The Messed Up Truth About The 4th Of July
Every year, people get together and celebrate American independence. But here's the thing: the truth of the 4th of July is actually pretty messed up.
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How Historic Pandemics Changed The Course Of History
Pandemics are global crises that have enormous short- and long-term consequences. Here's how historic pandemics changed the course of history.
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What Happened To Michael Dukakis?
Michael Dukakis' life is so much more than a year spent campaigning to be president and a tank photo. This is the story of what happened to Michael Dukakis.
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The Biggest Scandals To Hit NBC
NBC is one of America's oldest broadcasting organizations, so it's bound to have made a few mistakes over the years. Here are the biggest scandals to hit NBC.
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Did Amelia Earhart Have Any Kids?
Amelia Earhart was a busy woman — breaking record after record and shattering barriers. So did she ever have time to start a family before her disappearance?
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The Kitchen Item Vincent Price's Grandfather Invented
While actor Vincent Price may be best known for his horror movies, his grandfather created one of the most helpful kitchen items of all time.
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This Might Happen To Your Body If You Land In The Heliosphere
The heliosphere is the region that surrounds the sun, and you do not want to be caught outside your spaceship in this region.
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The Real Reason Benjamin Franklin Invented The Odometer
Like Benjamin Franklin's catheter design, the odometer he created was intended to address a very specific issue he had witnessed first-hand.
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The Most Famous Dogs In History
From the famously loyal to the famously brave, history is full of contributions from man's best friend. These are the most famous dogs in history.
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Normand Champagne: The Truth About The Man Who Killed Leopold Dion
Once they're behind bars and mixed in with the general population, these hardened criminals often become victims themselves. This was the case for Léopold Dion.
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What It Was Like Serving On The Derek Chauvin Jury
On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis resident George Floyd died after MPD officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck for 9 minutes and 29 seconds.
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History's Most Corrupt Athletes
Physical talent doesn't automatically mean solid ethics. Just take a look at this list of history's most corrupt athletes.
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When Did Alcatraz Stop Functioning As A Prison?
Alcatraz required between $3 million-$5 million for restoration, on top of the prison's operating costs, which were three times that of other federal prisons.
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What You Might Not Know About Nikki Sixx's Near-Death Experience
In 1987, Motley Crue's Nikki Sixx was declared clinically dead before he was revived. Here's what you may not know about his near-death experience.
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This Might Happen To Your Body If You Land On Mercury
Mercury is the smallest planet in our solar system and the closest one to the sun. Size-wise, it's about as big as our Moon and just as gray and rocky.
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The Tragic Death Of Robin Gibb
Robin Gibb was a music industry survivor, working alongside his brothers in the Bee Gees for decades. Unfortunately, his career was cut short at the age of 62.
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How Keith Jesperson's Normal Life Took A Turn For The Worse
Keith Hunter Jesperson, a husband and father more commonly known as the "Happy Face Killer," was charged and convicted of killing eight women in the 1990s.
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Why Ritchie Blackmore Was Happy To Be Replaced In Deep Purple
Deep Purple's original lineup consisted of guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, singer Rod Evans, bassist Nick Simper, keyboardist Jon Lord, and drummer Ian Paice.
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The Truth About The Invention Of The Computer Mouse
Where would humanity be, in this brave new world of Internet-connected absolutely everything, without the humble computer mouse? Thank Douglas Englebart.
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How Serial Killer Joel Rifkin Was Finally Caught
In just four years, serial killer Joel Rifkin took the lives of an astonishing number of women. Here's the critical mistake he made that led to his capture.
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What Happened To Howard Dean?
Howard Dean's infamous on-camera scream effectively ended his presidential campaign in 2004. What happened to Howard Dean after that?
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How Liza Minnelli Ended Up Singing On A My Chemical Romance Album
Liza Minnelli did one surprising project when she was featured on an album from My Chemical Romance, an alternative rock band.
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How Hall And Oates Really Felt About Their '80s Music Videos
Hall and Oates did take the initiative to make their own music video before MTV, for "She's Gone." That odd video from 1973 may have given them a slight leg up.
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This Is The Longest-Standing Olympic Record In The Modern Era
Several long-standing Olympic records remain unbroken to this day, but the oldest such modern record was originally set at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics.
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Can Your Personal DNA Code Be Sold To The Highest Bidder?
The safety of your genetic data often comes down to how carefully you read the fine print and check the boxes. Do you know how to ensure your data is safe?
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Holes That Have Taken The Most Human Lives
Holes like caves, wells, sinkholes and pits can turn into death traps, with adventure turning into tragedy. Or, some holes have a more nefarious history.
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The Truth About Serial Killer Israel Keyes' Childhood
As is the case with serial killers, Keyes' childhood might hold clues about the man -- whether he displayed any behaviors that may have predicted his crimes.
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