The Black Death peaked in Europe between 1347 and 1351, killing around two-thirds of the population — an estimated 25 million people. How did it get its start?
A tiny sketch of a bear penned by Leonardo da Vinci is expected to go up for auction this summer, and it's expected to fetch a staggering amount of money.
Based on their mythology, it's clear that our ancestors gave rivers a lot of respect. But there are real rivers that are even deadlier than some of the myths.
After the Beastie Boys released 'Licensed to Ill' in 1986, the group became famous, but the 1989 release of 'Paul's Boutique' didn't have the same effect.
People did stuff during the Civil War that leaves you shaking your head. Here are some of the messed-up things that happened during the American Civil War.
Most Americans are familiar with our interstate highway system, but most don't know there was a transcontinental highway before it: the Lincoln Highway.
It's not entirely surprising that when infamous serial killers die, they're often not buried in a typical cemetery. So... what really happens to their remains?
Let's take a look at some of the biggest funerals in all of history. These were funerals with the highest number of people physically there to see the funeral.
Perhaps no comedian is less conventionally pretty than Scott Thompson, who performs professionally under the name "Carrot Top," after his bright red curls.
Tawny Kitaen's life after her video vixen days had been hard, but she had started working on turning things around. KItaen died May 7 in her home. She was 59.
Charles Darwin experienced tragedy at a young age. He suffered the loss of his mother when he was just eight, possibly the result of an abdominal infection.
Grunge asked, "What moment in Keith Richards' career do you think he went too far?" The answers provide a doozy of a stroll down a crooked, chaotic memory lane.
For instance, Michaels' ongoing beef with Hart would last for years. The rivalry was entertainment that kept fans tuned in, and also kept Michaels well paid.
Each episode of "Forged" depicts four professional and hobbyist bladesmiths competing to see who can create the best weapon within shifting parameters.