How Angela Lansbury Was The Secret To Murder, She Wrote's Success
Angela Lansbury can be credited in many ways for the success of "Murder, She Wrote," starting with her saying yes to being part of a television series at all.
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The Legendary Last Words Of Washington Irving
Washington Irving is widely considered one of the fathers of American literature, with "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" among his numerous credits. -
Elvis Presley's Obsession With James Dean Explained
In so many important ways, Elvis Presley was one of a kind, a unique figure in popular entertainment, who nevertheless took inspiration from other entertainers. -
James Madison's 200-Year-Old Flute Now Shares A Unique Connection To Lizzo
Music is often described as the universal language, which speaks when words are insufficient. Music can span centuries, as Lizzo recently demonstrated. -
Barometric Pressure In Hurricanes Explained
While lower blood pressure may be good for health, low barometric pressure over the ocean is not so good. Here's barometric pressure in hurricanes explained. -
The Unexpected Official Cause Of Death Of Blues Legend Little Walter
Little Walter was an iconic blues musician who met an untimely death. This was the unexpected official cause of Little Walter's death. -
The Woman Who Saved Emily Dickinson's Poetry
Today, Emily Dickinson is considered one of the greatest poets in American literature. The reclusive writer's work was almost lost, however. -
Why Royals Never Have Open Caskets During Funerals
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the pomp and circumstance of royal funerary practices are in full view. Here is why royals never have an open casket. -
Why Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral Was Compared To The Olympics
Why was Queen Elizabeth II's funeral compared to the Olympics? Although the two don't seem to have much in common, there's a very good reason. -
The Woman Who May Have Inspired Hocus Pocus
The history of witchcraft in colonial America is a string of fatal tragedies. That history, however, has also given inspiration to some modern storytelling. -
Rod Stewart Sends A Message To The Royal Family In The Midst Of His Own Personal Loss
Singer Rod Stewart marked the death of Queen Elizabeth on Thursday, sending his condolences, as well as sharing why her passing was doubly devastating for him. -
Why Royal Watchers Are Hoping The Queen's Corgis Will Be Part Of Her Funeral
If there was ever one thing about Queen Elizabeth II that made people smile, it was her flock of squat corgi dogs that encircled her on a regular basis. -
Russia's Road Of Bones Is Even More Horrifying Than The Name Implies
Russia's Road of Bones is a stretch of remote highway in Russia with bodies buried underneath it. Here's why it's even more horrifying than it sounds. -
Everything We Know About Eliza Fletcher's Alleged Killer
On the night of Monday, September 5, the body of 34-year-old school teacher and mother of two, Eliza Fletcher, was found in Memphis, Tennessee. -
The True Origin Of Funeral Eulogies
It's common to advise against speaking ill of the dead. Eulogies -- usually spoken, a message about someone who has died -- tend to be complimentary. -
American Kindergarten Is Older Than You Think
Increasingly, the kindergarten year is not only seen as a crucial time in a child's educational development, but is required by law. It wasn't always so. -
How Many Women Is Larry Hall Suspected Of Murdering?
While Larry Hall was never convicted for murder and was imprisoned solely on a kidnapping charge, he was excited to take credit for killing many women. -
David Bowie Had Strong Feelings About George Harrison's Spirituality
Eric Idle believed that his esoteric Piscean friend George Harrison would get along great with the otherworldly stardust-sprinkled Capricorn David Bowie. -
Gregory Peck's Relationship With President Lyndon Johnson Almost Landed Him A Distinguished Job
Gregory Peck is known for starring in "To Kill a Mockingbird," but his relationship with president Lyndon Johnson almost landed him an even more important job. -
Researchers Made A 1,500 Year-Old Discovery Thanks To One Disgusting Finding
Fish gotta swim, birds gotta fly, and human beings gotta use the bathroom. Scholars are still learning about Roman toilet practices, one artifact at a time. -
How Nirvana Got Their Name
Kurt Cobain called his band Nirvana. But it didn't start out that way. How did the iconic band's name come to be? -
What Happened To Hugh Hefner's Secretary, Mary?
Mary O'Connor, Hugh Hefner's secretary, was a dedicated and valued employee and friend who was content with not being the center of attention. -
How A 4-Year-Old Girl Discovered A 220 Million-Year-Old Fossil
When 4-year-old Lily Wilder was strolling on the beach in Wales with her father, she spotted a larger-than-life discovery: a huge dinosaur footprint. -
Inside Pope Pius XII's Decree Against Communism
Many Vatican documents were unsealed and amongst the thousands of pages of papal decrees, Pius XII's stance on communism as it pertained to Catholics emerged. -
The Gruesome Ingredient A British Architect Is Recycling In Bricks
As it turns out, blood isn't just for the circulatory system of humans and animals, Kim Kardashian's vampire facials, or for sacrificial rituals. -
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The Real Meaning Behind The Name Enola Gay, The Plane That Dropped The First Atomic Bomb
The Enola Gay had a dark intention — the device was scheduled to drop an atomic bomb on an enemy target. Why did it get such a unique name?
