The Tragic Sinking Of The Bonhomme Richard Explained
When Captain John Paul Jones and his crew set sail from France in 1779, they could have never known the harrowing journey they were beginning.
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What Does It Mean To Be A Queen Consort?
As it turns out, there's a lot more to becoming a queen than meets the eye. What does it mean to become a queen consort?
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The French Royal Family Scandal Of 1314 Explained
Unfortunately, there's nothing quite like a complex scandal involving royalty to attract people's attention. It's true now, and in 14th century France, too.
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Why Do We Say Cheese When Taking A Photo?
There's something solemn and dignified about gathering everyone together, posing, saying a customary "cheese" and hoping that nobody's blinking.
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Everything We Know About The Mighty Mighty Bosstones Breaking Up
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones of Boston have been making music together for decades. That long streak seems to have come to an end, according to a Facebook post.
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Lindsey Buckingham Sued Fleetwood Mac. Here's Why
Although Fleetwood Mac's tumultuous personal history between band members is nothing new, it still came as quite a shock when lead guitarist Lindsey Buckingham sued the band in 2018.
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Here's Who Inherited Wallis Simpson's Money After She Died
The British monarchy, as an institution, has a huge vulnerability: its members keep falling in love. Such was the case with Edward VIII.
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The Story Behind Carole King's Song Beautiful
"Beautiful" is one of Carole King's most well-known songs, and it was inspired by a trip on the subway. Here's the story behind the iconic song.
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Why This State Is Working On Changing Its Name
The idea that a state could change its name sounds somewhat fantastical. But for one of the fifty, it's on the table.
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The Story Behind Carole King's (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman
Carole King's (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman was a huge hit for both King and Aretha Franklin. Here's the story behind the song.
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How King Andrew III's Death Ended A Dynasty
Few people know about the most exotic and longest-lived dynasties in European history: the House of Árpád, kings of Hungary from about 900 to 1301.
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The Surprising Reason The Royal Family May Not Actually Be Royalty
One of history's greatest mysteries was finally solved back in 2013 when archeologists found the remains of King Richard III.
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The Story Behind James Taylor And Carole King's Carolina In My Mind
Legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor plays "Carolina in My Mind" with longtime performance partner Carole King nearly every time they perform.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find The Lost Peking Man Fossils
The tragic costs of warfare include the loss of lives, both military and civilian, young and old. Property of all kinds is also lost -- buildings, artifacts.
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This Was The Last English King To Die In Battle
Good leaders often pride themselves on not asking their subordinates to do anything they themselves wouldn't do. Like, a king leading his forces into battle.
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The Real Reason Martin Luther King Jr.'s Name Was Changed
There are few people who are more well-known than the late Martin Luther King Jr. But he wasn't always known as such. Here's why his name was changed.
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What Happened To Martin Luther King Jr.'s Closest Friend?
Perhaps no other name is as closely associated with the civil rights movement than that of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. But what about his closest friend?
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Human Brains Have Been Shrinking For 3,000 Years. Here's Why
Everybody knows that the bigger the brain, the more intelligence it will hold. Bigger=smarter, right? Unless, of course, that's not actually true.
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Why Lucille Ball And Desi Arnaz's Marriage Was Groundbreaking
The marriage of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz was historic for many reasons, including their age difference and the groundbreaking interracial TV relationship.
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The Story Behind James Taylor And Carole King's 'You've Got A Friend'
"You've Got a Friend" was written by Carole King and James Taylor released a cover version in 1971.
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How Queen Elizabeth Really Felt About Princess Margaret's Husband
Princess Margaret's marriage to Antony Armstrong-Jones was controversial in the British Royal Family. Here's how Queen Elizabeth II really felt.
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The Tragic Death Of Nat King Cole Explained
Nat King Cole's star rose from his days as pianist in a jazz trio to the heights of success as a solo recording artist. Tragically, Cole died far too soon.
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Surprising Details About Queen Elizabeth's Relationship With Prince William
When all is said and done, the British royal family is made up of human beings, with human relationships, like that between a grandmother and grandson.
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This Is How The Kansas City Royals Got Their Name
The team name of the Kansa City Royals doesn't have regal connotations, but is rooted in the city's livestock tradition. Here's how the team got its name.
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The Real Reason Queen Elizabeth Owns All Of The Dolphins And Swans In England
Why does Queen Elizabeth own all of the dolphins and swans in England? It might sound strange, but if we look back into history, we can find the answer.
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What Steve McQueen's On-Set Behavior Was Really Like
Steve McQueen's on-set behavior reveals a very different — and much less admirable — side to his personality than we see in his movies. Let's take a look.
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Why Queen Elizabeth Always Signs Her Name As 'Elizabeth R'
Queen Elizabeth II was born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor. So why does she always sign her name as "Elizabeth R"? Let's take a look and find out.
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