How The World Would Look With Just 1,000 People
Imagine an apocalypse of some kind leaves a representative selection of 1,000 people behind. What would this new society look like? How would the world change?
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'Intelligence In A Dish': How Biocomputers Could Make Science Fiction A Reality
As the world braced for the long-term effects of artificial intelligence in 2023, researchers announced new developments in biocomputing. Here's the story.
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Life-Changing Innovations Of The 1940s: From Penicillin To The Jet Engine
Every decade has its fair share of innovations, but the 1940s stands out. Here are life-changing innovations of the 1940s: from penicillin to the jet engine.
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What Happened To The Bodies Of Civil War Soldiers Who Died In Battle?
As one of the deadliest conflicts in U.S. history, there were an overwhelming number of fallen soldiers to account for afterward. Here's what happened to them.
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Synanon: The Rehab-Turned-Cult That Inspired The Troubled Teen Industry
Emerging in full-cult form in the 1970s - but with a unique slant - Synanon began as a therapeutic help center for drug treatment. Here's the story.
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Royals Who Left Their Countries To Move To America
Here are some royals who either decided or were forced to ditch their old lives to try and make it in a land of no monarchs, the United States of America.
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Alan Berg's Killers Were Put Away For Centuries, But Not For His Murder
Controversial liberal radio host Alan Berg's neo-Nazi killers were put away for centuries, but not for his murder.
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The Worst Things Ron DeSantis Has Ever Said
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has become a rising star in politics and has made a name for himself over his questionable rhetoric.
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The Near-Death Experiences That Changed Cat Stevens Forever
If not for two near-death experiences, the life of folk singer Yusuf/Cat Stevens - formerly known just as Cat Stevens - could have been very different.
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The Wild Story Of A Topless Duel Between Two Austrian Noblewomen
In the past, many people took up arms when they had beef with one another - sometimes swords, other times guns - to settle things with a duel.
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According To A University Of Oregon Study, Worms Get The Munchies
It's scientifically proven that marijuana makes some people feel hungry. The same effect occurs in another unlikely organism: a small nematode worm.
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Otis Redding III Was Always Trying To Get Out Of His Father's Shadow
Famous parents can be a blessing or a curse, as musician Otis Redding III learned early on in his life.
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How The Menendez Brothers Gained A New Wave Of Support From TikTok
A new generation has learned of the Menendez brothers' story via TikTok, and as a result, some have taken a very different stance on the verdict
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The Assassination Attempts Against Bill Clinton
President Bill Clinton was the target of several assassination attempts over the course of his two terms in the White House, with three in 1994.
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What Is An RUD, The Gaming Term That Became Elon Musk's Way Of Describing SpaceX Disasters?
On Twitter, SpaceX used a three-word phrase to describe the company's unmanned Starship rocket explosion in a test flight, which took place on April 20, 2023.
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What Is Atlanta's Cop City And Why Is It So Controversial?
The growing tension around Atlanta's proposed Cop City has resulted in protests, fires, property damage, arrests, and most tragically, the death of an activist.
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Why Henry Rollins Says He'll Never Return On Stage With A Band
Black Flag frontman Henry Rollins says he'll never return on stage with a band. Here's why he's done performing music.
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The Biggest Concerts Of The 1970s
Some of the most memorable concerts in history took place in the 1970s. From Jean-Michel Jarre to the Beach Boys, these were the biggest concerts of the decade.
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Otis Redding's Version Of Satisfaction Was How Keith Richards Wanted It To Sound
As many Rolling Stones fans will tell you, "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" is perhaps the band's best single - or at least the most recognizable.
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The Andy Griffith Show's Ron Howard Needed Help With His Opening Credits Rock-Skip
Ron Howard, who was only 6 years old when took the part of Opie, wasn't exactly a gifted rock tosser at the time, so how did they get that legendary intro shot?
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The Twisted History Of Pol Pot
Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge killed millions in Cambodia, during one of the worst genocides of the 20th century. Here is the twisted history of Pol Pot.
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Ancient Beliefs Of Fertility Gods And Goddesses Explained
Fertility was a major concern for ancient people, so they kept the gods sweet. Here are some ancient beliefs of fertility gods and goddesses explained.
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What Happened To Jack Ruby After Killing JFK's Assassin, Lee Harvey Oswald?
On the morning of November 24, 1963, Lee Harvey Oswald slipped on a black sweater over his collared shirt just before his planned move to the county jail.
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What Happened To Lorena Bobbitt After Her Infamous 1993 Trial?
Lorena Bobbitt became a household name after she cut off her husband's penis. Here's what happened to after her infamous 1993 trial?
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The Difference Between The Castle Doctrine And Stand Your Ground Gun Laws
According to Andrew Lester, he shot 16-year-old Yarl because he "feared for his safety." What is castle doctrine law or stand-your-ground law, anyway?
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Euthanasia Coaster: The Roller Coaster Designed To Kill You
Given that the Euthanasia Coaster is designed to kill every one of its passengers, a natural first question is, "Who is the target audience for this thing?"
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The Normal (Yet Disturbing) Side Effect Of Death You Probably Don't Want To Know About
Death: it's a part of life, or as William Shakespeare described it, "the undiscovered country." Here's a normal (yet disturbing) side effect of death.
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