The Meaning Behind Elton John's Cold Heart
"The Lockdown Sessions" was released on October 22, 2021, and it was preceded by its lead single, "Cold Heart (Pnau Remix)." Here's what it means.
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Why This National Park Trail In Utah Is So Dangerous For Novice Hikers
Though beautiful, some of the U.S. terrain is not particularly easy to traverse. Here's why this national park trail in Utah is so dangerous for novice hikers. -
What Researchers Think Snowball Earth Was Really Like
About 717 to 661 million years ago Earth entered the "Sturtian Snowball Earth event." Recent studies have shed light on what this time was really like. -
Why Yom Kippur Is So Important In The Jewish Faith
The High Holy Days, or the Ten Days of Awe, start with Rosh Hashana, also called the Day of Judgement. So why is Yom Kippur considered to be so important? -
What's Come Out About Sinéad O'Connor Since Her Death
Irish singer-songwriter Sinéad O'Connor died on July 26, 2023. Details about her passing have been scant, but here's what we know about it so far. -
The Real Reason Trucks Have To Stop For Weight Checks
Ever wondered why trucks have to stop and get weighed on their travels? There are two particular reasons for this practice - here's what they are. -
History Of The Transatlantic Accent Explained
You've probably heard the transatlantic accent without even realizing it - and you might not know that unlike other accents, its origins were intentional. -
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. -
What You Didn't Know About Jimmy Carter's Literary Career
Though he had a tough time in office, Jimmy Carter is one of the most well-liked presidents in American history. He also had a long literary career. -
The Disorder That Drives People To Sever Their Own Limbs
First documented in print in 1785, there's a rare disorder that drives people to sever their own limbs. Here's the complicated history behind it. -
The Disturbing Crimes Of Cop-Turned-Serial Killer Anthony Sully
Anthony Sully was a police officer before he fell into a life of substance abuse and murder. Here are the details of the disturbing California Bay Area case. -
Why Dreadlocks Are So Important To Rastafarians
Though all people who have dreadlocks are not Rastafarian, all Rastas have dreads. Here's why the hairstyle is an integral part of the religion. -
Why Oktoberfest Leaves Many With Alcohol Poisoning
Large quantities of Bavarian beer are synonymous with Oktoberfest, so it's not surprising the event leaves many with alcohol poisoning. Here are the numbers. -
20 Of The Most Sampled Songs Of All Time
The rise of rap in the early '80s coincided with a new piece of hardware: the sampler. Here is the musical motherlode - the most sampled songs of all time. -
Theories About What The Golden Orb Found At The Bottom Of The Ocean Might Be
On August 30, 2023, the Okeanos Explorer found a strange golden orb at the bottom of the ocean. Here are some of the theories about its origins. -
Tragic Reasons Why People Fell From The World Trade Center On 9/11
That many people fell from the highest floors of the World Trade Center on 9/11 are deeply unsettling. This is the likely reason they fell from the building. -
Why Does Oktoberfest Happen In September?
Germany's Oktoberfest is more than 200 years old and draws 6 million people annually, but the name is misleading. Most of the festival happens in September. -
The Extinction Event That Once Reduced Humanity To 1,300 People
Thanks to genetic sequencing, scientists now say there was a population "bottleneck," or extinction event that once reduced humanity to 1,300 people. -
The Sad Reason This Guinness Record Holder Grew Her Nails Out For Over 20 Years
For over 20 years, one woman grew out her nails and refused to cut them, earning her a Guinness World Record. Here's the sad reason behind her decision. -
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. -
Who Is Panthera, Roman Soldier And Supposed Biological Father Of Jesus?
Some people believe that Roman soldier Panthera is the biological father of Jesus. It's certaintly a controversial opinion, and it has a complicated history. -
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? -
Whatever Happened To Waterbeds?
Ever heard of a bed filled with Jell-O? If modern waterbed inventor Charles Hall's initial idea worked out, then you might have. -
The FBI Records On The Song Louie, Louie Explained
After the Kingsmen's "Louie Louie" hit the airwaves in 1963, the FBI got involved and began an investigation that lasted over two years. Here's the story. -
The Distressing 1971 Death Of Francis Bacon's Lover
Irish artist Francis Bacon was known for his compelling imagery often portraying the human form. Some of that was inspired by his lover, who died in 1971. -
These Are America's Most Terrifying Rollercoasters
Rollercoasters are not for everyone. But if you're a thrillseeker, you might be interested in knowing the most terrifying ones America has to offer. -
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.
