Desmond Tutu's Remains Were Aquamated. Here's What That Means
Instead of a burial or cremation, Desmond Tutu opted for a considerably more low-key send-off, utilizing an eco-friendly process called aquamation.
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Political Secrets Revealed By Lip Readers
Lip reading is not a science. Lip readers have tried deciphering the mouth movements of world leaders around the globe, from David Cameron to Donald Trump.
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The Clinton Family Tree Explained
The Clintons are an American political family. They entered the famous stage to most people in the '90s, when Bill Clinton ran and became the 42nd president.
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The Tragic Death Of Alexander Litvinenko Explained
In contrast to how assassinations in media and real-life are often quick affairs, such was not the case for Alexander Litvinenko, a Russian security officer.
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Here's Who Inherited Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Money After She Died
The late associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, advocated for many causes before she died on September 18, 2020, at the age of 87.
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The Charges Against Julian Assange Explained
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has evaded the U.S. for more than a decade since the publishing of material by Army whistleblower Chelsea Manning.
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Here's Who Inherited Colin Powell's Money After He Died
In October, Powell died of COVID-19-related complications. While he was vaccinated, previous medical conditions left his immune system compromised.
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What Really Happened After Nelson Mandela Died?
Nelson Mandela committed his life to fighting against the South African apartheid system and everything it stood for before dying in 2013, at the age of 95.
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Inside The Life Of A North Korean Teen
Whether those teenage memories are good or bad, teenage life in the western world doesn't hold a candle to what growing up in North Korea is like.
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Surprising Things That Could Get You Executed In North Korea
North Korea is arguably the most autocratic country in the world, ranking dead last on The Economist's annual Democracy Index.
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Here's Who Inherited Rush Limbaugh's Money After He Died
Rush Limbaugh died in 2021 at the age of 70, leaving behind an estate estimated to be worth over half a billion dollars, if not more. So who inherited it?
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Jimmy Carter's IQ Might Surprise You
Jimmy Carter rose from a humble American background in Georgia to become one of the best-loved presidents of the 20th century.
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Here's What It's Like Serving On The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court constitutes one of America's three branches of government, thus representing a vital component in the country's separation of powers.
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What You Didn't Know About The 1999 Armenian Parliament Shooting
In October 1999, a speech being given by Prime Minister Vazgen Sargsyan was cut short by a group of armed men bursting into parliament.
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Here's Why The NRA Is Broke
CNN reported in January 2021 that the NRA had filed for bankruptcy in a New York court and planned to move its operations down to Texas.
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The Real Reason Mike Pence Is Not Self-Quarantining
It should be gently pointed out that vice presidents of the United States do get sick, some to the point of death.
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What Was Colin Powell's Net Worth When He Died?
The statement from Colin Powell's family stated, in part: "We have lost a remarkable and loving husband, father, grandfather, and a great American." He was 84.
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Why Blue Crabs Have Caused Clashes Between North Korea And South Korea
The blue crabbing season usually starts in April in the Yellow Sea with peak fishing in June, but illegal crabbing is rampant.
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Did William Howard Taft Really Get Stuck In A Bathtub?
William Howard Taft was the 27th president of the United States and held the office from 1909 until 1913. Taft followed the legendary Theodore Roosevelt.
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How Vladimir Putin Really Feels About Religion
Russian President Vladimir Putin is one of those looming political characters who embodies a certain mystery and power that warrants a little side-eye.
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Why We Still Don't Know What's In North Korea's Secret Room 39
North Korea has a lot of secrets, but few are more dastardly than the goings on behind the door of Room 39. Here's some of what North Korea does in that room.
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The Real Human Cost Behind The Building And Maintenance Of Dubai
In many ways, Dubai is something of a marvel of the modern world, with its terraformed expanse of skyscrapers, futuristic gardenscapes, theme and water parks.
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The Truth About Salvador Dali's Politics
Surrealists supported communism and the French Communist Party, which Dali seemingly believed in as well. But he soon developed a fascination with fascism.
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The CIA Allegedly Considered Assassinating This Major Whistleblower
The CIA is at the center of new allegations claiming that the American agency formulated a plot to assassinate a well-known global whistleblower.
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The Truth About Ted Bundy's Time In Politics
Here's what we know about the few years Ted Bundy spent working in Republican politics.
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The Donald Trump Ancestor Who Paved The Way For His Wealth
Donald Trump, the former president of the United States, acquired his wealth through a variety of business deals, and of course, through his family.
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The 'Freedom Phone' Explained
Finman is, in fact, peddling a phone. "Comparable to the best smartphones on the market," with a "superfast processor," all for $499.99 — the Freedom Phone.
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