The Truth About Nicolaus Copernicus' Vow Of Celibacy
Nicolaus Copernicus was a "Renaissance man" in the truest sense of the word. He also entered a life of religion as a canon and as such, took a vow of celibacy.
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How Germy Is A Man's Beard?
Whether you grow a beard yourself or are subjected to one, letting one grow wild triggers an unexpected series of events. But just how germy is a man's beard?
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Why Elephant Painting May Not Be As Cute As You'd Think
If the internet has taught us anything, it's that humans love when other animals act like us. But elephant painting may not be as cute as you'd think.
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The Real Reason Edgar Allan Poe Went Broke
Edgar Allan Poe was one of the most well-known writers of the 19th century, but like many others, that didn't stop him from struggling financially.
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This Is The Deadliest Place On Earth For Catholic Priests
You would think that in a country that is almost uniformly Catholic, being a priest would be a safe job. As it turns out, this isn't the case.
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What Life Was Like As A Tavern Keeper In The Colonial Era
Colonial taverns started life as a place for the adults (especially men) to congregate for a drink. And the colonists certainly didn't shy away from them.
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The Temptation Of Christ Explained
While the temptation of Christ is perhaps lesser known than some Bible storylines, it contains within its borders some significant theological reflection.
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What We Know About The University Of Virginia Shooting Suspect So Far
On November 13, 2022, at around 10:30 p.m., five college students were shot on the University of Virginia campus. Here's what we know about the suspect.
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Why The Mother Of One Of Jeffrey Dahmer's Victims Was Angry At Evan Peters' Golden Globe Win
Evan Peters' storied performance in "Dahmer-Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story" was well-received by millions of viewers. But not everyone was impressed.
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The Truth About Ronald Reagan's Show Business Career
Ronald Reagan always seemed to be in the right place at the right time, starting his show business career in radio and then Hollywood.
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Things You Didn't Know About The Palace Of Placentia
Known as Greenwich Palace from 1498 to 1694, the Palace of Placentia is now a cultural heritage site that is open to the public in London.
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How Much Was Robert Durst Worth When He Died?
Convicted killer Robert Durst's lifelong sentence came to an end on January 10. The multimillionaire has died, leaving behind a hefty legacy of funds.
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The Untold Truth Of Outlaw Sam Bass
Outlaw Sam Bass would take on many odd jobs throughout the honest period of his life, including a soon-to-be ironic stint as an assistant to the town sheriff.
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What You Should Know About Drug Lord Rafael Caro Quintero
Rafael Caro Quintero made his criminal name through drug trafficking and remains one of the top fugitives wanted by the U.S. government.
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Weirdest Laws In New Jersey
From Sussex to Cape May, New Jersey is a notoriously weird state. The home of UFO sightings, worm tornadoes, and the Jersey Devil also has some bizarre laws.
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Why The Haitian Revolution Inspired So Many Rebellions
The Haitian Revolution not only led to independence, but it set off a ripple effect of uprisings by enslaved people across the Caribbean and South America.
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The Untold Truth Of The Velvet Underground
The Velvet Underground's legacy transcended the period at which they were together. In less than a decade, the band reinvented what rock music could sound like.
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The Truth About The First Commercial Plane Hijacking
The first commercial plane hijacking happened in 1948 and made hijacking an airplane a crime for the first time ever.
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The Truth Behind Jack Nicholson's Famous Road Rage Incident
Jack Nicholson was initially charged with vandalism and assault after witnesses supported Robert Blank's account of the road rage incident.
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The Malibu Barbie Doll Was Inspired By This Iconic '60s Starlet
Possibly based on Sharon Tate, Malibu Barbie has inspired young girls worldwide to dream of living in a beach house and looking chic in a swimsuit.
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The Coppola Family Tree Explained
It seems like every Hollywood movie over the last 60 years has some Coppola family involvement. The family reached its Hollywood heights with Francis Ford.
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What Happened To Ed Gein's Murder House?
The life of Wisconsin's Ed Gein has been the inspiration for numerous horror films and novels. But what happened to the house where Gein committed his acts?
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What Really Happens To Your Body After 50 Years In A Coffin
While no evidence confirms a soul or where consciousness goes, we do know what happens to your body after 50 years in a coffin.
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The Biggest Murdaugh Family Murder Theories: What Really Happened?
The Murdaugh family murders have proven a hotbed of theory and speculation, and it all starts with the murders of Maggie Murdaugh and her son, Paul Murdaugh.
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The Messed Up Truth Of 2012's Benghazi Attack
Four Americans died in the 2012 attacks in Benghazi, Libya. Subsequent investigations have been inconclusive but have driven a rift in American politics.
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The Assassination Of Julius Caesar Explained
The vicious assassination of the all-powerful consul of the Roman Republic, Gaius Julius Caesar, occurred on March 15, 44 BC -- the now infamous Ides of March.
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Little Kids With Superhuman Strength
If you really tried and trained and tried and trained, you might become as awesome and strong as these kids, who bulked up before they learned to drive.
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