The Real Meaning Behind Green Day's American Idiot
What's the real meaning behind Green Day's "American Idiot"? Here's how the punk rock group came up with the lyrics to the popular 2004 song.
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Every Pet In The Kennedy-Era White House
While living in the White House, the Kennedys kept a lot of pets. From ducks to hamsters to ponys, here are all the members of the extended presidential family.
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What Exactly Is A Mausoleum?
You might have heard of mausoleums, possibly in a conversation about things like graveyards or crypts. So what exactly are these structures?
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The Horrific Crime Scene Of Phil Hartman
Comedian and actor Phil Hartman died in 1998 in a murder-suicide involving his third wife, Brynn Omdahl. Here's what the horrific crime scene looked like.
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How Was Ted Bundy Able To Get Away With So Many Murders?
Notorious serial killer Ted Bundy was able to murder at least 30 women over the course of four years. Here's how he managed to get away with his crimes.
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British Royals With Rumored Illegitimate Children
There are lots of rumors of illegitimate children attached to members of Britain's royal family, though many tales remain solidly in the realm of speculation.
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How Do Bodies Decompose In Mausoleums?
Mausoleums are above-ground buildings used to house corpses. So how exactly does a body decompose inside these structures? Let's take a look.
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Is Time Travel Actually Possible?
Time travel has been depicted in popular culture many times across many different mediums, but is it actually possible? Let's dig into the science.
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Why John F. Kennedy's Doctors Believe Lee Harvey Oswald Didn't Act Alone
Some of the doctors who worked on John F. Kennedy at Parkland Memorial Hospital don't believe that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. Here's why.
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What Christmas With Elvis Presley Was Really Like
Elvis Presley was known for his love of Christmas, and those close to him knew this very well. Here's what the holiday was like at his home.
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Was Jesus The Only One To Rise From The Dead In The Bible?
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is a fundamental part of Christianity. But was he the only one to rise from the dead in the Bible? Here's the story.
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What Happened To Winston Churchill's Kids?
Former United Kingdom prime minister Winston Churchill had five children: Diana, Randolph, Sarah, Marigold, and Mary. Here's what happened to them.
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Questions That Won't Be Answered In The Next 50 Years
Humanity's thirst for knowledge seems insatiable and unstoppable. However, some answers are at least half a century away and possibly much longer, if ever.
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Here's Where You Will Find Napoleon's Grave
Napolean's remains were moved a few times before reaching their final resting place. Here's where you'll find the French General-turned-Emperor's grave.
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A Look At Hitler's Drug Use During World War II
Hitler's seemingly tireless energy and charisma helped his efforts to rally supporters during World War II, but his drug use was likely fueling him all along.
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Inside The Tragic 2008 Murder Of Denise Amber Lee
In 2008, Denise Amber Lee's husband came home to find her gone and their two young children alone. Here's how the tragic story came to an end.
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The Real Meaning Behind Ghost's Mary On A Cross
Ghost's "Mary on a Cross" was released in 2019 but in 2022 the song took on a life of its own, with a variety of theories on what the song is really about.
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The Average Amount People Poop In A Year
Every person on the planet has to poop - if they don't, things can get dangerous pretty fast. Here's the average amount people poop in a year.
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Fanta Has A Darker History Than You Might Think
The soft drink Fanta has a history that goes back many decades, and you might be surprised at the dark origins of this fizzy treat. Here's the story.
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Every NFL Player Hit By The Madden Curse (And The Few Who Broke It)
It's a huge honor to be on the cover of "Madden," but some people think it's a curse. Here are the NFL players who've been hit -- or not -- by the Madden curse.
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Inside Patsy Cline's Relationship With Charlie Dick
Singer Betsy Cline was married to Linotype operator Charlie Dick for six years until she died in 1963. Here's the story of their complicated relationship.
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Nine Inch Nails: The History Behind Head Like A Hole
Nine Inch Nails' debut album "Pretty Hate Machine" helped throw Trent Reznor into the spotlight. Here's the history behind the song "Head Like a Hole."
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The True Story About Hank Williams' Marriage To His First Wife, Audrey
Hank Williams married twice in his life, and his first marriage was to Audrey Mae Sheppard. Here's how their marriage began in 1944 and how it ended in 1952.
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What Phil Collins' Former Bandmates Have Said About Him
Phil Collins is a weirdly polarizing musician. But is he just as vilified by collaborators and band members as he is by the public? Yup, it's just as divisive.
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Why Planes Look Like They Are Moving Slow, According To Science
A plane flying across a clear sky sure looks to be moving slowly. Yet we know planes fly at an average speed of 575 miles per hour. So, how is this possible?
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Why The US Stopped Making The $20 Coin
"Making it rain" with a bunch of heavy coins isn't quite the same as it is with cash. But that's not why the U.S. stopped making the $20 coin.
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The Inspiration Behind Radiohead's Creep (And How It Became A Hit)
Radiohead's "Creep" was based on a real girl that Thom Yorke had a crush on, though he never actually met her. Here's how how it became a hit.
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