The Real Reason North And South Korea Split
The first dictator of North Korea was born on April 15, 1912, the same day that the Titanic sank. This was no accident, according to North Korea's United Front Department (UFD).
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The Nastiest Band Fights That Happened Right In Front Of Fans
Sometimes bands turn a live show into an impromptu Jerry Springer musical. Here are some of the nastiest band fights that happened in front of fans.
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False Things You Believe About The Rolling Stones
The Rolling Stones are practically synonymous with rock 'n' roll, and plenty of crazy rumors about the band have come up over the years. Here are some of the false things you believe about the Rolling Stones.
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The End Of Lost Finally Explained
Twin Peaks may be the quintessential example of a TV series finale that blew peoples' minds with its extreme not-good-ness, but the 2004 to 2010 TV Series, Lost, has to be right up there as a show whose ending still angers and perplexes people.
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Here's How Long Cats Can Go Without Food
Let's start by establishing that this is a safe, judgement-free zone, and nobody is making any assumptions about anybody else, or the things that no one should ever be doing to their cat.
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The Legend Of Unicorns Explained
Remember the 1985 classic, Legend, in which the generically named hero, Jack (Tom Cruise), defeats the Lord of Darkness (Tim Curry) and stabs him in the abdomen with the horn of the last unicorn? You might assume the movie didn't know Jack about legends because Tim Curry isn't Satan ...
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The Real Reason Johnny Cash Covered Hurt By Nine Inch Nails
Cash has a truly astounding legacy, and enough signature songs to fill a set list. What could have prompted the country legend to turn his gaze toward an industrial rock song?
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Here's How To Make Yourself Lucid Dream
Most dream experiences don't feel like the dreamer is in control. Lucid dreaming offers a different experience.
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The Legend Of The Basilisk Explained
If you're aware of a mythical snake king creature called the basilisk, it's probably thanks to J.K. Rowling's descriptions of a fifty-foot serpent with fangs as long as your arm and a taste for tender young Radcliffe flesh. But the truth about this creature may be a bit disappointing.
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Here's What Really Happens During A Prison Cell Search
There are a lot of people with little freedom, subject to routine, unannounced searches. Here's what happens during those prison cell searches.
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The Real Reason 50 Cent Lost All His Money
In 2003, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson managed to summarize his life in 5 words: Get Rich or Die Trying, the title of his highly successful debut album. He got very rich. So how'd he end up losing his money and filing for bankruptcy?
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Inside Cult Leader David Koresh's Tragic Childhood
Here's the truth about David Koresh's tragic early years, from his sadly neglected childhood to his angry, bible-thumping teens.
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Myths You Believe About Marie Antoinette
Post-French Revolution, Marie Antoinette's been the model of a bad aristocrat. But is it true? Here are some myths you probably believe about Marie Antoinette.
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The Most Tragic Nightclub Fires In History
An evening out at the nightclub can turn tragic should a fire break out. These are the most tragic nightclub fires in history.
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Here's How People Actually Counterfeit Money
Counterfeiting cash is a crime that has been around as long as legitimate currency. Here's how people are attempting to do it today.
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What Was Ed Kemper's Childhood Really Like?
Every tragic story has a tragic beginning, and that sentiment is immediately clear while perusing serial killer Ed Kemper's downright creepy upbringing.
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The Legend Of The Mary Celeste Explained
How does an entire boatload of people just disappear in the middle of the ocean? The Mary Celeste is one of the most well-known examples of this phenomenon, and to this day, no one knows what happened. This is the legend of the Mary Celeste explained.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald gained a devout audience for over six decades, though her troubled history isn't usually mentioned. This is the tragic real-life story of Ella Fitzgerald.
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The Truth About Henry VIII's Relationship With The Catholic Church
If Henry Tudor -- England's King Henry VIII -- had posted a dating profile, no doubt it would have included the words "It's complicated." Words which also extended to his relationship with the Catholic Church.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of The Andrews Sisters
The Andrews Sisters -- Patty, LaVerne, and Maxene -- broke onto the music charts in 1937. By the time they were done selling records, they'd moved some 100 million units, and racked up a whopping 46 Top 10 hits. But there was a dark side. This is the tragic real-life story of The Andrews Sisters.
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The Tragic Death Of The Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia
Jerry Garcia and The Dead arose out of San Francisco's music scene in the mid-1960s. Drugs were plentiful; music was powerful; a youth culture was flexing its muscles and making itself heard throughout the country. But Garcia's responsibility as the figurehead of a movement would take its toll.
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The Strangest Cat Breeds In The World
One person's pet snake (fetchingly referred to as "Rocky the Boa") is another person's nightmare, and someone's beloved, hairless Xoloitzcuintli might strike another as the world's weirdest dog. So what counts as weird — especially, with cats? It's all relative.
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The Real Reason Race Cars Don't Have Airbags
Race cars go fast, plain and simple. Seems like they'd need some pretty good airbags, then, right? Actually, no. Here's why race cars don't have them.
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The Truth About Oasis' Lost Demo Song
Rock 'n' Roll is a volatile business, and it's not uncommon for musician feuds to emerge, even within your own band. This arguably applies double when your band contains siblings, and triple when their last name is Gallagher.
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The Legend Of Drop Bears Explained
The first and most important thing you need to know about drop bears is that they don't actually exist. Here's what we know about this myth.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Sylvia Plath
Sylvia Plath remains a singular voice in American literature decades since her death, and her tragic story continues to resonate with readers today.
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The Legend Of Giants Explained
In Northern Ireland, you'll find a breathtaking collection of over 40,000 basalt pillars known as Giant's Causeway. The scientific explanation is that 60 million years ago, volcanic eruptions created that breathtaking formation. The slightly less scientific explanation? Well, a giant caused it.
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