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Events From 1986 That Changed Lives Forever

staff@grunge.com (Kathy Benjamin) — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:37:00 +0000

1986 saw regime shifts, a nuclear meltdown, a space shuttle explosion, successful surrogacy, Oprah going national, and other events that forever changed us.

Where Are Iran-Contra Scandal's Oliver North & Fawn Hall Today? Their 40-Year Update Is A Twist No One Saw Coming

staff@grunge.com (Brent Furdyk) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:37:00 +0000

The Iran-Contra Scandal was arguably the most prominent scandal of Ronald Reagan's presidency, and at the center were Oliver North and Fawn Hall.

Will Trump's Gold Decor Stay In The White House If He Dies In Office? What We Know

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:07:00 +0000

Donald Trump has made the interior of the White House very, very gold, and you might be wondering what will happen to it if he dies while still president.

The World Reacts To Charlie Kirk's Death

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 03:17:50 +0000

On September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk was shot dead during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Not long after, many public figures reacted.

All The Presidential Privileges Melania Trump Would Lose If Donald Died Today

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 00:37:00 +0000

Only eight presidents have died in office, and if Donald Trump met the same fate, Melania Trump would lose some of the benefits of being first lady.

Life Under Communist Rule Was Worse Than You Think

staff@grunge.com (Chris Turner-Neal) — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 00:37:00 +0000

Historically, life under communist rule is often marked by staggering death counts, oppression, starvation, and loss of freedoms, all in the quest for power.

Trump Will Break This Record If He Dies In Office

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Sat, 06 Sep 2025 10:07:00 +0000

In August 2025, rumors of Trump's poor health had some wondering if he was dying. If he dies in office, he'll break a record among U.S. sitting presidents.

The Secret Service Detail That Doesn't Make Sense About JFK's Assassination

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 00:37:00 +0000

The assassination of John F. Kennedy is still debated today, and there's one particular detail about the Secret Service that doesn't make sense.

The Eye-Watering Amount Donald Trump's Air Force One Costs Per Hour

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:37:00 +0000

Donald Trump is the current U.S. president, which means he uses Air Force One, the famous presidential plane that costs a hefty amount to operate per hour.

Why Did It Take So Long For All Women To Be Able To Vote?

staff@grunge.com (Amy Beeman) — Sun, 04 May 2025 15:00:00 +0000

It wasn't until the Voting Rights Act passed in 1965 that women of any race who were U.S. citizens could cast their votes in elections without interference.

Pope Francis Dead At 88

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:50:09 +0000

Pope Francis, leader of the Catholic Church, has died at age 88.

What Life Is Like Inside El Salvador's Largest Prison

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000

The Trump administration has sent hundreds of U.S. immigrants to CECOT, El Salvador's largest prison. Here's what life is like inside the institution.

The Resolution That Would Allow Donald Trump A Third Term, But Not Every President

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Congressman Andy Ogles proposed a resolution that would allow Donald Trump a third term, but the language is so specific it doesn't apply to future presidents.

What The Final Year Of MLK Jr.'s Life Was Like

staff@grunge.com (Sarah Crocker) — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 17:30:00 +0000

The impact of Martin Luther King Jr. on the history of the United States and the world beyond is undeniable, but the final year of his life was not easy.

Disturbing Prophecies For The End Of The World In 2025

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Another year, another set of doomsday prophesies. Here are several disturbing prophecies for the end of the world in 2025 from those who claim to know.

The World Reacts To Donald Trump's New Gulf Of America Day Declaration

staff@grunge.com (Carissa Jean Mares) — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 04:34:51 +0000

President Donald Trump declared February 9 "Gulf of America Day," possibly using the Super Bowl as a distraction, as reactions remain decidedly mixed.

Is This What The World Would Look Like If Saddam Hussein Hadn't Been Captured?

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 18:00:42 +0000

In 2003, Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was captured and tried for crimes against humanity. Here's what the world may look like today if he was never caught.

JFK's Grandson Lashes Out At Donald Trump Over Assassination Files

staff@grunge.com (Matt Wilson) — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:03:22 +0000

After Donald Trump ordered the declassification of files related to major 20th-century assassinations, JFK's grandson lashed out at the president.

The Top 5 Modern Oligarchs Who Are Wildly Rich

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:00:08 +0000

Oligarchs are the wealthiest among us who have the power to influence their national politics. Today, there are five figures in particular who are wildly rich.

The Real Reason The Village People Changed Their Tune About Donald Trump

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:00:58 +0000

The Village People's "Y.M.C.A." is an often-played song at Trump rallies, but the songwriter changed his tune about the campaign's use of the song. Here's why.