Bizarre Facts About The Crusades
The Crusades were more than just a holy war: They had a strange side. Here are some bizarre facts about the Crusades.
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The Shocking True Story Of Prince Charles' Birth
On the night of November 14, 1948, Prince Charles was born to Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip. It was not an easy birth for the future queen, though.
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What's Really Going On With Donald Trump's Pants?
Former President Donald Trump appeared at the annual North Carolina Republican Party convention wearing pants, except they looked backwards.
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Here's Why The US Has The Most Prisoners
The U.S. is second to none when it comes to imprisoning human beings, with 5% of the world's population but 25% of its prisoners.
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Here's What Happened To The Bodies Of These Popes
Even the humblest of popes can expect to have a relatively elaborate, highly ritualized funeral. Here's what happened to the bodies of these popes,
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The Man Behind The Worst Intelligence Disaster In U.S. History
Robert Hanssen, a church-going family man and FBI agent for 25 years, was actually working as a Soviet spy for well over 20 years. Here's his crazy story.
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The Historical Meaning Behind Prince Harry's Daughter's Name
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, welcomed their second child. What is the historical context of her name?
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The Truth About The Homeless Man Who Inspired A Daft Punk Song
The artist whose song was sampled on Daft Punk's One More Time has been dealing with homelessness for years and has yet to be paid or credited for the sample
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The Incident That Inspired The Bruce Lee Scene In Once Upon A Time In Hollywood
Here's the story of the incident that inspired the controversial Once Upon a Time in Hollywood fight scene between Bruce Lee and fictional stuntman Cliff Booth.
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The Most Brutal Ruler In History, According To 46% Of People
Mad monarchs, military megalomaniacs, dictators: Some might have been bad at their job, but others will be remembered as among the most ruthless people ever.
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The Untold Truth Of Mountain Monsters
Even though Travel Channel's "Mountain Monsters" lost its leader in 2019, the show continues to seek out the unexplained in the wilds of Appalachia.
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The Least Popular Member Of AC/DC Might Surprise You
AC/DC reached superstardom in the '70s, the personification of sex, drugs, and rock and roll. They're considered one of the most influential bands of all time.
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The Truth About Steve Martin's Music Career
Depending on when you were born, you first knew of Steve Martin as a successful standup comedian, successful movie star, or recently, successful banjo player.
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The Truth About The Men Suspected Of Killing Whitey Bulger
James Joseph "Whitey" Bulger was beaten to death in West Virginia's Hazelton federal prison on October 30, 2018. Bulger was serving two life sentences.
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Jason Budrow: The Truth About The I-5 Strangler's Suspected Killer
Prison inmates do commonly kill each other, however, and it's happened to notorious serial killers who've found themselves on the fatal receiving end of crime.
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Why Jackie Robinson Couldn't Compete In The Olympics
While he played well in all the sports, Jackie Robinson might have had an equally successful track career if the opportunity had turned out differently.
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The History Behind The Callanish Stones
As it turns out, the UK is full of stone monuments, equally strange and ancient as Stonehenge. One of these arrangements is known as the Callanish Stones.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney's life hasn't always been easy. The Beatle has experienced his share of personal losses. Here is the tragic real-life story of Paul McCartney.
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The Truth About Leech Collecting In The 1800s
Leeches were highly sought-after, and when traditional suppliers failed to meet demand, enterprising individuals began harvesting the critters for medicine.
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The Truth About The Pop Art Nun, Corita Kent
In the 1960s and '70s, Sister Corita Kent used pop art as a medium for expressing her support of social and racial justice issues.
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The Craziest Ways Prisoners Escaped The Tower Of London
It was incredibly difficult to escape the Tower of London, but some people did succeed. These are the craziest ways prisoners escaped the Tower of London.
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This Is The Oldest Sport In Northern American History
One game played by pre-Columbian natives not only survived, but is still played to this day, although it underwent some revisions to reach its modern form.
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How This Man Earns A Salary From Apple Despite Doing Zero Work
It might seem insane that one Silicon Valley titan would brag about his $50 a week paycheck that comes from one of the wealthiest companies in the US.
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The Tragic Downfall Of Ex-NBA Star Delonte West
Delonte West is known as a classic example of a former NBA star who struggles with his mental health and addiction. Here's the story of his tragic downfall.
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How Many Victims Did Israel Keyes Have?
Keyes gave clues about his murders, but provided neither the names of his victims nor specific locations where the crimes occurred. Only three are certain.
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What Serial Killer Jerry Brudos' Childhood Was Really Like
With nicknames such as "The Shoe Fetish Slayer" and "The Lust Killer," Jerome "Jerry" Brudos killed four women in Oregon in the 1960s.
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The Major Difference Between Male And Female Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are one of the deadliest animals on the planet. They spread everything from malaria and dengue to yellow fever and the West Nile and Zika viruses.
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