Essential Jay Leno Facts For Every Fan
Jay Leno's tenure as host of "The Tonight Show" is perhaps well-known to most fans, but there are likely a few facts about him you don't know. Here are 12.
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What It Was Really Like Gambling In The Wild West
During the 1800s, gambling in the Wild West was quite different from today, with both rudimentary set-ups and luxury alike. Many games were similar to today's.
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The Big Die-Up: How The Winter Of 1887 Changed The U.S. Forever
The winter of 1887 didn't change this country because of an invasion or assassination — it changed everything because of greed in the cattle industry.
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The Biggest Avalanches In History Ranked By Most Deadly
From Washington's notorious Wellington avalanche to a disaster that killed 70,000 people in Peru, here's a rundown of the deadliest avalanches in history.
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How Women's Rights Vary Across The Middle East
In the Middle East many laws that concern women are often based on Sharia law and other religious codes, thus creating gender disaprity and a lack of rights.
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The Bobby Kennedy Assassination Theory That Would Change Everything
Robert F. Kennedy's assassination is odd and filled with strange holes that can't be easily explained, so it only follows that equally bizarre theories abound.
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Edith Bouvier Beale: The Eccentric Life Of Jackie Kennedy Onassis' Cousin
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis' cousin was once a socialite in her own right: Edith Bouvier Beale. Let's dive into Beale's eccentric life and how she found fame.
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Questionable Things About George H.W. Bush's Presidency
George Herbert Walker Bush was the 41st president of the United States of America, serving from 1989 until 1993.
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What Most Bands Do After A Concert
What really happens backstage after the house lights come on? Let's take a deeper look at what most bands do after a concert.
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What Happened To Every Actor Who Played Wednesday Addams On-Screen?
Each member of the Addams Family is a fan-favorite, but Wednesday Addams is on another level. Here are the actresses behind Wednesday and what they're up to.
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The Thanksgiving Disaster That Most People Haven't Heard About
Few realize that one of the oldest rivalries in U.S. history is associated with one of the worst accidents in U.S. sporting history.
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Legendary Swords From Famous Myths
The only thing cooler than a sword is a sword with a name and maybe also magic powers. The tellers of myths and legends from around the world knew this.
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Tragic Cases Of Patricide From History
Patricide, defined as killing one's own father, has repulsed and shocked people for thousands of years. Yet cases continue to occur well into the 21st century.
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Moments Of 2022 That Shook The World
The year 2022 will be remembered for a great many events, and we cite 13 in this list. These are the moments that shook the world and continue to reverberate.
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The Last Surviving Black Americans Who Were Born Into Enslavement
After the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863, slavery was outlawed. But for the last-surviving Black Americans born into slavery, its brutal legacy continued.
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The Donald Trump And Mike Pence Feud Explained
The relationship between Mike Pense and Donalt Trump has been both contentious and amicable, culminating in a falling out after the 2020 election.
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What Really Happened During The Violent Canadian Oka Crisis Of 1990
In a 78-day armed standoff, the Kanien'kehà:ka (or Mohawk) people in Canada fought for their right to their land. Here's the full story of the 1990 Oka Crisis.
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David Letterman: From Indiana To Becoming An Icon
David Letterman has been hosting shows on television for 30 years. Here's the history of his life, from growing up in Indiana to becoming a late-night icon.
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The Rise And Fall Of Steven Seagal
In the late '80s and early '90s, action man Steven Seagal was a major star, but failure and controversy followed. Here is the rise and fall of Steven Seagal.
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Black Panther: The Real-Life Inspirations For Wakanda
Wakanda, the fictitious location of the Marvel smash-hit "Black Panther," draws on many aspects of African culture. Here are a few of those inspirations.
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Tragic Details About Type O Negative's Peter Steele
Peter Steele's sudden death left a void in the Goth scene that has never been truly filled. These are some tragic details about Type O Negative's Peter Steele.
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The Reason Cyprus Is Divided
For over 50 years, Cyprus has been divided, but the lines of its division were drawn much earlier. Here is a review of why Cyprus is divided.
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The First People Who Bought Famous Technology
No matter how they manage it, there can only be one person in the world who is the first consumer to get their hands on a new kind of technology.
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The Differences Between These 13 Feline Species
There are 38 different feline species, and here, we take a look at the differences of 13 of them, including the big cats and the bigger of the smaller cats.
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Peyton Manning's Life Since Retiring From The NFL
Football fans and non-fans alike are familiar with the feats Peyton Manning achieved on the field. But here's what he's been up to since retiring from the NFL.
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The Tragic Story Of Big Star
In part because of the tragedy, loss, and what-might-have-been that surrounds Big Star and its members, the band has become legendary.
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Famous Works Of Art Vandalized Over The Years
From the "Mona Lisa" to van Gogh's "Sunflowers," some of the world's most famous works of art have been targeted by vandals. Here are a few shocking examples.
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