Why Amish Children Aren't Allowed To Go To School Past 8th Grade
The Amish are exempted from Compulsory Education Laws and educate children only up until the 8th grade.
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Why This Museum Claims To Hold Thomas Edison's Dying Breath
Thomas Edison's son sent Henry Ford one of the test tubes found in the room where the inventor died in 1931.
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The Surprising History Of Paul The Apostle
One of the most commonly mentioned facts about the Apostle Paul actually isn't true. The myth is that he was born Saul, persecuted, and changed his name.
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Was The Aztec Sun Stone Really Used For Human Sacrifice?
The Aztecs of ancient Mexico are another such example. Their polytheistic religion placed an emphasis on sun god, Tonatiuh, who provided both light and life.
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The History Of Cremation Explained
Cremation is an increasingly widespread tradition today, with it being a common practice throughout history, despite controversy.
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The Truth About Nicolae Ceausescu's Corpse
Nicolae Ceausescu ruled Romania without mercy during the final decade of Eastern Europe's Iron Curtain at the end of the Cold War before being killed.
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Ed Kemper's Favorite Pastime In Prison May Surprise You
No one knew that as a boy, Ed Kemper had displayed disturbing behavior that pointed to the signs of a serial killer in the making.
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The Real Reason Carl Sagan Called Star Wars Racist
Here's why Carl Sagan told Johnny Carson in 1978 that he believes the first Star Wars film (aka A New Hope) may be a racist movie.
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The Truth About Saddam Hussein's Forbidden Blood Qur'an
The lasting source of controversy for this text of the Qur'an is that it is supposedly written in Saddam Hussein's own blood, leaving a precarious situation.
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The Truth About The Large Festival Held In Bastet's Honor
Greek historian Herodotus witnessed a Bastet festival. His description of the revelry surrounding the festival reads as similar to that of a modern Mardi Gras.
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The Messed Up Truth Of Serial Killer Carl Panzram
A career criminal, Carl Panzram was an unstoppable machine who enjoyed inflicting pain on everyone who was unfortunate enough to cross his path.
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The Mystery Of Hotel Del Coronado Explained
The Victorian-style Hotel Del Coronado, opened in 1888, has gained a reputation for being haunted and for its supernatural guests that refuse to check out.
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The Seven Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Explained
Christians believe the gifts manifest through the power of the Holy Ghost. From wisdom to understanding, counsel to fortitude, here's a rundown of this mystery.
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What's The Real Difference Between A Cult And A Religion?
Characteristics of cults, such as charismatic leaders or beliefs that challenge orthodoxy, were true of belief systems that are now mainstream religions.
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The Truth About The First African American Baseball Pro, Moses Fleetwood Walker
Jackie Robinson was the first African American to play in Major League Baseball (MLB). However, that's not the whole truth.
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Why Robert Propst Regrets Inventing The Office Cubicle
Ever since its debut in office workspaces around the world, the cubicle has gained an exceptionally -- almost universally -- negative reputation.
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How Elephants Have Been Used As Weapons In Warfare
People have ridden horses and camels into the heat of battle, but perhaps no cavalry in history has been more terrifying than the use of war elephants.
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What Queen Esther Really Looked Like In The Bible
In her reign, the young Queen Esther, herself secretly Jewish, helped save her people from persecution by strategically negotiating with her husband, the king.
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This Computer Was Created Specifically For The Amish
When we think of typical Amish trappings, they usually revolve around barns, buggies, and beards. Computers and cell phones certainly have no place, right?
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The Truth About The World's Most Infamous Mummy, The Yde Girl
In 1897, two Dutch laborers near the village of Yde in the Netherlands were working in a bog when a deformed dark body with fiery red hair came to the surface.
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The Crazy True Story Of The Cape Cod Vampire
Antone Charles Costa, known as Tony, killed at least two and probably eight women between 1966 and 1969. Here is the crazy true story of the Cape Cod Vampire.
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The Amish's Complicated Relationship With Electricity Explained
At the heart of the Amish creed is their dedication to Christianity and their emphasis on the importance of community harmony.
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What The Last Few Days Of Osama Bin Laden's Life Were Like
Osama Bin Laden, America's most wanted terrorist, was killed close to 10 years after he masterminded one of the worst terror attacks in American history.
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Here's Why Prince Philip's Will Won't Become Public For 90 Years
Having been a senior member of the Royal Family, the prince's last will and testament is not privy to the same requirements as those of other British civilians.
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What Do Freemasons Actually Believe?
Shrouded in secrecy, the Freemasons is a fraternal society that has attracted its share of controversy and concern for centuries.
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The Untold Story Of The Danbury Shakes
Ever thought about where the Mad Hatter in "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" got his name? Or why the character is so unhinged? The inspiration was very real.
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The Deadly Cosmetic Trends Women Once Relied On
They say beauty is pain but it shouldn't be deadly. Unfortunately a lesson learned the hard way. For centuries, cosmetics have been used to augment beauty.
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