The Real Reason The Tour De France Began
Now known as the premier event in cycling, the Tour de France has surprisingly modest roots: It started as a marketing stunt for a struggling newspaper.
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Here's Why Denmark Celebrates America's Independence Day Every Year
Nations that celebrate the independence days of other countries are in the vast minority. Why does Denmark get down with American independence every year?
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The Tragic Story Of Lucy The Chimp
In an unethical experiment, the chimpanzee known as Lucy was raised as a human for the first 12 years of her life. This is the tragic story of Lucy the chimp.
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Here's Why Some Tour De France Riders Wear Special Jerseys
The Tour de France is the biggest professional bicycling event in the world and is currently taking place in France until July 18.
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The True Story Of The Inventor Who Revolutionized Women's Periods
Mary Kenner came up with the idea for a belt for menstruation pads when she was still in high school, but it took her several decades to patent her invention.
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The Untold Truth Of Ray Charles
There's a trace of Ray Charles in every soul song. But Charles faced his share of early hurdles. Here's a look at the life and legacy of the Father of Soul.
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Notorious Serial Killers Who May Have Never Existed
While there are indeed real serial murderers out there, the truth is quite a few of them may have never existed in the first place.
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This Is What Makes Fangtooth Fish So Horrifying
As you prepare to venture out into the ocean deep this summer, small fish are likely the least scary thing that comes to mind.
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The Tragic Death Of Bane Bassist Brendan 'Stu' Maguire
After a pancreatic cancer diagnosis in September 2019, Brendan "Stu" Maguire, a former bass player for the band Bane, died on June 28.
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The Sad Truth About Horses In The Battle Of Yorktown
If you studied history in an American classroom, you're likely familiar with the Battle of Yorktown. You might not know the story of the horses, though.
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Everything We Know About The Scott Weiland Biopic So Far
Dark Pictures is teaming up with producer Orian Williams to develop a movie based on the life of Stone Temple Pilots frontman Scott Weiland.
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The Bizarre Real-Life Story Of Betty Broderick
Betty Broderick's marriage seemed perfect at first, but she ended up murdering her ex-husband and his new wife after a messy divorce. This is the bizarre story.
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The Weird Drink Tour De France Riders Enjoyed In The Early 1900s
Back in the day, the managers and competitors of the Tour de France were known to eschew water in favor of questionable beverage choices.
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Here Is The Dress Code Members Of The US Women's Gymnastics Team Must Follow
For the athletes on the U.S. women's gymnastics team competing at the Summer Games, the dress code includes a list of banned clothing.
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How Many People Have Died During The Tour De France?
The Tour de France is one of the most grueling athletic endeavors created, and there's bound to be some fatalities during the race's long history.
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Who Has The Most Wimbledon Titles In Women's Singles History?
Wimbledon has made household names out of female tennis players, such as Billie Jean King, Chris Evert, and Steffi Graf, for generations.
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The Untold Truth Of Slipknot
Slipknot is known for its wild antics both on and off the stage, and there plenty of stories. This is the untold truth of Slipknot.
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The Tragic Death Of Legendary Serial Killer Detective Robert Keppel
Robert Keppel, who was instrumental in solving two of the most notorious serial killer cases in the U.S., died on June 14, 2021, at the age of 76.
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Why Simone Biles' Vault Move Is Really So Dangerous
Biles was seen doing an exceptionally risky and dangerous move that, if she pulls it off during the olympiad, could even bear her name going forward.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Edith Piaf
Edith Piaf's life and music were filled with sadness, tragedy, glamour, and triumph, and were so quintessentially French.
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What Was Skid Row's Johnny Solinger's Net Worth When He Died?
Before his death on June 26, Johnny Solinger was most famous for being the singer of rock band Skid Row, taking the place of Sebastian Bach.
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Courtney Love Comes For Olivia Rodrigo After 'Theft'
In June 2021, Courtney Love announced a new public beef, this time with an up-and-coming musician a third of her age.
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Could Megalodon Sharks Exist Today?
Heavy competition from other species and a shrinking habitat could have played a role in the disappearance of the megalodon, the world's largest shark.
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What We Know About The Death Of Skid Row's Johnny Solinger
Here's what we know about the recent death of Johnny Solinger, ex-frontman of hard rock/metal band Skid Row.
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The 'Giggling Granny' Serial Killer Relied On This Method To Murder Her Family
The 'Giggling Granny' Nannie Doss was an unusual serial killer in that all of her known and suspected victims were members of her family.
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The Truth About Jennie Wade In The Battle Of Gettysburg
The American Civil War began in 1861, and by June 1863, the war had moved to Pennsylvania where the Union Army and the Confederates clashed at Gettysburg.
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Here's Why This College Student Got Sued For Graduating Too Early
In 2012, a German university sued one of its students for finishing his bachelor's and master's degrees in just three semesters.
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