What Is Muscular Christianity And What Do Followers Believe?
There are many approaches to Christianity, including the idea of Muscular Christianity that came about in the 19th century. Here's what followers believe.
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Everything We Know About Suzanne Morphew's Death So Far
Suzanne Morphew went missing on Mother's Day in 2020 - May 10 - and her body was discovered in September 2023. Here's what we know about her death so far. -
Do Bodies Really Explode During Cremation?
Occasionally explosive crematorium scenarios have made the headlines, which lead to the idea that bodies can explode during cremation, but do they really? -
The Controversial Reason Myanmar Changed Its Name (& Why Some Still Call It Burma)
The Southeast Asian country known as Myanmar changed its name in 1989 after the Junta regime came to power. However, some still call it Burma. Here's why. -
What Is The JFK Magic Bullet Theory?
After the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, theories swirled around the details of his death. Here's the magic bullet theory. -
Why Columbus Day And Indigenous Peoples' Day Are The Same Day
Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day commemorate a so-called conqueror and those he conquered, respectively. Here's why they're celebrated the same day. -
What Is Lo-Fi Music (And How Did It Become So Popular)?
Lo-fi music has found fans in people who use it as background music during tasks or even just to relax. Here's why the newfangled elevator music is so popular. -
How The Cast Of Moonshiners Avoids Getting Arrested
The cast of Discovery's hit show "Moonshiners" appears to be engaged in illegal activity, so how do they avoid getting arrested? The answer is complicated. -
The Bizarre Ending Of The Gospel Of Mark Explained
Though the four gospels of the Christian Bible's New Testament tell similar stories, the Gospel of Mark has a bizarre ending that is still debated. -
What Happened To The Murdaugh Murder Home?
The Murdaugh dynasty came crashing down thanks to the actions of Alex Murdaugh, a wealthy attorney who killed his wife and son, among other crimes. -
You've Heard Of Air Force One, But What About The Floating White House?
You've heard of Air Force One, but the floating White House was a luxurious part of Presidential life for several commanders in chief for nearly a century. -
How Did Empress Josephine Bonaparte Die?
Napoleon Bonaparte's wife, Empress Josephine Bonaparte, died in 1814. But the exact cause of her death is still somewhat unclear. Here's the story. -
Tragic Details Revealed In Chester Bennington's Autopsy Report
On July 20, 2017, Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington died by suicide. His autopsy report revealed some tragic details about his final hours. -
Whatever Happened To The Friday Song Girl?
After releasing "Friday" in 2011, Rebecca Black became the target of ridicule both online and in the real world. Here's what happened to her. -
The Dark Truth Behind Wheatus' Teenage Dirtbag
On the surface, Wheatus' "Teenage Dirtbag" seems like a song about a crush on a girl, but it was also inspired by Satanic panic accusations in the 1980s. -
Why Is Travelers' Diarrhea Called Montezuma's Revenge?
If you've ever traveled south of the U.S. border, you might have experienced travelers' diarrhea, or Montezuma's revenge. Here's the story behind the name. -
How Many People Died During The Salem Witch Trials?
The Salem witch trials ended in the deaths of several men, women, and children who were accused of practicing witchcraft in 1692. Here's how many people died. -
The Real Reason Hurricanes Are Rare In California
California has only ever been hit by one real hurricane. So why is it so rare to see them in the Golden State? There are a few different reasons. -
He Was The First American President To Hire A Female Staffer
In 2021 the first female Vice President of the United States was sworn in to office, but in 1890 this was the first American president to hire a female staffer. -
Whatever Happened To Epstein's Island?
Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein died in prison before he could face trial for sex trafficking charges. What happened to his island? -
This Was The First Sitting US President To Leave The Country
Presidents traveling abroad might seem normal today, but it used to be taboo. This changed when the first sitting American president left the country. -
The Unsolved 1997 Murder Of Denise Johnson
The 1997 Denise Johnson cold case murder was reopened after the work of the investigative reporter behind the "CounterClock" podcast. Here's the story. -
Why People Think George Washington's Bodyguards Tried To Kill Him
One of George Washington's elite bodyguards was executed for his role in a purported web of traitors - and some believe they intended to kill the president. -
How Real Is Ghost Adventures?
In "Ghost Adventures," a team of enthusiasts heads to supposedly haunted locations to track paranormal activity. So how real is what you're seeing? -
The Mysterious 2022 Disappearance Of 11-Year-Old Madalina Cojocari
Investigators say the 2022 disappearance of 11-year-old Madalina Cojocari may have been orchestrated by her own parents who waited weeks to report her missing. -
The Thing That Salvador Dali Feared Most In Life
Salvador Dali created some of the most famous surreal paintings in the world, replete with running themes, including images of something he feared most in life. -
The Real Reason Hot Air Balloons Fly So Low
Hot air balloons make a fascinating spectacle from the ground and offer stunning views from high above, but they fly low compared to other aircraft. Here's why.
