20th-Century Predictions That Actually Came True
The 20th century was full of predictions that came true, from the atomic bomb and new technology to the deaths of historical figures.
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Tragic Details About First Lady Dolley Madison's Life
Dolley Madison is known for the myth that she rescued a portrait from a burning White House, but her real life was exciting enough. Here are her many tragedies.
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The Untold Truth Of Bad Wolves
Bad Wolves might not be a household name, but their cover of "Zombie" launched their fame. Like any other metal band, though, they have had their ups and downs.
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A Complete Timeline Of Kouri Richins' Murder Case
The murder case involving Kouri Richins is by far one of the most bizarre to take place in recent years. This is the complete timeline of the case so far.
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Tragic Details About Deep Purple
Known for such classic songs like "Smoke on the Water" and "Woman for Tokyo," Deep Purple has been cranking out music for decades, amidst personal tragedies.
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The Tangled Life Of The My Pillow Guy, Mike Lindell
My Pillow founder Mike Liddell is more famous for his conspiracy theories and right-wing politics than his actual product.
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These Final Messages From Sinking Ships Are Haunting
Maritime disasters are always a tragedy, made worse by the lives lost. As ships radioed for help, captured were final messages of crew and passengers.
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Inside Mary And Anne Boleyn's Complicated Relationship
Many recognize Anne Boleyn as the doomed second wife of Henry VIII. But her sister Mary was also a key court figure, and their kinship was fraught with drama.
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The Tragic Story Of The Sinking Of The Lusitania
In 1915, a German U-boat sank the passenger cruiser Lusitania, with 1,198 souls lost. From unheeded warnings to leaky lifeboats, that fateful day is explained.
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Live Performances That Turned Rock Stars Into Legends
From the controversial to the sublime, here are a handful of live performances so powerful that they turned these musicians into larger-than-life legends.
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Why The Regency Era In Britain Was Such A Wild Time
The Regency Era has often been depicted as austere and proper, when it fact it was a period of wild behavior and upheaval.
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How Creed Became One Of The Most Hated Bands In Music
The decline of Creed -- and Scott Stapp in particular -- was as spectacular as the band's rise. Here's the long, strange story of Creed's fall from grace.
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Every Baby That Was Born In The White House
Being born in the White House has been a rare occasion throughout American history. Here are all the members of this exclusive club, and how they fared.
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14 Famous Graves You Can Visit At LA's Hollywood Forever Cemetery
For fans of film history, The Hollywood Forever Cemetery is a fascinating destination in LA. There, you can see the graves of many stars of Old Hollywood.
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Where Is Jean-Claude Van Damme These Days?
Jean-Claude Van Damme might not be the box-office powerhouse he was in the '80s and '90s, but that doesn't mean he's been resting on his laurels.
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'90s Sitcom Stars Who Died Tragically
Not all of the stars of famous 1990s sitcoms are still with us today, as nature takes its inevitable path. However, some died in tragic circumstances.
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Tragic Details About Matthew Perry's Life
Matthew Perry is best known for his loveable yet sarcastic "Friends" character Chandler Bing. But his on-screen persona hid much about the tragedy in his life.
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The Dark Truth Of The Most Haunted Bridges In The World
Haunted bridges are a pretty common trope in spooky stories. Whether fact or fiction, many bridges across the globe have a scary story attached to them.
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Famous People Who Passed Through Ellis Island
Ellis Island, New York, was the first port of call for immigrants for over half a century. Masses of people have passed through, including a few famous ones.
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The Tragic Tale Of Queen Elizabeth II's Cousins, Katherine And Nerissa
Nerissa and Katherine Bowes-Lyon were first cousins of Queen Elizabeth II who were sent to live in a Victorian-era institution. Then they were forgotten about.
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Surprising Things That Happen After The United States Declares War
The U.S. declares war once in a while, and most people associate this with the mobilization of troops. But there is a lot more that can, and has, occurred.
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What It Was Like To Be At The March On Washington
The March on Washington in 1963 was a watershed moment in American and Black history, changing the lives of many who were there.
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Every Amendment After The Bill Of Rights Explained
Not all Constitutional amendments are as famous as the first 10. Here is each one after the Bill of Rights explained and the circumstances that led to them.
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Things That Were Normal In Schools 70 Years Ago
The 1950s was a time of changing childhoods. Here are some things that were commonplace in the 1950s that have largely vanished from American schools today.
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Novelty Songs That Could Only Have Become Hits In The '80s
Novelty songs are weird almost by definition, but the 1980s produced a string of them so bizarre they couldn't have come from any other decade.
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The Day Saturday Morning Cartoons Died
In the U.S. at least, children of the latter half of the 20th century have fond memories of Saturday morning cartoons. One day, it ended, here's how and why.
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The Dark History Of Collegiate Greek Life
Joining a fraternity or sorority has been a defining part of college life for over a century. But its history has not always been as illustrious as its alumni.
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