The Tragic Death Of Yusuf Hawkins
Yusuf Hawkins was just 16 years old when he was gunned down by an angry mob of white teens in Brooklyn, New York, on August 23, 1989.
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The Real Reason There Is No State Of Franklin
Franklin was almost fourteenth state of the US. Clearly, it didn't make the cut; now, the area is just northeast Tennessee. What happened? What went wrong?
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The Best Westerns Starring Clint Eastwood
If you need a reminder of what makes Clint Eastwood one of the greatest actors of all time, here are the best westerns starring Clint Eastwood.
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The NASA Job You Never Knew Jack Black's Mom Had
Jack Black's mother, Judith Love Cohen, was involved in some high-profile projects at NASA, including the Hubble Telescope and Apollo program.
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Most Viewers Missed This Small Detail In The Office's Timeline
You've seen every episode of The Office (maybe twice), but were you able to catch this very subtle Easter egg the show's producer's left for you in Season 5?
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The Heartbreaking Death Of Apollo 11 Astronaut Michael Collins
Astronaut Michael Collins, who famously orbited the moon alone during the Apollo 11 mission, died at the age of 90 on April 28.
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How Long The US Witness Protection Program Has Really Been Operating
The witness protection program has been in operation for 50 years and was the brain child not of law enforcement, but of an attorney taking down mobsters.
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Whatever Happened To Mr. T?
For a while in the 1980s, there was no escaping Lawrence Tureaud, or as he was more commonly known, "Mr. T," a former bouncer turned TV star ("The A-Team").
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The Surprising Inspiration Behind Kobe Bryant's Name
After 20 seasons, Kobe Bryant ended his NBA career with five championships and a third-place ranking among the league's top all-time scorers.
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How James Taylor Basically Witnessed John Lennon's Murder
John Lennon's 1980 murder rocked the world, but James Taylor had another very personal reason for being traumatized by it — an unlucky encounter with a killer.
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This Is Paul McCartney's Biggest Regret
Yes, Sir Paul has regrets about The Beatles, but which of them is his biggest? Here's how he really feels about the band, the bad marriage, and Amy Winehouse.
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A Look At Elton John And Freddie Mercury's Relationship
Superstars Elton John and Queen's Freddie Mercury had a fantastic friendship until Mercury's unfortunate death on November 24, 1991.
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The 1687 Explosion That Destroyed The Parthenon
The Parthenon survived well into the modern era, and likely would be standing still, if it weren't for some very careless Turks and trigger-happy Venetians.
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The Strange Way Queen Elizabeth Is Woken Up In The Morning
Queen Elizabeth eats a bowl of cereal in the morning and reads the newspapers — maybe like your a.m. routine. But her morning snooze alarm is cooler than yours.
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We Finally Know The Truth About Those Mysterious Feet
For over a decade, a mystery bedeviled authorities around the Salish Sea, British Columbia. At least 20 human feet have washed up on the region's beaches.
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Here's What You Never Knew About Audrey Hepburn
Hollywood star Audrey Hepburn was much more than a glamorous, doe-eyed, pixie celebrity, and here are some things you never knew about her.
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The Least Popular Member Of The Rolling Stones Might Surprise You
Grunge checked to see how people really feel about the Rolling Stones, who made a lucrative life out of music, partying, and doing whatever they felt like.
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The Time Bono And Jimmy Buffett Were Almost Murdered
During an excursion to find jerk chicken in Jamaica, Jimmy Buffett and Bono were caught in a hail of gunfire and almost murdered.
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The Tragic Death Of Charles Darwin's Oldest Daughter
Annie Darwin was born March 2, 1841, the second child of Charles Darwin and his wife, Emma Wedgewood, who was also his first cousin.
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This Is How Frank Zappa Was Nearly Murdered
Frank Zappa's career was known for its glorious weirdness, but one onstage incident was a lot more than just weird — it nearly killed him.
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The Tragic Fate Of Oscar Wilde's Half-Sisters
Oscar Wilde, the 19th Century Irish writer, is largely remembered for his humor and wit, but less well-remembered are his two half-sisters and half-brother.
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Here's What We Know About Casey Anthony's Investigation Firm
Casey Anthony's murder trial lasted about a month. Against the expectations of many observers across the country, a jury acquitted her of all major charges.
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The True Story Of The Time Jane Fonda Saved Her Grandson From A Bear
Not only did the bear manage to enter her New Mexico ranch house, it found its way into her bedroom and was nearing the crib of her three-month-old grandson.
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The Unsolved Murder Of Hollywood Director William Desmond Taylor
Hollywood film director William Desmond Taylor's career came to an end when he was discovered in his Alvarado Court Apartments bungalow, a bullet in his back.
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The Truth About Vincent Gigante's Attempted Murder Of Frank Costello
On that fateful night, Vincent Gigante waited for Frank Costello to return home from dinner with his wife.
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This Was The Net Worth Of Charles Bronson When He Died
When original tough guy and action-adventure star Charles Bronson died in 2003, he had come a long way from his humble beginnings.
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These Are The Most Common Crimes Among Hollywood Stars
The history of the entertainment industry is littered with the stories of high-profile celebrities who have found themselves on the wrong side of the law.
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