Why Modern Banking Has The Crusades To Thank For Its Existence
It's hard to imagine being able to function without a banking system as we know it. Here's why modern banking has the Crusades to thank for its existence
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What We Know About The Woman Claiming To Be Madeleine McCann
In 2007, 3-year-old Madeleine McCann disappeared during a family vacation in Portugal. Now one woman has come forward, claiming to be the missing girl. -
The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Raquel Welch
On February 15, 2023, the world said goodbye to famed actress Raquel Welch. She was 82. -
What Are Specialized Police Units And How Do They Become Dangerous?
In January 2023, the killing of Tyre Nichols by members of Memphis's SCORPION unit shone a spotlight on the controversial history of specialized police units. -
Who Are The Additional Officers In The Tyre Nichols' Murder Case?
On January 7, 2023, 29-year-old Tyre Nichols was killed after what should have been a routine traffic stop. Here is more about the additional officers involved. -
The Heart-Wrenching Death Of The Original Wednesday Addams, Lisa Loring
Lisa Loring, the actress that originated the role of Wednesday Addams in the show, "The Addams Family," died on January 28, 2023. Here is more about her. -
The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Television Frontman Tom Verlaine
The punk-rock world has lost yet another storied icon with the death of one of its pioneers, Television frontman and guitarist Tom Verlaine. -
The Heart-Wrenching Death Of David Crosby
Acclaimed folk-rock musician David Crosby died at the age of 81. His death was confirmed by a statement from Crosby's wife, Jan Crosby. -
The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Lisa Marie Presley
Singer-songwriter Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley, died on January 12, 2023. Here is a look back at her life. -
Inside The Fascinating Marriage Of Lisa Marie Presley And Michael Jackson
Of her marriage to Michael Jackson, Lisa Marie Presley gave no indication that anything other than genuine affection was behind their union. -
Pizza And Bear Monsters: Bizzare Tales Of Fake Sign Language Interpreters
Sign language interpreters are key to ensuring deaf and hard-of-hearing people receive important information. But sometimes they can harm more than they help. -
The Life And Career Of Iconic Journalist Barbara Walters
Barbara Walters was a pioneer in broadcast journalism achieving numerous firsts. However, the road to attaining that iconic status wasn't always easy. -
The Death Of Former Pope Benedict XVI Explained
Former Pope Benedict XVI died. He was 95. Pope Benedict, who served as the leader of the Catholic Church from 2005 to 2013, had been in poor health as of late. -
The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Barbara Walters
Barbara Walters, one of the pioneering women in American broadcast journalism and the first woman to co-anchor an evening newscast segment, has died. -
The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Pelé
On December 28, 2022, the world said a heart-stricken goodbye to humanitarian, ambassador to his sport, and the greatest soccer player of all time, Pelé. -
The Bizarre Death Of Pavel Antov, Russian Sausage Tycoon
Russian sausage tycoon Pavel Antov's bizarre death is the latest in a string of unusual ends for critics of Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine. -
The Groundbreaking Clean-Energy Discovery Made At Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
The groundbreaking clean-energy discovery made at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California is a big step for science but has a long way to go. -
The Tragic And Unusual 2017 Death Of Jasmine Beever
Teenager Jasmine Beever compulsively ate her hair, which caused a stomach blockage that eventually led to her death. -
What We Know About Brittney Griner's Prison Release
Brittney Griner was sentenced to nine years in a Russian prison but was released 294 days after her initial arrest. Here's what we know about her release. -
The Death Of Kirstie Alley Explained
Award-winning Hollywood actress died on December 5, 2022, at the age of 71. Here is more about her life and the public reaction to her unexpected death. -
The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Christine McVie
Christine McVie, one of the driving forces of Fleetwood Mac — vocalist, instrumentalist, songwriter — has died at the age of 79, surrounded by family. -
Why Iran Wants The US Banned From The World Cup
Politics are supposed to stay out of World Cup events, but Iran wants the U.S. banned from the World Cup for making a political statment. Here's why. -
The Bizarre Seahawks Penalty That Wasn't, Explained
On November 27, 2022, the Seattle Seahawks hosted the Las Vegas Raiders at home and eventually lost. Notably, the game included a bizarre penalty that wasn't. -
Yellowstone Officials Now Know Who The Foot Found Abyss Pool Belonged To
An employee at Yellowstone National Park found a human foot, in a shoe, at the Abyss Pool. That foot has now been matched with its owner. -
What We Know About The Mysterious Deaths Of 4 University Of Idaho Students So Far
On November 13th, 2022, four University of Idaho students were found dead inside a house near the college campus. Here's what we know so far. -
What We Know About Jay Leno's Severe Burn Hospitalization
Comedian and long-time host of NBC's "Tonight Show" Jay Leno was forced to cancel an appearance after experiencing severe burns to his face. -
The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Keith Levene, Co-Founder Of The Clash
Keith Levene was 65. He is recognized for his experimental guitar-playing style, contributions to punk music, and "unique talent" that influenced a generation.
