Does Women And Children First Still Apply When Boarding Lifeboats?
The seafaring code of "women and children first" has been culturally ingrained writ large, partly thanks to movies like "Titanic." But is it still a thing?
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The Biggest Theories About The Meaning Of Sacagawea's Name
The young Native American mother who accompanied the Lewis and Clark Expedition is a bit of a mystery in history. There are even questions about her real name.
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Nearly A Third Of London Watched This Famous Execution
Throughout history, many a criminal has become a figure of public fascination -- Al Capone and Butch Cassidy in the U.S., and Jack Sheppard in the U.K.
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The Origin Of Using Champagne To Christen Ships
Humans have been sailing for millennia, likely tens of thousands of years before we started writing things down. So why is champagne used to christen ships?
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The Best Theories About How Mark Twain Got His Name
Mark Twain is one of the most famous American authors of all time, but his name is actually just a pen name. Here's how Mark Twain got his name.
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The Magician Who Managed To Rob Jimmy Carter's Secret Service Detail
Some might call Apollo Robbins a master of sleight of hand. Others might call him a pickpocket. Which one was he when he robbed Jimmy Carter's security team?
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What Is The History Behind The Seasonal Holiday Of May Day?
Allergies aside, the arrival of spring is generally a welcome occasion in many parts of the world. For many, that means marking May Day as a special holiday.
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The Truth About President Taft's Special Seats At Yale
William Howard Taft was a Yale alumnus before he served as the 27th president. He seemed very happy to return to the school when he left the White House.
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Things You Can't Buy In North Korea
You can't buy these Western comforts in North Korea, so don't even try.
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Where Did The Hells Angels Get Their Name?
The Hells Angels are a notorious and controversial motorcycle gang known for their sometimes illegal behavior, and they their name originates in WWII.
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The Untold Truth Of Paolo Gucci
The Gucci family name has been synonymous with wealth and high fashion for decades. One of the central figures in the family and business was Paolo Gucci.
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The Surprising Origin Of The Magic 8 Ball
Many among us have consulted the Magic 8 Ball for answers to our most random questions. Here is the surprising origin of the classic toy.
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The Truth About The Father Of Modern-Day Parapsychology
There are many people who believe they have experienced some form of paranormal encounter in their lifetime. So who is the father of modern-day parapsychology?
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The Truth About Pig Toilets In Ancient China
Pig toilets date back to ancient China but still exist today. This archaic form of toilet had pigs perform a duty that was may seem gross but served a purpose.
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The Wreck Of The Titanic Won't Last Forever. Here's Why
The Titanic famously sunk after crashing into an iceberg on its journey from the U.K. to the U.S., and now its wreckage is in danger of disappearing completely.
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Are Any Titanic Survivors Still Alive?
The infamous sinking of the Titanic ocean liner occurred more than 110 years ago, but the question remains: Are there any Titanic survivors still living today?
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The History Of The Oldest Surviving Geological Map Of The Ancient World
The Turin Papyrus Map dates back to the reign of Ramses IV and is the oldest geological map of its kind. Here's the history of this ancient artifact.
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The Truth Behind The Tiny Piece Of Art Left On The Moon
Even though science and art seem very different undertakings, sometimes they work together. Here's the truth behind the tiny piece of art left on the moon.
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The Mystery Behind Led Zeppelin's Hotel Robbery
Led Zeppelin have legendary status when it comes to rock 'n' roll antics. But one hazy morning, the band woke up to find over $200,000 mysteriously missing.
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What The Lincoln Memorial Dedication Ceremony Was Really Like
The Lincoln Memorial was first dedicated in 1922, with several famous attendees. Famously, however, one Black speaker was segregated from the rest.
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The Unusual-Looking Spider Named After David Bowie
A species of spider is named after David Bowie, in honor of the late musician and his impactful legacy. Here's the story behind the strange spider.
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How Salvador Dali Came To Design A Candy Wrapper
Salvador Dali is one of the most recognizable names in the surrealism art movement. But, as well as painting Dali collaborated in the world of candy making.
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What Really Happened During Princess Anne's Attempted Kidnapping?
Princess Anne was once the target of a kidnapping attempt outside Buckingham Palace, which resulted in several people wounded, and her eventual escape.
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The Real Reason Princess Diana Didn't Have An Open Casket Funeral
Princess Diana died tragically in a car accident in 1997 and didn't have an open casket funeral for a number of reasons.
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The Hollywood Legend Whose Age Is Still A Mystery
Once upon a time, it was considered bad manners to ask someone how old they are. Besides, 100 years ago, the answer could be a little on the fuzzy side.
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The Mystery Of The Taos Hum Of New Mexico
Picking up good vibrations is all very well and good, and maybe you like to hum that or another tune. But what if the hum you're hearing doesn't have a source?
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The Unsurprising Origin Of The Word Husband
History tells us that love and marriage may or may not go together like a horse and carriage. For that matter, what do husbands and wives have to do with it?
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