Why A Dutch Nun Voluntarily Imprisoned Herself For 57 Years
Religious devotion of all kinds, Christian or otherwise, can lead an individual to perform extraordinary acts on the journey to selfless sanctity.
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What An American Presidential Funeral Is Really Like
The U.S. military and government notably unite for a rare state event; a presidential funeral. Here is what an American presidential funeral is really like.
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The Disturbing Theory Behind The Police And Serial Killer Bible John
A serial killer targeted women in Glasgow, Scotland, in the 1960s. Despite intense investigation, the killer has yet to be found, and some suspect a cover-up.
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The Story Behind Legendary Gunfighter Doc Holliday's Alleged Last Words
Thanks to depictions like "Tombstone," Doc Holliday's alleged final words "This is funny" are well-known, but perhaps less known is the story behind it.
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The Twisted History Of Emperor Nero
The Roman Empire had its fair share of infamous rulers, but even among that list, some still stand out. This is the twisted history of Emperor Nero.
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The Wildest World Cup Moments In History
Here are some of the greatest and wildest moments of the FIFA World Cup that have made the tournament one of the most popular sporting events in the world.
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Why Nazi Director Leni Riefenstahl Was Not Given A Warm Welcome In Hollywood
When discussions ensue regarding the responsibilities of artists and the purpose of art, Nazi filmmaker Leni Riefenstahl often comes to mind.
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Who Is Ngozi Fulani?
Ngozi Fulani was at an event at Buckingham Palace to combat gender-based violence, when she was the victim of racist remarks. Here's what happened.
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The First World Cup Match Between The US And Iran Was Marked By Political Tension
The first World Cup match between the U.S. and Iran in 1998 was full of tension due to the strained relations between the two nations politically.
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Why Queen Camilla Does Not Have A Lady-In-Waiting
The British monarchy is rife with traditions that it still upholds today. Here is why Queen Consort Camilla decided not to have the traditional lady-in-waiting.
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How Fleetwood Mac's Don't Stop Became Bill Clinton's 1992 Campaign Song
Fleetwood Mac's "Don't Stop" held a certain nostalgia for the Baby Boomer generation that Clinton hoped to win over during his 1992 presidential campaign.
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The US Security Force That Protects Royals When They Visit America
The federal government is a maze of agencies, bureaus, organizations, and interwoven rivalries and cooperation, including various security arms.
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How A Wasp Nest Showed These Australian Cave Paintings May Be 5,000 Years Younger Than Expected
An ancient wasp nest helped to date these Australian cave paintings, showing that they may be 5,000 years younger than previously expected.
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The Unsettling Time A Dead Body Was Once Mistaken For An April Fools' Prank
Sometimes perception does equal reality for some people, whether a UFO or a celebrity sighting or just a run-of-the-mill April Fools joke -- or maybe not.
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The Time The US Supreme Court Ruled That Income Tax Was Illegal
Income tax is part of American life today, but it wasn't always that way. A century ago, income tax was actually ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.
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What Happened To The Bodies From D-Day?
After WWII's D-Day. Allied forces left behind thousands of their comrades' remains scattered across the beaches. Here's what happened to the bodies from D-Day.
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How Mike Lindell And Donald Trump Became Connected
This is how Mike Lindell -- aka the MyPillow guy -- and former president Donald Trump became connected.
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The First English Lottery Was A Literal Get Out Of Jail Free Card
The lottery has roots in a centuries-old tradition started in Ancient Rome. Here's how the first English lottery was like a get out of jail free card.
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Kurt Cobain's Final Message To Courtney Love Was Truly Heartbreaking
Kurt Cobain is one of the most influential artists of all time and one of the major pioneers of the grunge movement. Here's his final message to Courtney Love.
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Inside Ghislaine Maxwell's Friendship With Bill Clinton
As tragic details of the Ghislaine Maxwell sex trafficking case continue to unfold, connections are being discovered with powerful individuals.
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The Longest Suspensions In Sports History
Some athletes have been handed suspensions so long that it took a huge chunk out of their career. Here are the longest suspensions in sports history.
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Ava Gardner's 'Affair' With Fidel Castro Ended Before It Even Began
Movie star Ava Gardner once almost had a romance with Cuban leader Fidel Castro, before it was derailed by his jealous interpreter.
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The Forgotten World War I Terrorist Attack That Backfired For The Germans
In 1916, while the United States was still officially neutral during World War I, a deadly terrorist attack happened on American soil. So what exactly happened?
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What Are The Dangers That Trigger An Ashfall Advisory After A Volcanic Eruption?
Hawai'i's Mauna Loa, the world's largest active volcano, erupted for the first time in almost 40 years on November 28, 2022, leading to an ashfall warning.
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How The Established Titles Scam Really Works
Folks who've spent any amount of time pounding that tiny "skip" button in their YouTube videos might have noticed a video sponsor that's been making the rounds.
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Why Roman Gladiator Fights Spawned Countless Curse Tablets
Like now, Romans sought any and all advantages for their favorite sports heroes and teams. They were also highly superstitious, which spawned curse tablets.
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The Roman Emperor Whose Wife Refused To Save Him When He Was Buried Alive
You might think that once you become emperor, it would make a lot of your problems disappear, and that's true -- but only up to a point, because family.
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