The Most Memorable Moments From Summer Olympics History
History is made at the Olympic games. Here are some of the most memorable moments from Summer Olympics history.
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Extinctions That Scientists Still Can't Explain
There are still holes in our understanding of life on Earth, and some extinctions are mysteries. These are some extinctions that scientists still can't explain.
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What You Should Know About The Forgotten Marx Brother, Gummo
While many could probably name the fourth Marx Brother, Zeppo, few know there was a fifth, who regularly performed with them on stage, though not in films.
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The Tragic Murder Of Stanford Student Arlis Perry
In the early morning hours of October 13, 1974, the body of 19-year-old Arlis Perry was discovered inside the Stanford Memorial Church in Stanford, California.
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This Is What The Battle Of The Alamo Was Really About
By any standards, the Battle of the Alamo wasn't even the biggest fight during the Texas Revolution, but it lead directly to the end of the entire conflict.
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Inside The Track And Field Controversy Of The 1908 Olympics
In the first Olympics, the world learned that some countries don't follow the same rules as others for every sport, and so a 1908 race enraged many people.
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Inside The U.S. Swim Team Controversy At The 2016 Olympics
Here's the truth behind the U.S. swim team's controversy at the 2016 Rio Games, where Ryan Lochte and three teammates claimed to have been robbed.
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The Mythology Of Sea Monks Explained
In the 16th century, the legend of a mythical creature took hold. This is the mythology of sea monks explained.
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Ringo Starr's Fans Celebrate His Birthday In A Unique Way
Starr deflected the attention from his own birthday, to what he wants his birthday celebrations to be about, encapsulated in the phrase "peace and love."
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How Much Money Did Woodstock '99 Cost To Put On?
Woodstock '99 took place thirty years after the original Woodstock. It has since gone down in history as one of the most infamous music festivals of all time.
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Why There Will Probably Never Be Another Woodstock
Close to half a million people attended the inaugural concert event that included performances by dozens of popular artists, including Jimi Hendrix and The Who.
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Francisco Lazaro: The Truth About The Runner Who Died At The Olympics
It is not the place you'd imagine dying but it's happened several times. This is how one Portuguese marathoner's bad Olympics decision led to his death.
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This Is What Happens After You Win An Olympic Medal
Of course, the first thing most people do after winning a medal is crash in their beds in the Athletes' Village from exhaustion. But there's more than that.
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The Truth About Paul McCartney's Relationship With John Lennon
The relationship between John Lennon and Paul McCartney, The Beatles principal songwriters, continues to capture audiences' imaginations.
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Here's What Happens When Sharks Build Friendships
The more we study them, the more we learn that sharks are socially intelligent creatures. They develop lasting bonds of friendship that can go on for years.
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Here's What Would Happen If The Hoover Dam Broke
After its completion in 1936, the Hoover Dam has been among the largest and most important hydroelectric plants in the world. But what would happen if it broke?
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Here's How Much Godzilla Would Weigh According To Scientists
Throughout the years, Godzilla has gone through many transformations. He's gotten bigger, taller, heavier, and more violent as new movies get released.
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The History Of The Golem Explained
Steeped in Jewish folklore, the golem has grown into a figure of Jewish resistance and strength. The history of the golem is rich, complicated, and important.
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The Untold Truth Of The Paralympic Games
Although disabled athletes have competed against one another for hundreds of years, the official Paralympic games didn't start until the mid-20th century.
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The Truth About Todd Rundgren's Feud With John Lennon
Although it wasn't a long-running rivalry, Todd Rundgren and John Lennon had a controversial feud that made music headlines for some time in 1974.
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The First Black Presidential Candidate No One Remembers
The first Black presidential candidate that almost no one remembers was George Edwin Taylor, back in 1904. Though George Edwin Taylor lost, he made his mark.
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The Sad Story Of The Lottery-Winning Slave Who Couldn't Buy His Family's Freedom
Most slaves seeking freedom had to rely on the kindness of their owners or incredible good luck, which was the case with a man named Denmark Vesey.
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Things You May Not Know About Jackie Chan
Jackie Chan's life story is undeniably intriguing, but there's plenty that most fans don't know. Here are some things you may not know about Jackie Chan.
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Neanderthals Understood Fire More Than You Might Think
Once we realize that Neanderthals were an intelligent species, it shouldn't surprise us to learn that they were able to control fire.
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The Truth About Jeffrey MacDonald's Relationship With His Wife
Jeffrey MacDonald met Colette Stevenson when they were in the seventh grade, and the couple had an off-again and on-again relationship throughout high school.
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What Vampires Look Like In Different Cultures
Blood-sucking entities that rise from the dead to prey on humans appear in legends all over the world. Here's what vampires look like in different cultures.
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Why Nikki Sixx Turned Down An Offer To Join Quiet Riot
Nikki Sixx was once offered a chance to play bass in the band Quiet Riot, but he passed on the opportunity, and with good reason.
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