The Meaning Behind Jamming By Bob Marley
Bob Marley and the Wailers song "Jamming" from their 1977 album "Exodus" feels a lot like a party song, but the lyrics belie a deeper meaning.
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Who Were The Doughboys In WWI?
World War I saw men from several nationalities working with and against each other, and among them, nicknames arose. This is who the doughboys were.
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The 1986 Disappearance And Possible Murder Of Denise Diane Pflum
In 1986, 18-year-old Denise Diane Pflum disappeared without a trace from her hometown in Indiana. The ambitious teen was never found and was possibly murdered.
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Things You Get Wrong About The Ice Age
Much of what you think you know about the Ice Age is wrong. Pop culture has given us some pretty strange ideas, but the truth might be even more extraordinary.
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The Tragic 1990 Murder Of Shawna Beth Garber
In 2021, after nearly 30 years, Shawna Beth Garber was linked to remains found in 1990 in rural southwest Missouri. Here's what we know about her murder.
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What Happens If Someone In Jail Is Elected President Of The United States?
No person has ever been elected president of the United States while in jail. But what exactly would happen in this scenario? Let's take a look.
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The 1976 Disappearance Of Teenager Cynthia Dawn Kinney
On June 23, 1976, 16-year-old Cynthia Dawn Kinney disappeared from her family's laundromat. Years later, in August 2023, a prime suspect emerged.
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The Weird World Of Parasitic Plants
While they may seem like pests, parasitic plants can play important roles in ecosystems. Clearly, the world of parasitic plants is a weird one.
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The 2016 Coffee Murder Of Wayan Mirna Salihin
In 2016, Wayan Mirna Salihin died after drinking a coffee spiked with cyanide. Jessica Kumala Wongso was arrested and convicted of the murder.
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Going To The Beach In The Regency Era Had A Different Meaning
Years ago, in the Regency era from around 1795 to 1837, going to the beach was a lot different than it is today. Here's what it meant back then.
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What Donald Trump's Mugshot Expression Really Means, According To An Expert
A body language expert has just weighed in on Donald Trump's facial expressions as he posed for mugshots at the Fulton County jail in Atlanta.
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Who Was Jared In The Book Of Mormon?
In the King James Bible Jared gets very little mention, but in the LDS Bible, he was integral to keeping his people together after the Tower of Babel fell.
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Bob Marley's One Love Is More Iconic Than You Realize
Bob Marley's "One Love" has an upbeat tempo and a positive message that was integral to one of the most iconic moments in Jamaica's political history.
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Who Invented Deodorant And Antiperspirant?
Deodorant and anti-perspirant might be common (and invaluable) products today, but they are actually fairly recent creations. Here's the story.
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Lies The Gran Turismo Movie Told You About The True Story It Was Based On
The film is based on a true story, but just how true is "Gran Turismo?" These are the lies -- some bigger than others -- that the film tells its audience.
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The Scientific Reason This Is The Safest Spot To Sit On A Train
While train crashes aren't terribly common, they can cause injuries and death. Here's the science behind the safest spot to sit on a train.
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Why Some People Smile In Their Mugshots
If you are getting your mugshot taken, it's most likely not a good moment. Yet sometimes, people end up smiling in their mugshots. There are a few reasons why.
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The Amish Beard-Cutting Attacks Explained
The Amish, in keeping with their beliefs, have kept to themselves, avoiding contact and entanglements with outside society as much as is humanly possible.
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Here's Why Simple Minds Almost Didn't Make Don't You (Forget About Me)
In the pantheon of '80s music, there's no more quintessential song than "(Don't You) Forget About Me" by Simple Minds - but the band almost passed on it.
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MLB Fights That Went Too Far
While baseball doesn't have a reputation for violence, occasionally tempers flare and turn physical. Cooler heads don't always prevail, and fights can get ugly.
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Olympians Who Landed Gigs In Hollywood
We see them on TV displaying their athletic abilities during the Olympic Games, but that's not the only place we can find Olympians; sometimes they're onscreen.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Neil Young
Neil Young's has weathered everything from a fractured family to deadly health scares. This is the tragic real-life story of Neil Young.
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What Living At Buckingham Palace Is Really Like
Buckingham Palace is a home, in that plenty of staff live there, as do many royals, at least part-time. Here’s what it’s like living in Buckingham Palace.
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The Truly Horrific Crime Scene Of Selena
Rising Latina pop star Selena was gunned down by her employee at just 23 years old. Here's a look inside the truly horrific crime scene.
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The Strange Medieval Fairy-Tale Of Cockaigne, Land Of Laziness And Earthly Delights
Various cultures have ideas and stories about fantasy utopias. This is the strange medieval fairy-tale of Cockaigne, land of laziness and earthly delights.
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The Reason Airplanes Have Ashtrays Even Though Smoking Is Banned
Airplane restrooms are equipped with tiny pull-out ashtrays. Smoking is an obvious no-no on airplanes, so why does this feature even exist?
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Why The Lunar South Pole Is So Important To Scientists
Scientists have turned their eyes to the lunar south pole - but why? There are many reasons why this region is so important for space research.
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