The Secret History Of Dragons
We know that ancient peoples landed on the idea of dragons, and that stories of dragons have been around for centuries. They aren't merely a flight of fancy for fantasy writers.
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The Reason Steven Seagal Is Banned From Ukraine
The unacceptable political position actor Seagal holds and the threat he poses to Ukrainian national security are the same.
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The Heartbreaking Tale Of Saartjie Baartman, The 'Hottentot Venus'
Saartjie Baartman, known in her time as the "Hottentot Venus," was a South African Khoekhoen woman who was taken from her home and exhibited in 19th-century European freakshows. Exploited for her buttocks and African features, Saartjie Baartman became a victim of racialized scientific study.
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The Real Reason We Give Out Candy On Halloween
The Irish were already dressing in costume for samhain, to confuse any ghosties who might be on the hunt that night. Gifts of food would be left out on doorsteps -- a way to appease any wandering spirits who, apparently, worked up an appetite as they scared the bejabbers out of the population.
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The Real Reason People Participate In Mischief Night
Devil's Night, Mischief Night, Goosey Night, Moving Night ... Cabbage Night? Going by different names in different countries, and even regions, the night before Halloween has a reputation for being a night of egg-throwing, toilet paper tossed over houses, petty theft, and just... mischief.
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The Crazy True History Of Death Masks
Dating back to the ancient Egyptians, death masks have been used in funeral rites and art preservation across many cultures.
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The Crazy Real-Life Story Of Marco Polo
The name Marco Polo has remained famous for centuries and inspired generations of subsequent explorers. This is the crazy real-life story of Marco Polo.
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Why Does The U.S. Only Have Two Major Political Parties?
As anyone who has sat through a Thanksgiving dinner with two vocal uncles from opposite ends of the political spectrum can readily attest, politics can be divisive, and party lines are not easily crossed. Still, at least it tends to be a tug-of-war between the Republicans and the Democrats.
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The Crippling Addiction That Almost Killed Jean-Claude Van Damme
Every hero has his weak spot, and in Jean-Claude Van Damme's case, it was his tragic penchant for a certain substance. Here's the true story about the crippling addiction that almost killed Jean-Claude Van Damme.
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The Terrible Thing Edison Did To Slander Nikola Tesla
The War of the Currents (1880s) between inventors Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla has become one of nerddom's most widely-discussed rivalries.
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This Is Where These Famous People Have Their Ashes Scattered
Celebrities die too, and often choose cremation for their remains. This is where these famous people have their ashes scattered.
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What Hell Is Really Like, According To The People Who Have Been There
While no one knows what happens after you die, many believe bad people will go to hell. Here's what hell is like, according to the people who have been there.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of The Library Of Alexandria
The Royal Library of Alexandria was a wonder of the ancient world, built to house all knowledge. Nevertheless, tragedy struck the Great Library and all of its invaluable manuscripts were lost. But how could such a thing happen? Read on for the tragic fate of the Library of Alexandria.
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How An Ancient Supernova Is Affecting Us All Right Now
Professor Anton Waller, a nuclear physicist, has discovered evidence the Earth has possibly been traveling through a dust cloud for the last 33,000 years.
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The World's Most Murderous Mammal Will Surprise You
With all the true crime podcasts and documentaries filling our cultural space, you would be forgiven for thinking that humans were the most murderous species on Earth. However, according to a 2016 study conducted by José María Gómez from the University of Granada in Spain, we aren't.
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The Mystery Of Cleopatra's Burial
The ancient historian Plutarch, per Ancient History Encyclopedia, wrote that the two were buried together, probably at Cleopatra's request, though Plutarch never revealed the location of their tomb.
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Here's Why The Romans Erected A Gold Statue Of Cleopatra
When the ancient Romans saw Egyptian queen Cleopatra VII immortalized in gilded bronze in the Temple of Venus Genetrix, they were puzzled as to what Julius Caesar's side piece was doing next to the mother of Aeneas, the mythical founder of Rome, as Encyclopedia Britannica explains.
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Little Known Facts About Acting Legend Sidney Poitier
When Sidney Poitier broke to the mainstream in the 1950s, he bought a new and proud image of African Americans and new dreams for the country.
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The Dark Side Of George Reeves' Superman
Was he murdered? The investigation was perfunctory at best, the evidence was tampered with, and nobody ever explained the bruises on his face and body. Officially, the case remains unsolved.
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How The Citizens Of The Coldest City On Earth Stay Warm
Three things are most important in Oymyakon: alcohol, meat, and fur.
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The Reason People Hate Nickelback So Much, According To Research
The direct, personal hatred of the Canadian band Nickelback is one of those aspects of popular culture that seem to simply exist.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Gram Parsons
Gram Parsons was a guitarist and singer who, as a member of the Byrds and Flying Burrito Brothers, along with his solo releases, helped invent "country rock".
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The Tragic Disappearance Of Sean Flynn
Sean and fellow journalist Dana Stone were captured by elements of the Viet Cong and the North Vietnamese Army while on assignment for Time magazine in Cambodia on April 6, 1970.
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The Most Expensive Band Memorabilia Seen On Pawn Stars
The Pawn Stars have had some very rare and expensive items come and go through their historic shop in Las Vegas, and some of their most valuable commodities have come in the form of band memorabilia. Here's some of the most expensive band memorabilia seen on Pawn Stars.
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Tosh.0 Is Getting Canceled. Here's Why
Comedy Central has decided to pull the plug on the long-running commentary show Tosh.0. The show has been on the air since 2009, so regardless of your opinion of its provocative host, the announcement certainly means that an era of entertainment is coming to an end in 2020.
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Tragic Details About Laurel And Hardy
Laurel and Hardy were a comedy duo who rose to fame during the Classical Hollywood era. Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy's slapstick comedy dominated the 1930s, as they appeared in 107 films and earned an Academy Award. But behind the act were failed marriages, health problems, and financial ruin.
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The Insane Amount Of Alcohol That Andre The Giant Would Drink Every Day
There was one person above all others who was truly capable of absurd, godly feats of alcohol consumption: wrestler and actor Andre the Giant.
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