What Life Was Like For U.S. Marshals In The Wild West
In the Wild West, deputies of the U.S. Marshals Service were tasked with law enforcement and capturing fugitives, and their jobs could be quite dangerous.
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Real Hidden Treasures Still Waiting To Be Found
Billions of dollars worth of treasure still await the right adventurer to turn them into a retirement plan for the next ten generations of their family.
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The Wannsee Conference Of 1942: The Birthplace Of Nazi Germany's Final Solution
Here's the story of the Wannsee Conference of 1942: the birthplace of Nazi Germany's final solution, where Nazis increased efforts to eliminate the Jews.
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The Most Disturbing Part Of The Chernobyl Disaster Isn't What You Think
Here are some of the worst things about the Chernobyl disaster.
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10 Best Queen Songs You've Never Heard
Whether you like Queen or not, they're one of the most pervasive forces of nature the music industry has ever seen.
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The Rare, Prehistoric Find Made By A 9-Year-Old From Maryland
Not all important historical finds are made by professionals. This rare, prehistoric find of a megalodon tooth was made by a 9-year-old from Maryland.
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Bizarre Things That Happened On The Set Of Game Of Thrones
Some of the shenanigans and troubles on the Game of Thrones set are almost equal to the trials and tribulations of Westeros.
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Prestigious Awards Given To Undeserving Winners
These prestigious awards were given out to some pretty undeserving winners.
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Here's What Really Happened To Joseph Stalin's Body
Stalin started off in death a popular figure, but his reputation soon soured. This is what happened to his body after he died, then again eight years later.
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The Bush Family Tree Explained
The Bush political dynasty has been at the heart of American politics for generations. Here we trace the Bush family tree back to its not-so-humble beginnings.
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The Truth About The Mirny Diamond Mine
The Mirny Diamond Mine pumped out shiny diamonds for decades, but experts never figured out how. The giant hole in the ground is a wellspring of mystery.
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Here's How Amelia Earhart Stayed Awake During Flights
Amelia Earhart was a true pioneer. Her first flight across the Atlantic took almost 15 hours, but she didn't use coffee to stay awake. Here's how she did it.
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Details You Didn't Know About Rose Dunn
Rose Dunn, the Rose of Cimarron, was an infamous outlaw in Oklahoma. Or was she?
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The Weird Artifacts Found At Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, home of George Washington, has become home to many weird artifacts over the centuries. Here's a look into the curios housed there.
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Andrew Jackson's Biggest Regret As President May Surprise You
It's not uncommon presidents have regrets about their time in office. Andrew Jackson's was interesting, to say the least. It will probably surprise you.
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The Truth About Augusto Pinochet's Corpse
Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet died before he could be tried for crimes against humanity. This is what happened to his corpse when it was sent back to Chile.
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Why There Are No Vineyards On Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard is a popular vacation island off the coast of Massachusetts, but it's actually a misnomer. There are no vineyards on Martha's Vineyard.
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The Real Reason Airplane Windows Are Round
Airplane windows are famously round, in contrast to the shape of most other windows, but why? This is the real reason airplane windows are round.
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When The Royal Family Travels It Costs UK Taxpayers Way More Than You Realize
The British Royal Family travels frequently for engagements both at home and abroad, and the bill isn't cheap. It costs UK taxpayers more than you think.
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This Is The Assassination Of King Umberto Of Italy Explained
King Umberto of Italy was assassinated in 1900, though it wasn't as surprising as it might sound. This is what led to King Umberto's assassination.
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The Startling Reason Martin Luther King Jr's Family Met With Convicted Killer James Earl Ray
Martin Luther King Jr. is thought to have been killed by James Earl Ray, but the King family disagrees, thinking Ray was part of a broader conspiracy.
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This Lake In Russia Is One Of The Most Dangerous Places On Earth
Lake Karachay in Russia's Ural Mountains is one of the most dangerous places on Earth thanks to Mayak, a radioactive dumping ground for nuclear waste.
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Here's Who Inherited John D Rockefeller's Money After He Died
The Rockefeller family is one of the richest in American history, thanks to their oil fortune. Here's who inherited John D. Rockefeller's money.
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What's The Difference Between The Bible And The Torah?
People often conflate the Bible and Torah, but in fact, they're two quite distinct bodies of work. Each is significant in its own right.
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How A Single Key Could Have Stopped The Sinking Of The Titanic
The Titanic famously sunk after crashing into an iceberg, but here's how a single key might have been able to stop that tragedy from happening.
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This Is How The Atlanta Braves Got Their Name
The Atlanta Braves are one of the oldest teams in baseball, and the team name can be traced back to a 19th-century political organization in New York.
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The Most Popular Theories Why New Orleans Is Known As The Big Easy
New Orleans is commonly known as "The Big Easy," but how did it get this nickname? There are many popular theories, but here's how the city likely got the name.
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