The Magna Carta Is More Important Than You Probably Realize. Here's Why
The Magna Carta was issued by England's King John in 1215 C.E., but its infuence has rippled all the way into the present. Here's why it's so important.
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Here's Why Blink-182 Broke Up (And Then Got Back Together)
Blink-182 is one of the biggest pop-punk bands in the genre, but they have broken up and gotten back together a couple of times over the decades. Here's why.
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Surprising Things That Happen After The United States Declares War
The U.S. declares war once in a while, and most people associate this with the mobilization of troops. But there is a lot more that can, and has, occurred.
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Inside Matthew Perry's Relationship With Matt LeBlanc
The tragic death of "Friends" star Matthew Perry brings an end to one of TV's greatest double acts, but the actors behind Chandler and Joey were just as close.
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The Origins Of Day Of The Dead
Day of the Dead decor like sugar skulls have become ubiquitous at U.S retailers but the origins of the holiday go back to ancient Mesoamerican peoples.
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Who Is Matthew Perry's Famous Father?
Matthew Perry, who died at age 54 in October 2023, is survived by his father, John Bennett Perry, an actor of some repute in his own right.
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Friends Star Matthew Perry Dead At 54
Matthew Perry, best known as Chandler on the popular sitcom friends, has died at age 54.
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What It Was Like To Be At The March On Washington
The March on Washington in 1963 was a watershed moment in American and Black history, changing the lives of many who were there.
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Givenchy's Close Relationship With Audrey Hepburn
Givenchy's close relationship with Audrey Hepburn went beyond his iconic clothing designs he created especially for her. The pair shared a lifelong friendship.
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Inside The Gruesome 2014 Murder And Aftermath Of Hells Angel Joel Silva
The Hells Angels are known for committing violence, even against their own members. The 2014 killing of Joel Silva and its aftermath is one such example.
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Every Amendment After The Bill Of Rights Explained
Not all Constitutional amendments are as famous as the first 10. Here is each one after the Bill of Rights explained and the circumstances that led to them.
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The Perfumes Marilyn Monroe Reportedly Couldn't Get Enough Of
Legendary actress Marilyn Monroe had two perfumes in particular that she seemed to stick with. Here's what they are and what we know about them.
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This Was Napoleon's Last Meal
Napolean Bonaparte spent his last years in exile, but by most standards he was still pampered with food and libations. This was his last meal.
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Whatever Happened To Sharon Tate's House?
Actress Sharon Tate and four others were viciously killed by Manson family members at her California home in 1969. Here's what's happened to the house since.
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Things That Were Normal In Schools 70 Years Ago
The 1950s was a time of changing childhoods. Here are some things that were commonplace in the 1950s that have largely vanished from American schools today.
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The Startling Amount Of Alcohol Tommy Lee Drank Daily
The members of Motley Crüe have always been very candid about their hard-partying days, including the startling amount of alcohol Tommy Lee drank daily.
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The Easy Way To Find Shipwrecks On Google Earth
Did you know that you can use Google Earth to find shipwrecks? It's easier than it sounds. Here's how all you would-be adventurers can do it.
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Here's What Happened To The House Marilyn Monroe Died In
Marilyn Monroe died on August 5, 1962 in her Brentwood, Los Angeles home at 12305 5th Helena Drive. Here's what happened to the property afterward.
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Novelty Songs That Could Only Have Become Hits In The '80s
Novelty songs are weird almost by definition, but the 1980s produced a string of them so bizarre they couldn't have come from any other decade.
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What Happens To Famous Murder Houses When They Sell?
There have been many famous murder houses throughout the years, and they are often forever tainted by the crimes. Here's what happens to them when they sell.
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Inside Patrick Stewart's Real-Life Ghost Encounters
British actor Patrick Stewart's memoir talks about his life long experiences with the paranormal, including claims of real-life ghost encounters.
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Who Is Robert Card, Suspect In The 2023 Maine Mass Shooting?
Robert Card is the current suspect in two Maine mass shootings that took place on October 25, 2023. Here's everything we know about him so far.
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Are Celebrities Given Special Treatment In Jail?
Celebrities tend to get special treatment in a variety of ways, but are famous people even given special treatment when they're sent to jail?
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What Is Blaxploitation?
Blaxploitation films made a splash in the 1970s. Both revered and reviled for its portrayal of Black men and women, the genre faded but its influence persists.
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Who Is Francis Bourgeois, The Internet's Charming Train Enthusiast?
Francis Bourgeois is the internet's charming train enthusiast, but who exactly is he? Is that even his real name? Let's dive into his backstory.
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The Day Saturday Morning Cartoons Died
In the U.S. at least, children of the latter half of the 20th century have fond memories of Saturday morning cartoons. One day, it ended, here's how and why.
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Bayard Rustin's Relationship With MLK Explained
Bayard Rustin, who organized the 1963 Civil Rights March on Washington, had a complicated relationship with Martin Luther King Jr. Here's the story.
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