The Truth About Walt Disney's Disneyland Apartment
Walt Disney had a hidden apartment built above the fire station in Disneyland.
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What Happened After The McDonald's Hot Coffee Lawsuit?
In 1994, an elderly woman filed a lawsuit against McDonald's after getting third-degree burns from the fast-food chain's hot coffee.
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The Myth Of Strzyga Explained
The strzyga is a vampire-like creature from Slavic mythology that resembled an owl.
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The Truth About Titanic Survivor Eva Hart
Eva Hart was 7 years old when she survived the Titanic's sinking in 1912.
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What Life Was Really Like For Civil War Soldiers
The life of a Civil War soldier was far from easy, and at times became very trying, even deadly. This is what life was really like for Civil War soldiers.
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This Was Martin Luther King Jr.'s Last Request Before He Died
Martin Luther King Jr. was infamously assassinated at a hotel in Memphis, but had one final request. This was King's last request before he died.
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Who Was Samuel In The Bible?
Two books of the Bible bear Samuel's name - but who exactly was he? The answer is complicated. In fact, he is quite an interesting character.
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Did Sam Adams Actually Brew Beer?
The name of Samuel Adams is synonymous with the beer brand and industry, but the man himself was more successful as a politician and revolutionary.
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The Legend Of Starved Rock Explained
The legend of Starved Rock dates back to the 1700s, but the story for which the rock was named might actually be completely false.
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Did Jesus Have A Job?
Jesus Christ is one of the most well-known figures in Western culture and the foundation of Christianity, but did the famous prophet have a job?
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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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Whatever Happened To The Menendez Brothers' Home?
In August 1989, Erik and Lyle Menendez infamously murdered their parents in their Beverly Hills mansion on North Elm Drive. Here's what happened to it.
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The Real Meaning Behind David Bowie's Heroes
The meaning behind David Bowie's "Heroes" was inspired by a historical place but the song itself may have helped propel the destruction of that same structure.
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What Life Was Really Like In The WWI Trenches
Trenches were essentially an exercise in misery during World War I. Here's what life within them was really like for soldiers on both sides of the war.
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Bonfire Night: Your Guide To The Fall Celebration
Bonfire Night is celebratory, but its origins come from an assassination attempt that led to the deaths of several men. Here's a guide to the fall celebration.
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What's The Difference Between Day Of The Dead And All Souls Day?
Day of the Dead and All Souls Day fall around the same time, and both are focused on deceased loved ones. But they aren't the same thing. Here's the difference.
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How Much Do The World Series Champions Make?
You might imagine that MLB World Series champions make a good chunk of change for their victory. That's true, but the process is complicated.
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How Is A Catholic Relic Made?
Catholic relics can be found in every Catholic church across the world. But how exactly are they made? Well, the answer is a bit complicated.
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Why The Number 7 Is Considered Good Luck
The number seven is considered good luck in various cultures - but why? To answer this question, we need to pull from the fields of history and science.
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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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What John Lennon's Rumored Last Meal Was
What was the last thing musician John Lennon ate before he was shot and killed on December 8, 1980? Here's what we know about his rumored last meal.
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What Happened To Bill Clinton's Inaugural Ball Saxophone?
During his inauguration ball on January 19, 1993, former president Bill Clinton busted out his saxophone. Here's what happened to the instrument.
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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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The Magna Carta Is More Important Than You Probably Realize. Here's Why
The Magna Carta was issued by England's King John in 1215 C.E., but its infuence has rippled all the way into the present. Here's why it's so important.
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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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The Origins Of Day Of The Dead
Day of the Dead decor like sugar skulls have become ubiquitous at U.S retailers but the origins of the holiday go back to ancient Mesoamerican peoples.
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