The Gaza Strip's Border Blockade Explained (And Why It's Hard To Leave)
The Gaza Strip's border blockade makes it difficult to exit the Palestinian territory. Here's why it was established and why it's hard to leave.
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What Happened To FDR's Children?
One of the most famous U.S. presidents, FDR, had six children, many of whom made names for themselves. Here's how they fared in politics, industry, and beyond. -
Why Are Vampires Believed To Hate Garlic?
Vampires are depicted in popular culture as hating garlic, and the plant is often shown to ward them off. So why is this the case? Let's take a look. -
How Did Somali Piracy Begin?
Somali piracy isn't as prevalent now as it used to be - for a while, it was a significant problem. The story of how it began goes back to 1991. -
How Did Keyboard Cat Become Famous (And What Happened To Him)?
Remember Keyboard Cat? One of the many contributors to the explosion of cat memes? Well, the story behind the famous feline is a somewhat complicated one. -
How LA's Skid Row Really Got Its Name
LA's Skid Row and its unhoused population need no introduction. But you might not realize that the name wasn't always the same - and its origins are surprising. -
What Happened To Theodore Roosevelt's Children?
Being the child of a U.S. president is a tall order - especially if your father was Theodore Roosevelt. Here's what became of Roosevelt's six children. -
Whatever Happened To AIM?
AIM, or AOL Instant Messenger, was extremely popular in the '90s and early 2000s. So what happened to it? Is it still around? You might be surprised. -
The Biggest Controversies From FDR's Presidency
Franklin Delano Roosevelt was both a lauded and reviled president, whose New Deal and World War II polices were both successful and mired in controversy. -
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. -
London's Secret World War II Tunnels Explained
Secret tunnels under London speak to a bygone past during major conflicts like World War II and the Cold War, espionage, and transatlantic communication. -
Killers Of The Flower Moon: Whatever Happened To Ernest Burkhart?
The film "Killers of the Flower Moon" is based on a true story of greed and murder. Ernest Burkhart is integral to the story. Here's what happened to him. -
Killers Of The Flower Moon: Whatever Happened To Byron 'Bryan' Burkhart?
Unlike his brother Ernest and William Hale, Byron "Bryan" Burkhart never went to jail for his role in the Osage tribe murders. Here's what happened to him. -
Killers Of The Flower Moon: What Happened To The Real Mollie Kyle?
Mollie Kyle from "Killers of the Flower Moon" lost several family members in a plot to steal her family's money. Here's what happened to her. -
The Entire Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Explained
Since the 19th century, the land that both Israelis and Palestinians call home has been disputed and fought over. Here's the long how and why behind it all. -
What Happened To The Real William Hale Depicted In Killers Of The Flower Moon?
Robert De Niro plays William Hale in Martin Scorsese's "Killers of the Flower Moon" - but what happened to the real-life Hale? Here's what we know. -
The Scary Reason This Caribbean Beach Is So Dangerous
West End, the capital of Grand Bahama, is one of the most dangerous beaches in the Caribbean, and there's a particularly terrifying reason why. -
How The Real Osage Murders Changed The Reputation Of The FBI
The FBI investigated multiple suspicious deaths among the wealthy Osage tribe in the 1920s. The case helped change the reputation of the young agency. -
The Legend Of The Iconic Waving Lucky Cat Explained
You are likely familiar with the iconic waving lucky cat, called Maneki-Neko in Japan where it originated. The prolific charm is surrounded by multiple legends. -
The Untold Truth Of Bayard Rustin
The man behind the March on Washington, Bayard Rustin, faced many challenges from his youth onward. Here's the untold truth behind a remarkable and gifted man. -
What Is A Kibbutz Community?
If you look back to the early 20th century, you'll find an agricultural settlement called Degania, which paved the way for the kibbutz movement. -
What Is The Two-State Solution?
When it comes to the long history of conflict between Israel and the Palestinians, the "two-state solution" is a phrase you'll hear often. So what does it mean? -
Popes Who Changed The Catholic Church Forever
Catholic teachings have been remarkably consistent over the last 2000 years, but several popes have managed to change the Catholic Church in dramatic ways. -
Finding A Husband On Halloween Used To Be The Goal In The 1700s
Of all the associations we have about Halloween in the 21st century, romance isn't really one. But in the 1700s the goal was to find a husband on the holiday. -
Why Displaced Palestinians In Gaza Are Taking Refuge In UN Schools
Whenever Gaza is attacked amid the many conflicts in the region, many displaced Palestinians take refuge in United Nations schools. Here's why. -
Why Some Countries Don't Recognize Palestine
The history of Palestine is long, complicated, and intertwines with various peoples, cultures, and religions. Here's why some countries don't recognize it. -
The Untold Truth Of Hamas
Deemed a terrorist organization, Hamas has long been at the forefront of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, most recently setting Gaza as the stage for war.
