The 1956 South African Treason Trial Explained
The brutal and inhumane apartheid regime held an iron grip on South Africa in the '50s. Some brave souls peacefully resisted, and ended up on trial for treason.
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Inside The Latest Planned Titanic Expedition (And Why The Government Wants To Stop It)
RMS Titanic Inc. owns the exclusive salvage rights to one of the most famous shipwrecks in history - and it's clashing with the government over its plans.
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TV Theme Songs That Became Huge Pop Hits
Many TV theme songs have faded into obscurity, but a few have taken on lives of their own, sometimes outshining the shows they were meant to introduce.
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The Connection Between The Boy Scouts Of America And The Mormon Church Explained
The Boy Scouts of America have been around for more than a century, and the Mormon church was an early adopter of the program before severing ties in 2019.
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The People Who Caught Some Of The World's Most Dangerous Serial Killers
The public has had a morbid fascination with serial killers, but few people have managed to put some of the most dangerous murderers on the planet behind bars.
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The Fascinating History Of Music's Nudie Suits
Nudie suits have been worn by many musicians over the years, from Elvis Presley to Elton John. Here's the history behind these iconic garments.
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What Happened To Jamaican Drug Lord Lester Lloyd Coke?
The Jamaican drug cartel the Shower Posse was founded by two men - one was Lester Lloyd Coke. His ultimate fate is still shrouded in uncertainty.
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Inside Pat Smear's Rock 'N' Roll Journey
Over the course of more than four and a half decades, Pat Smear's career has taken him from LA's underground punk scene to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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The Secret Tunnels Of LA's Prohibition-Era Bar Scene
LA's prohibition-era bar scene had features that you probably won't find in your average bar today: secret tunnels. Here's the story behind them.
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Inside Buddhafield, The Dancer-Founded Sex Cult
Buddhafield is a dancer-founded sex cult according to former members, who say the leader, Jaime Gomez, who calls himself Reyji or "god-king" is a predator.
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Here's How Many Medals Simone Biles Has (So Far)
Gymnast Simone Biles has had quite the career and racked up many historic victories over the years. Here's how many medals she has as of August 2023.
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Why Sherman's March To The Sea Was So Devastating For The Confederacy
Sherman's March to the Sea was a campaign that occurred near the end of the Civil War, led by Union General William Sherman. But this wasn't a typical campaign.
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16 Mugshots Of Politicians Who Were Arrested
Politicians have been arrested for crimes ranging from the dumb to the truly disturbing. Here are some notable political mugshots from the last 100 years.
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Why Pretzels Became So Popular In The Middle Ages
Pretzels became popular treats during the Middle Ages and paved the way for the ones we eat today. So what led to their rise? Let's take a look.
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Crime Junkie's Brit Prawat On The Grim Reason Women Gravitate Towards True Crime - Exclusive
"Crime Junkie" co-host Brit Prawat explained why she believes so many women podcast listeners tend to be drawn to the true crime genre.
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Whatever Happened To Verizon's 'Can You Hear Me Now' Guy?
It was a catch phrase it seemed everyone could relate to, then we stopped hearing it. Remember Verizon's 'can you hear me now' guy? Here's what happened to him.
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Can A Triple Rainbow Happen?
Seeing a rainbow in the sky never gets old, and a double rainbow is even more lovely to witness, but lesser reported is a triple rainbow. Can that even happen?
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Messed Up Things That Happened During The Trojan War
The Trojan War wasn't a fun time for anybody involved, but there were a few participants - and innocent bystanders - who got a particularly raw deal.
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Celebrations Throughout History That Got Out Of Control
Throughout history, parties intended to be a simple celebration or triumphant event have turned into chaos, sometimes with dangerous outcomes.
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Conspiracy Theories Surrounding Warren G. Harding's Death
President Warren G. Harding died on August 2, 1923, and conspiracy theories about the cause of death continue to swirl today. Here's what they say.
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How Jackie Kennedy Won An Emmy Award
As of 2023, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis is the only first lady to win an Emmy award - and it was years in the making. Here's how it all happened.
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Inside JFK's Health Struggles Over The Years
Democratic President John F. Kennedy left a lasting legacy, but did you know he suffered from severe health issues throughout his life? Let's take a look.
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The Fears That Haunted Hans Christian Andersen His Entire Life
Hans Christian Andersen enjoyed great success as an author during his life in the 19th century - but he had many fears. Here's what they were.
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The World's First Official Airmail Was Delivered Over 100 Years Ago
Airplanes were still a very new technology 100 years ago when French pilot Henri Pequet made the world's first official airmail delivery in India.
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12 Of The Greatest Songs Based On Historical Events
Bands and musicians get their inspiration from all sorts of places, including history, and have produced some great tunes that tell a true story.
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What Was Bob Marley's Religion?
Bob Marley is one of the most famous reggae singers ever, and a pioneer of the genre. So what exactly did he believe? Here's what his religion was.
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What 19th-Century Circus Life Was Really Like
Life in a 19th-century circus meant steady work, hot meals, and more than a little adventure - when you weren't getting harassed by locals or mauled by lions.
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