Families Who Fought On Both Sides Of The American Civil War
Here are some of the families whose loyalties were divided between the North and the South in the American Civil War, often with tragic results.
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The Untold History Of Elevators
Most people don't give much thought to taking elevators these days. But this invention, which partly made skyscrapers possible, has a long history behind it.
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The Most Popular Jobs 100 Years Ago
Some jobs seem timeless, resistant to the relentless march of technology and society. But 100 years ago, the most popular jobs were not so similar as to today.
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The Time France's Entire Wine Industry Was Nearly Destroyed
The French wine industry enjoys a global reputation of excellence. But over a century ago, it almost collapsed for good, until a New World transplant saved it.
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Creepy Paranormal Documentaries That Will Make You Question Everything
These creepy paranormal documentaries might make you wonder and question everything you know.
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Musicians Who Died Of Liver Failure
The death of Smash Mouth's Steve Harwell has shone a spotlight on a condition that has claimed the lives of more than a few musicians: liver failure.
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What Being A Groupie In The 1970s Was Really Like
There are countless pictures of groupies who hung out with all the big bands of the 1970s, but the term "groupie" means different things to different people.
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The Most Terrifying Human Experiments In World History
Scientific progress can come with a heavy cost, potentially hurting a lot of people. Here are a few of the most terrifying human experiments ever conducted.
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Crime Junkie Co-Host Brit Prawat Names Her Favorite True Crime Shows - Exclusive
Naturally, Crime Junkie co-host Brit Prawat loves crime-related TV shows - and she told us which true crime and scripted crime series are her favorites.
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The Deadliest Massacres In Every State
The history of America is full of violence, and every state has had its share of murder and mayhem, neither of which every truly justified.
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Spider-Man: What Happened To Every Pre-1990s Actor?
Before Spider-Man became Hollywood's web-slinging darling in the '90s, actors had been portraying him for decades. Some went on to further fame, but not all.
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The Most Startling Musician Fashion Moments In History
Musicians and fashion have always been entwined, and performers are often at the edge of fashion boundaries. But sometimes, they really turn up the shock dial.
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Child Stars Who Have Ended Up In Jail
Being a child star is immensely difficult, and Hollywood is merciless. Read on to learn more about child stars who have ended up in jail.
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Everything New Uncovered About The Queen Since Her Death One Year Ago
How much did the world really know about Queen Elizabeth II? With Elizabeth's passing, some more information come out about who she really, truly was.
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If These Historical Moments Weren't Caught On Camera, You Would Have Never Believed Us
From the first nuclear explosion to a "grand prix" on the moon, here are some of the most incredible historical moments that have ever been caught on film.
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The Tragic, Untold Truth Of Smash Mouth
Smash Mouth broke out with "Walkin' on the Sun," before immortalizing themselves with "All Star." Their journey was not always easy, and is full of surprises.
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12 Structures Built For The World's Fair That Still Exist
Some of the most iconic man-made structures on the planet, from Paris' Eiffel Tower to Seattle's Space Needle, were built for world's fairs.
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The Biggest Scandals To Ever Hit The History Channel
The version of the History Channel that had shows about history is long gone today, and in its place we have a scandal-ridden reality TV outlet called History.
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Scary Hiking Stories That Will Make You Want To Stay Indoors
Hiking is an opportunity to get out in nature and explore the world. But these scary hiking stories will make you want to stay indoors.
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A Look At Dave Grohl And Paul McCartney's Epic Friendship
Dave Grohl and Paul McCartney have become really good friends over the years. In addition to their friendship, the two have performed and recorded together.
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Disturbing Details About The Boy Scouts Of America's Sexual Abuse Scandal
More than a century after it was founded, the Boy Scouts of America found itself at the center of one of the largest sex abuse scandals in American history.
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Endangered Animals You Didn't Know Were In Crisis
Thousands of animal species are considered endangered. But there are numerous well-known species that many don't realize are also close to extinction.
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The Crime Junkie Case That Haunts Brit Prawat To This Day - Exclusive
"Crime Junkie" co-host Brit Prawat shared the case that has stuck with her - and even haunted her before she and her co-host discussed it on their podcast.
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Wild True Stories Of Wine Fraud
Wine fraud is a surprisingly common racket that dates back as least as far as the ancient Roman Empire. Here are a few of history's most notorious wine scams.
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Myths People Believe About Carnivorous Plants
When it comes to carnivorous plants, fact is sometimes stranger than fiction. Here's the science behind some of the myths about these incredible species.
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Children's Entertainers Arrested For Serious Crimes
Throughout the years, various children's entertainers have been arrested for pretty serious crimes. Here are a few of the most infamous incidents.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Bettie Page
Bettie Page was one of the most popular pin-ups in the 1950s, but controversy forced her into obscurity. From start to finish, her life was full of tragedy.
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