The Horrific WWII Plane Crash That Shook New York City
Just after World War II ended, New Yorkers were shocked when a military plane crashed into the Empire State Building. Here's how the tragic accident happened.
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Tragic Life Details Of Widowed First Ladies
For first ladies such as Jacqueline Kennedy and Mary Todd Lincoln, being widowed by an assassin's bullet was just one in a long line of tragedies.
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The Most Daring Rescue Mission Of The Vietnam War
Just one year before America withdrew from the Vietnam War, the U.S. Air Force made multiple desperate attempts to find and rescue its navigator.
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The Forbidden High-Speed Race Across America
Since the early 20th century, the allure of setting a cross-continental record across the U.S. has proven irresistible, resulting in the famed Cannonball Run.
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La Niña 2025-2026 Is Gearing Up. Here Are The Weird Weather Events It Could Bring To Your Region
La Niña is characterized by cooler ocean temperatures that alter the Pacific jet stream, which can have a host of affects on various regions of the U.S.
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Dark Histories Of American Chain Restaurants
Taco Bell, Subway, Jack in the Box, McDonald's, and Denny's all have dark histories that involve stolen ideas, accusations of fake meat, and even death.
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How Bootleggers Fueled NASCAR
Many of NASCAR's founders, early drivers, and groundbreaking mechanics honed their skills modifying cars and running moonshine during and after Prohibition.
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Bizarre Cold War Stories You've Never Heard
After World War II and before the Soviet Union imploded in 1991, the globe was frozen in the Cold War, and it was rife with strange operations and tales.
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Where Are Iran-Contra Scandal's Oliver North & Fawn Hall Today? Their 40-Year Update Is A Twist No One Saw Coming
The Iran-Contra Scandal was arguably the most prominent scandal of Ronald Reagan's presidency, and at the center were Oliver North and Fawn Hall.
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The FBI's Deadly War On Depression-Era Gangsters
In between the start of Prohibition in 1920 and the christening of the FBI in 1935, the bureau clashed with infamous gangsters you've probably heard of.
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Will Trump's Gold Decor Stay In The White House If He Dies In Office? What We Know
Donald Trump has made the interior of the White House very, very gold, and you might be wondering what will happen to it if he dies while still president.
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The Story Of The Deadliest Wildfire In California History
Tragically, little survived in the wake of the 2018 Camp Fire wildfire, which burned so quickly that it covered a football field every second.
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Unusual 9/11 Stories History Overlooked
The images of the September, 11, 2001 terror attacks are unforgettable to many, yet some stories from that day have slipped through the cracks.
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All The Presidential Privileges Melania Trump Would Lose If Donald Died Today
Only eight presidents have died in office, and if Donald Trump met the same fate, Melania Trump would lose some of the benefits of being first lady.
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Trump Will Break This Record If He Dies In Office
In August 2025, rumors of Trump's poor health had some wondering if he was dying. If he dies in office, he'll break a record among U.S. sitting presidents.
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Cult Classic Children's Toys With Dark Histories
Many toys become iconic because so many people buy them and enjoy them, but some cult classics have been linked to some pretty horrific events.
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The State With The Most Civil War Battles In History
U.S. Civil War battles and skirmishes took place in several states, but one of the original 13 colonies became the state where the most battles occurred.
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The Most Bizarre Things Presidents Have Ever Said
From oddball one-liners to jaw-dropping gaffes, here are some of the strangest, funniest, and most baffling things U.S. presidents have ever said.
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Inside The Biggest White House Scandals Of All Time
For hundreds of years, the White House has seen more than its fair share of political and personal intrigue, along with some major, high-profile scandals.
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Inside One Of The World's Most Elite Kill Teams
War is an unfortunate constant all over the world, and with it comes various kinds of military units, some far more elite and deadly than others — like SEAL Team Six.
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The Worst U.S. Generals That Nearly Cost Us Our Freedom
War is never easy, and being a United States general comes with a lot of responsibility. Some, like William Hull and Benedict Arnold, hurt the country more than helped it.
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U.S. Presidents Who Were Really Weird People
Some United States presidents were pretty weird people. Here are some facts about them that you never knew — and maybe, never wanted to know.
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The Worst Part Of The Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster Isn't What You Think
In 1986, the world watched in horror as the space shuttle Challenger exploded on live TV. In the aftermath, the worst and unexpected details were yet to follow.
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Why The Battle Of Gettysburg Was Worse Than You Thought
The Battle of Gettysburg may be the most famous of the grim events during the American Civil War, but there are many shocking, lesser-known details about it.
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Bizarre Artifacts Found From The Revolutionary War Era
Archeologists and casual wanderers alike have discovered many once-lost relics from the Revolutionary War era, and some of those artifacts are truly bizarre.
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Former Staffers Who Had A Lot To Say About These Presidents
From affectionate tributes to brutal takedowns, former staffers have offered some telling commentary about Obama, Trump, and other U.S. presidents.
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Weird Things About Presidents' Ancestors That Explain A Lot
From getting kidnapped by pirates to making suffrage history, these weird facts about U.S. presidents' ancestors shed some light on their legacies.
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