The Roman Emperor Whose Wife Refused To Save Him When He Was Buried Alive
You might think that once you become emperor, it would make a lot of your problems disappear, and that's true -- but only up to a point, because family.
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A Frog Species Once Thought To Be Extinct Is Making A Comeback
A species of frog that was once thought to be extinct is now making a comeback. Though the species has survived, it remains endangered.
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The Bizarre Seahawks Penalty That Wasn't, Explained
On November 27, 2022, the Seattle Seahawks hosted the Las Vegas Raiders at home and eventually lost. Notably, the game included a bizarre penalty that wasn't.
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Behind The Lauryn Hill Song That Expressed Her Anger Toward Wyclef Jean
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean dazzled the music world as part of the Fugees. Learn more about how Hill channeled her anger towards Jean, and how he responded.
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A Medieval Wedding Ring Thought To Be 'Scrap Metal' May Actually Be Worth Tens Of Thousands
A medieval wedding ring, originally believed to be 'scrap metal,' turned out to be valuable, potentially worth hundreds of thousands.
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Pattie Boyd And George Harrison's Final Meeting Contained A Sentimental Conversation
George Harrison of the Beatles was not only a gifted guitarist — he was also a kindhearted human, as evidenced in his final conversation with Pattie Boyd.
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Serial Killer Fred West Left A Creepy Inscription On His Cell Wall Before His Death
Fred and Rosemary West have gone down in history as one of the deadliest couples of the 20th century. Here is the eerie message Fred West left when he died.
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What's Really Happening To Your Body When Your Stomach Growls
When you haven't moved from your desk (or couch) for hours since breakfast, you'll suddenly hear a low rumbling sound -- your stomach growling.
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The 2015 Death Of Dolphin Trainer Jose Luis Barbero Explained
In 2015, the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta made the decision to hire dolphin trainer Jose Luis Barbero. Unfortunately, tragedy followed soon after.
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How Snapping A Sunset Photo Led To The Tragic Death Of A California Man
In a sad incident, a young man in Tustin, California tragically died in his attempt to capture one of the most wonderful of subjects: a sunset.
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The Story Of The British WWII Soldier Who Fought With A Claymore Sword And A Long Bow
During World War II, one British soldier charged into battle with a claymore sword and a long bow and lived to tell the story. Here's his tale.
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Who Was The Fifth Person On The Cover Of The Beatles' Iconic Abbey Road Album Cover?
The Beatles' "Abbey Road" album features the band crossing the street via a crosswalk. Here's who the fifth person was in the background of the picture.
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Why Scientists Have Reason To Believe Saturn's Core Is Oddly 'Fuzzy'
Perhaps the most interesting bit of information to come out of studying Saturn's rings is that the planet likely doesn't have a clearly defined core.
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An Enforcer Of The Colombo Crime Family Became A Memorable Character In The Godfather
Lenny Montana, who played Luca Brasi in Francis Ford Coppola's 1972 classic "The Godfather," had a persona that was as colorful as his notable character.
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The Bizarre Effect UV Rays Have On Some Wasps' Nests
Wasps get a bad rap. But their nests are ingenious structures for a variety of different reasons. Specifically, UV rays have an interesting effect on them.
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The 2,000 Year Old Thracian Chariot Found With The Bones Of A Nobleman
A Thracian chariot dating back over 3,000 years was discovered with the bones of a nobleman. Here's why some people were buried with chariots.
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For Almost 3 Months In The 1960s, The United States Lost 4 Nuclear Bombs In Spain
There have been events in history that led to long-term effects. One of those includes the three months that the U.S. lost four nuclear bombs in Spain.
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The Most Fired Coaches In Football History
There are not a heck of a lot of coaches with a losing streak of getting fired ... but they're out there, and their stories are pretty wild.
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Caylee Anthony's Biological Father Remains A Mystery More Than A Decade After Her Murder
We'll likely never know what happened to two-year-old Caylee Anthony, but that's not the only remaining mystery from the Casey Anthony case.
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Comedian Rodney Dangerfield Has The Most Hilarious Message Written On His Gravestone
Comedian Rodney Dangerfield died in 2004 at 82 years old. He left behind the most hilarious message written on his gravestone.
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Famous People Killed In Car Crashes
Ever since the automobile's invention in the late 1800s, accidents have been a reality. Here, we take a look at 14 famous people who lost their lives in a car.
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Convicted Felons Who Have Run For Federal Office
Can a person convicted and sentenced to a prison term run for high office in the United States? These are convicted felons who have run for federal office.
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What Happened To The Bodies At Hiroshima And Nagasaki
In 1945, humanity's newest and most dreadful weapon of war detonated over the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Here is what happened to the bodies.
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Meet Allan Heyl, The Bank Robber Who Became A Motivational Speaker
Allan Heyl was part of one of the most notorious gangs of bank robbers in the entire history of South Africa, experiences he drew upon when he went straight.
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Musicians Who've Tragically Lost Children
No parent should have to bury a child, but unfortunately, a large number of musicians have had to. Here are some musicians who've tragically lost children.
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How An Elephant's Health Is Negatively Impacted By Human Riders
Elephant riding is a popular pastime for tourists around the world, but it's actually not good for the elephants. Here's why riding elephants is harmful.
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Before Jack The Ripper, Another 'Monster' Terrified The Streets Of London
A perpetrator known as the London Monster terrorized women between 1788 and 1790.
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