The True Story Of The Congressman Who Was A Russian Spy
Soviet spies have come from places aside from just the CIA and the FBI. This is the true story of the Congressman who was a Russian spy.
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Here's Why The Houston Astros Had To Change Their Name In 1965
The Houston Astros were once called the Houston Colt .45s.
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Meet Ellen Sadler, The Girl Who Allegedly Went To Sleep And Didn't Wake Up Until Years Later
In 1871, an 11-year-old girl in England named Ellen Sadler fell asleep, and she allegedly didn't wake up for nine years. Here's the stange story.
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How The Irish Potato Famine Led To An Alliance Between Ireland And The Choctaw Tribe Of The US
It's often said that the poor are deeply generous to those in greater need. That was demonstrated by Native Americans during the Irish potato famine.
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Why The Fryer Brothers Arrest Was A Lucky Coincidence
On November 17, 1973, a group of five teenagers headed to the Gitchie Manitou State Preserve in Iowa for a night of fun. Then things took a turn for the worse.
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Barbara Walters' Complicated Relationship With Katharine Hepburn Explained
Journalists are usually advised to stay a bit removed from their subjects, especially individuals, but sometimes the line gets a bit blurred.
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How Delaware's Only Known Serial Killer Was Finally Caught
Sex worker disappearances are less likely to be immediately noticed. Perhaps this is why Delaware's only known serial killer chose his victims.
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Where Are The Fryer Brothers Of The Gitchie Manitou Massacre Now?
The three Fryer brothers of the Gitchie Manitou massacre killed four teen boys and kidnapped and raped a 13-year-old girl in 1973. Where are they now?
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Say Hello To Fiona, The Pregnant Ichthyosaur Fossil From Over 100 Million Years Ago
Fiona is the name of a pregnant ichthyosaur fossil dating back over 100 million years. This is how it was uncovered and what it may mean for science.
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Why Did David Byrne Of The Talking Heads Wear A Large Suit?
It's not unusual for a musician to take some sort of visual effect as an identifier -- think of the early Beatles' haircuts, or David Byrne's big suit.
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What Happened To Sandra Cheskey, The Sole Survivor Of The 1973 Gitchie Manitou Massacre?
On November 17, 1973, perhaps the most gruesome crime in Iowa history took place — the Gitchie Manitou massacre. What happened to the sole survivor?
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Paul McCartney's Grandson Looks Just Like The Famous Musician
Paul McCartney's Grandson, Arthur, looks just like the famous musician, especially from his early Beatle Days.
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Marlon Brando's Son And The Horrific Story Behind His Decision To Murder A Family Connection
Marlon Brando's son, Christian Brando, murdered his sister's boyfriend after learning that he was abusing her. He spent five years in prison.
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Leslie Jordan
Actor and comedian Leslie Jordan has died, and leaves behind friends, family, and a long list of beloved film and TV roles.
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Why Wolves Going Extinct Would Cause Biological Strife
It's pretty clear that all of nature is interconnected, from the smallest microbe to the largest apex predator, and when one piece disappears, chaos can result.
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Here's Who Inherited Ric Ocasek's Fortune After His Death
Ric Ocasek, frontman for The Cars, died in 2019 at 75 years old. Here's who inherited his fortune after his death.
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Every Steve Bannon Legal Issue Explained
Steven Bannon is notorious for his political machinations on behalf of Donald Trump, all of which have landed him into legal trouble.
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The Only Time The US Government Censored A Storm
During wartime, all manner of information suddenly becomes a closely-held secret, to keep from assisting potential enemy action -- especially weather reports.
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An Israeli Construction Crew Stumbled Upon An Ancient Cave Dating Back To King Rameses II
An Israeli construction crew unearthed an ancient cave dating back to the time of King Ramses II. Here's how they discovered it, and what they found inside.
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The Conch Republic: When Key West 'Seceded' From Florida And Became Its Own Country
Key West, Florida, is one of those American cities that, like Roswell, New Mexico, or Eureka Springs, Arkansas, leans hard into its weirdness.
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The Cat Who Held The Honorary Position Of Mayor In An Alaskan Town For Nearly 20 Years
There are plenty of stories out there of animals filling an important role, whether guide or companion or protector, but few have ventured into politics.
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The Mysterious 2015 Disappearance Of Sara Nicole Graham
In the mysterious 2015 disappearance of Sara Nicole Graham, investigators think someone "very close" to Graham is withholding information.
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Why Lakers Legend Jerry West's Silhouette Is Featured On The NBA Logo
Many of the iconic symbols, logos, and other identifying regalia that we associate with various institutions are based on real people. The NBA logo is one.
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The Time Stephen King Was Asked For An Autograph While Sitting On The Toilet
Famous horror author Stephen King was once asked for an autograph while sitting on the toilet. Here's how King responded to the fan's request.
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Adidas Is Nearly 100 Years Old. Here's Who Founded It
Some businesses come and go in a flash. Others have the benefit of just one, ultimately magnificent, insight which powers their success for decades.
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The Arkansas Park Where Diamonds Are Yours For The Taking
Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas is home to diamonds that can be uncovered by park visitors. Here's what diamonds have been found there.
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Mickey Mantle And Roger Maris' Friendship Was Overshadowed By A Media-Created Rivalry
The world of sports is a world of competition, whether an athlete strives for a new personal best or a team vies against another for the championship.
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