The Prehistoric Cheetah That Roamed America Before The Last Ice Age
The prehistoric cheetah that roamed America before the last ice age confounds scientists because it has an unusual combination of characteristics.
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Meet Johnny Coulon, The Boxing Champion Who Became Known For A Special Circus Trick
Johnny Coulon was a former boxing champion who went on to make a living in vaudeville, as the "man who couldn't be picked up." Here's how he did it.
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Shaun Cassidy: Things About The Former Teen Idol Only Superfans Know
Shaun Cassidy is an idol who walked away from the limelight on his own terms and lived a career he's proud of. Here's more on the actor, writer, and producer.
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The Charges Against Alec Baldwin For The Rust Shooting Explained
Here's an explainer of the involuntary manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin for the shooting that happened on the set of the film "Rust."
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The Head-Scratching Way Your Character Could Die In King's Quest
Gwydion moves up the stairs until he bumps into a black bob. A message informs you that you have tripped over a cat and thus fallen to your death. Oops?
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14 Bands That Metallica Fans Should Listen To
If you're a Metallica fan, you should not only check out heavy metal's "Big Four," but also bands that inspired (and have been inspired by) the iconic group.
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What Life Was Really Like As A Witch-Hunter
There were people who prowled the globe as "witch-hunters," as a profession, particularly in Europe, and particularly in the late 16th to 17th centuries.
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This Is What The Ancient Chinese Thought The World Looked Like
Ancient Chinese civilization had a wealth of scientific knowledge, and gave the world many discoveries.
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The E Street Band: Where Are They Now?
Bruce Springsteen's legendary backing crew comprises vocalists to multi-instrumentalists. Let's see what the members of the E Street Band are up to now.
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How Much Whiskey Did People Really Drink In The Old West?
In 1945's "Road to Utopia," Bob Hope and Bing Crosby walk up to the bar and order drinks. But how much whiskey did people really drink in the Old West?
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Why Julian From Trailer Park Boys Is Always Holding A Drink
What does an actor do with their hands? John Paul Tremblay always carries around a cocktail in his role as Julian on "Trailer Park Boys." But why?
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The Truth Of The 'Most Dangerous Place In History Of Planet Earth'
The worst of times in Morocco occurred around 100 million years ago. Here's the truth of the "most dangerous place in history of planet Earth."
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This Is What Blind People See In Their Dreams
For many people, to dream is to see, which begs the question, what do blind people see in their dreams?
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What The Average American Diet Looked Like In The 1950s
The U.S. has a complicated relationship with food. Diets back in the 1950s had to be better than the salty glazed heart attacks people eat now, right?
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What The Conjuring Didn't Tell You About The True Story
Since the release of "The Conjuring," audiences have been hungry for more about Ed and Lorraine Warren, the paranormal investigators the movie is based on.
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The Truth About Albert Einstein's Mysterious First Daughter
"I love her so much and I don't even know her yet!" Those were the words Albert Einstein penned in 1902 about a baby that most of the world still doesn't know.
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This Is The Deadliest Tornado In US History
No tornado has ever exceeded the damage done by the 1925 Tri-State Tornado. In the span of several hours, over 600 people died and over 2,000 were injured.
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The Untold Truth Of The First Woman Elected To Congress
Jeannette Rankin was elected to Congress in 1916, years before most American women could vote. Here's the untold truth of the first woman elected to Congress.
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The Untold Truth Of Beto O'Rourke
Beto O'Rourke seemed to come out of nowhere to launch a very successful Senate campaign in Texas in the 2018 midterms. Here's the untold truth of Beto O'Rourke.
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Every Major Death In December 2021 Explained
Here are all the biggest names from around the globe—musicians, actors, athletes, broadcasters, filmmakers, writers, and visionaries—who died in December 2021.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of H.P. Lovecraft
H. P. Lovecraft was an unpleasant, selfish racist, who often blamed others for his own character flaws. However, his life was also a long series of tragedies.
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The Tragic Life And Mysterious Death Of Whistleblower Karen Silkwood
Karen Silkwood's untimely death at the age of 28 has all the hallmarks of a tragic accident, but it's not unlikely that she was murdered to keep her silent.
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The Messed Up History Of HIV/AIDS
This is the messed up history of how HIV/AIDS spread, was stigmatized, and how it is now treated.
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The Strangest Stories Behind The Shortest Reigns In Papal History
While some popes sat at the head of the church for years and made sweeping changes, others had incredibly brief reigns punctuated by all kinds of drama.
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The Strange Truth About Ectoplasm Explained
In the Victorian era, ectoplasm was believed to be a stringy, slimy, white plasma that was vomited out by mediums when they made contact with the spirit world.
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The Untold Truth Of The Indigo Girls
The Indigo Girls, Amy Ray and Emily Saliers, were openly lesbian folk artists at a time when few people were out. This is the untold truth of the Indigo Girls.
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