The Real Reason Xzibit Lost All His Money
After two gold albums, a platinum album, and a stint hosting MTV's Pimp My Ride, one would expect that Xzibit could cruise comfortably enough for the rest of his career, but apparently not.
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This Is The Largest Bird That Ever Existed
It's a bird! It's a plane! Oh, no. It's both! Such might be the reaction of a time traveler visiting Argentina some six million years ago upon first catching sight of the largest bird that ever existed: Argentavis magnificens.
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The Phoenicians: Who Were They?
Even today, historians and archaeologists can't quite agree on who the Phoenicians were. What is clear, however, is that they were mighty. They established cities described in the Bible, created impressive artworks, and maybe even sailed as far as the British Isles.
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The Fascinating History Of The White House Rose Garden
When John F. Kennedy returned to the White House from his trip to Europe, a project came with him, lodged in his mind along with the memories of all the estate gardens he saw in England and France. The modern Rose Garden was born.
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Here's How Much Joni Mitchell Is Really Worth
Joni Mitchell may have "retired" from public life and the music industry, but that doesn't mean she stopped earning money. She's still worth a lot.
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The Untold Truth Of The Pirate Blackbeard
The most infamous buccaneer of the Golden Age of Piracy, Blackbeard, got his start as a privateer during Queen Anne's War. This is how the fearsome Blackbeard commandeered his notorious ship, built a reputation based purely on appearance, and evaded capture until his 1718 beheading.
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The Surprising Origins Of The Tooth Fairy
You'd think there'd be some consistency, but just as trick-or-treaters discover that some houses are dishing out full-size Hershey bars and others are distributing rocks, so the Tooth Fairy rewards for baby teeth vary quite widely.
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Inside Sir Edmund Hillary's Fascinating Life Of Adventure
Edmund Hillary made history in 1953 when he scaled Everest for the first time with Nepali climber Tenzing Norgay, but that was hardly his only achievement. Here's a look inside Sir Edmund Hillary's fascinating life of adventure.
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The Tragic Story Of The Triplets From Three Identical Strangers
Three identical twins, separated at birth, living in three households. One bizarre experiment. Sitcom or disturbing reality?
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This Is The Eagles' Most Underrated Song Ever
Let's see if we can discover the Eagles' most underrated song.
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Letters That Changed The Course Of History
The written word is a powerful thing. You never know when something as simple as a letter is going to spark an idea, a feeling, or a determination to do something that's going to change the world, and literally? That can happen at any time. These are letters that changed the course of history.
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Inside Dolly Parton's Complicated History With Porter Wagoner
Everyone loves Dolly Parton. She's an icon for a reason and everyone basically agrees she's the best. But even she has a complicated history with some people. Case in point -- Porter Wagoner.
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The Reason Patty Smyth Didn't Replace David Lee Roth In Van Halen
In 1985, Van Halen's frontman, David Lee Roth, decided to leave Van Halen due to creative differences between him and other band members. Eddie Van Halen turned to an unexpected pick in looking for his replacement: Scandal frontrunner, Patty Smyth.
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Mike Tyson Vs. Deontay Wilder: Who Would Win?
Boxing is a well-documented sport, and the strengths and weaknesses of its most famous fighters are well-known. That's why nothing can stop you from a fantasy fight between Mike Tyson and Deontay Wilder, despite its actual impossibility.
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False Facts About The Wild West You Always Thought Were True
Yes, the Wild West was awesome, but that's not to say it was as awesome as video games, television, and film make it out to be.
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How Your BMW Is Lying To Your Face
For BMW reviewer Nico DeMattia, BMW's M235i Gran Coupe introduced a much needed feature: the ability to reduce the car's "artificial engine noises.
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What Is The Fastest Speed Limit In The World?
When you drive, you're probably very careful about the speed limit (and you should because it's the law). But if you've ever thought of living out your NASCAR dreams ion the open road, you should do it in a place that allows for it. And no, it's nowhere in the United States.
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Did Adam And Eve Really Exist?
It's not uncommon to assume that there is a scientific basis for the biblical version of Adam and Eve. After all, humans had to start somewhere. Often, that assumption is taken out of context, for one reason or another.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Larry King
Larry King was simply an American institution, known for his tough, direct, and fair interviews with just about anyone. Here's the real story of Larry King.
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You Probably Missed This Walter White Detail In Breaking Bad
Breaking Bad is an unusual story. No TV show, past or since, has successfully woven such terrifying ruthlessness around a protagonist who wears grandpa underpants.
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Here's How Much Tears For Fears' Curt Smith Is Actually Worth
During the height of the New Wave movement in the 1980s, English band Tears For Fears were at the top of their game.
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The Truth About Tom DeLonge's Alien Obsession
When the news of Blink-182's second falling apart, due to Tom DeLonge's lack of interest, started to spread in 2015, people nodded in an understanding manner. However, in 2016, he told Mic that he primarily broke from Blink-182 to form a new company that would focus on UFOs.
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The Tragic Death Of Joe Walsh's Daughter
The early seventies marked a joyous time for Eagles member Joe Walsh. He married then-Boston University student Stefany Rhodes, welcomed oldest daughter Emma Kristen in 1971, and moved west to Boulder, Colorado a few short months later ... However, a terrible death would soon shake the household.
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The Winter War: Finland's Heroic Stand Against A Soviet Invasion
On November 30th the Winter War was on (formally known as the Russo-Finnish War), a conflict that would last until March, the following year.
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What Your History Class Didn't Teach You About Auschwitz
Auschwitz. There are few places that conjure up more images of death and horror than the Nazi's most infamous concentration camp. But it was worse than you ever learned, because there are some places history classes just won't go. Here's what your history class didn't teach you about Auschwitz.
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This Is How Lil Kim Became Too Poor To File For Bankruptcy
Lil Kim wasn't lying that it's "all about the Benjamins" when the rapper filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in 2018, claiming at the time that she was in debt to the tune of seven figures.
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The Tragic Death Of Quiet Riot's Frankie Banali
USA Today reported that Banali died in Los Angeles, with his wife, Regina, and daughter, Ashley, beside him. Regina characterized Frankie's cancer fight as "an inspiringly brave and courageous 16-month battle to the end," related Louder Sound.
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