is What Would Happen If There Was No Friction
The role that friction plays in our reality is as mysterious as it is important. Scientists are still researching its complex interactions.
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The Legend Of Pope Joan Explained
Officially, the popes were all men, but the medieval legend of Pope Joan claims there was an exception in the 9th Century when a woman became pope.
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The Most Dangerous Beaches In The World
Beaches are great vacation spots, but some are best avoided. Here are the most dangerous beaches in the world.
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History Of Crucifixion Explained
Jesus wasn't the only person to die by crucifixion. Here's a look at how crucifixion began, its rise and fall in popularity, and its use in the present day.
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The Mythology Of Cronos Explained
While there might not be as many stories about Cronos as there are about his famous offspring, there's still a whole long narrative that he's pretty central to.
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What Really Happened During The Great Binge?
While it lasted, the Great Binge was a time of true intoxication. Here's what really happened during the Great Binge.
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The Untold Truth Of Blur
Blur have had an amazing career, and its individual members have led truly interesting lives. This is the untold truth of Blur.
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