The Tragic 1957 Murder Of The Boy In The Box Explained
The tragic 1957 murder of the "Boy in the Box" has still never been solved, but the case continues to haunt those who worked on it.
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Viktor Bout's Alleged Connection To Osama Bin Laden
Viktor Bout worked as an international arms dealer who helped supply weapons and ammunition around the world. But what exactly are his ties to Osama bin Laden?
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John Ritter's Sudden And Tragic 2003 Death Explained
John Ritter was a talented actor, popular on both screen and TV, with a charm and physicality equaled by few, which made his sudden death more tragic.
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How Washington Police Allowed Marc O'Leary's Crime Spree To Continue
It's a sad fact that police investigations sometimes fall short, for all sorts of reasons, allowing individuals to continue to commit crimes.
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Rube Waddell Was One Baseball's Greatest Pitchers And Wildest People
It may have been his fastball that brought Rube Waddell from the sandlots to the big leagues, but it was his antics that kept the fans coming back for more.
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What We Know About Brittney Griner's Prison Release
Brittney Griner was sentenced to nine years in a Russian prison but was released 294 days after her initial arrest. Here's what we know about her release.
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That Time When A Fake Buckwheat From Little Rascals Fooled The Media
There has been a fascination with the Little Rascals. Here is how one Arizona managed to fool even nationally broadcasted news into believing he was Buckwheat.
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'Merchant Of Death' Viktor Bout Started An Unexpected Hobby In Prison
While in prison, "Merchant of Death" Viktor Bout did as other prisoners — who have literally nothing but time — do and took up a hobby. Here's what it was.
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What Happened To Serial Killer Shawn Grate's Children?
For a decade, Ohio serial killer Shawn Grate preyed upon vulnerable women before his explosive temper led him to murder. He also fathered children.
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How DNA Evidence Helped Reunite Hundreds Of Missing Children From War-Torn El Salvador
DNA evidence helped reunite hundreds of missing children from war-torn El Salvador with their families. Here's how.
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Pete Best: The Untold Truth Of The Forgotten Beatle
Before they truly broke out as chart-toppers in their native England and later on became worldwide superstars, the Fab Four employed a drummer named Pete Best.
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Why Augustine Of Canterbury Had A Very Busy Christmas Day In 597
St. Augustine's conversion efforts culminated in one of the most important events in English history, on Christmas Day 597. Here's what happened.
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Why Rita Moreno Almost Quit West Side Story After Getting The Part
Actress Rita Moreno belongs to an elite group of performers who have won every top award. Here's why she almost quit West Side Story after getting the part.
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What Happens During A Psychological Autopsy?
A psychological autopsy is done to determine the deceased's mental state before death.
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Inside The 'Monster Of Worcester' David McGreavy's Life After Being Convicted For Triple Homicide
David McGreavy was convicted of killing three children and impaling them on an iron fence. Here's what is life is like after being convicted.
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Kirstie Alley's Thetan 8 Status In Scientology Explained
Scientology first became a lifeline for Kirstie Alley in the late '70s when she was experiencing addiction. Here's her Thetan 8 status explained.
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A Surprisingly Small Number Of States Have Lookback Laws For Sexual Crimes
Lookback laws are important for prosecuting sexual assault crimes, but a surprisingly small number of states actually have lookback laws.
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Meet The Formosan Clouded Leopard: The Animal That Was Once Believed Extinct
The Formosan clouded leopard, especially unique for its tree-climbing abilities, was once believed to be extinct. Here's what caused researchers to reevaluate.
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The Real Story Behind The '80s Song 'Goo Goo Muck' By The Cramps
Another '80s-era alternative rock deep cut — "Goo Goo Muck" by The Cramps — has resurfaced thanks to its inclusion in the Netflix hit series "Wednesday."
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Why Did Stephen King Compare A Film Adaption Of One Of His Books To 'Cafeteria Mashed Potatoes'?
Stephen King is one of the world's most prolific writers. But for the acclaimed horror maestro, one particular movie adaptation really missed the mark.
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The Origins Of Fred McGriff's Iconic Nickname 'The Crime Dog'
On December 4, 2022, the Baseball Hall of Fame's Contemporary Baseball Era Players Committee inducted Fred McGriff. So what's with the nickname?
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The Sporting Theory Behind The Origin Of Long Johns
The term "long johns" has become a common way of describing long underwear, but where does the term come from? Here's the sporting history behind the word.
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Everything We Know About Fame Star Irene Cara's Last Days
"Fame" star Irene Cara died unexpectedly at the age of 63. Here's everything we know about the superstar turned recluse's last days.
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Lookback Law In New York Could Bring Bill Cosby Back To Court
Actor and comedian Bill Cosby went from "America's Dad" to a public enemy. Now a new lookback law in the state of New York could bring him back to court.
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These Were Hitler's Plans For The U.S. If He'd Won WWII
What, exactly, did Hitler plan to do with the U.S. if he happened to win World War II? The answer to that is pretty strange and very complicated.
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The Horrible Truth About Living In The Highest Town In The World
Hidden within Peru's Andes Mountains at Mount Ananea's highest peak and sitting at the foot of the permanently frozen glacier is the highest town in the world.
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What Was Found At Kurt Cobain's Death Scene
The tragic saga of the late Kurt Cobain is something of a contemporary fable amongst music lovers. Here's what was found at his death scene.
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