How Nostradamus' Judaism Helped Shape His Science
History has often overlooked a critical facet of Nostradamus' upbringing, both in a cultural and mystical sense. Nostradamus, it turns out, was Jewish.
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The Truth About The Underground Chamber In The Lincoln Memorial
The long-forgotten Lincoln Memorial basement, known as the "Undercroft," is expected to reopen for tours after an extensive renovation.
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Halley's Comet's Stunning Connection To Three Of History's Biggest Events
Halley's Comet has been an alleged herald of momentous events shaping humanity. Here are three times the celestial body was seen ahead of important events.
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Scorpions Can Go Longer Than You Thought Without Food Or Water
We've all experienced hunger and thirst. By the end of a long shift, when we've had to skip lunch, we'll truly feel the effects. So how long can scorpions go?
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Why Audrey Hepburn Used A Safety Pin To Help Create Her Signature Look
Audrey Hepburn's iconic look was thanks to an unlikely accessory. Safety pins played an integral role in creating Hepburn's signature Hollywood look.
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What Would Happen If There Were No Stars?
What would life be like on Earth (and in the universe) if the fiery furnaces of the heavens never ignited and space remained a cold dark void for eternity?
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Here's What Would Happen If The Amazon Rainforest Disappeared
The Amazon rainforest is being deforested at a rapidly increasing rate. Here's what would happen if it disappeared.
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How Chumbawamba Got Their Name
Their one big hit was certainly catchy, with a name to match. As far as the band itself, Chumbawamba was also memorable, arising as it did from world music.
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Whatever Happened To Affluenza Teen, Ethan Couch?
On June 15, 2013, a then 16-year-old Ethan Couch plowed into a small crowd of people on the side of the road in Burleson, Texas. Here's where he is now.
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The Untold Truth Of Rock Hudson
Rock Hudson was a star in the 1950s, and he was secretly gay in a time when homosexuality was taboo. This is the untold truth of Rock Hudson.
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Why Saturn's Existence Is Critical For The Survival Of Life On Earth
We often consider the sun as essential for life on earth, but Saturn is actually one of the most crucial elements to sustaining our survival on Earth.
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Here's Why Mountains Look Blue From Far Away
You may have noticed that far-off mountain ranges can sometimes appear blue-tinted or even somewhat purplish. Why is this the case? Let's find out.
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Serial Killer Westley Allan Dodd's Brutally Honest Reason For Wanting To Be Executed
Serial killer Westley Allan Dodd requested the death penalty. Here is the brutally honest reason he wanted to be executed.
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A Look At Gene Simmons' Relationship With Shannon Tweed
Legendary rocker and co-founder of KISS, bassist Gene Simmons, married girlfriend and mother of his two children, Shannon Tweed, back in 2011.
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The '80s TV Show You Forgot Starred Alanis Morissette
Before Alanis Morissette raged onto the music scene on the heels of the Grunge eraIs, she starred in an '80s TV show you may have forgotten about.
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The Truth About The Real Life Explorer Who Inspired Indiana Jones
The "Indiana Jones" movie franchise is as iconic as they come. Here is the truth about the real life explorer who inspired the films.
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What Was Used As Paint In Cave Paintings?
We think of our distant, cave-dwelling ancestors as focused on basic survival: eat; don't get eaten. Caves around the world have preserved more: their art.
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Disturbing Details Found In The Bodies Of The Toolbox Killer's Victims
The "Toolbox Killers," Roy Norris and Lawrence Bittaker, were two of the most sadistic and brutal serial killers in recent memory and murdered five teens.
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What David Really Looked Like According To The Bible
A ruler for 40 years, many people know of David from the famous Bible story of how he killed Goliath. But what does he look like?
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The Truth About King Solomon's Magic Ring
The Qur'an, Rabbinic lore, and extrabiblical texts like the "Wisdom of Solomon" depict a very different version of Solomon, though: He's a wielder of magic.
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The Hidden Meaning Of The Cure's 'Just Like Heaven'
One song in The Cure's discography has stood out, causing fans to question its bizarre lyricism for the better half of 30 years -- "Just Like Heaven".
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How Donald Sterling's Son Shot A Friend And Got Away With It
Donald Sterling's son, Scott Sterling, shot a friend in 1999 and was never prosecuted.
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How Powerful Is The Spray Of A Skunk?
The stinky liquid that skunks spray can reach predators up to 20 feet away.
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Things Only Adults Notice When Reading The Bible
Though many children learn about the Bible in Sunday school, those teachings aren't everything. These are some things only adults notice when reading the Bible.
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What Queen Victoria Really Thought About Motherhood
Queen Victoria once wrote that children often turn out to be a "bitter disappointment" to their parents. What did she really think about motherhood?
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The Untold Truth Of Christianity
Any time something is as old as Christianity, there are going to be some hidden secrets or common misconceptions. This is the untold truth of Christianity.
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Ike Turner Fired A Young Jimi Hendrix From His Band
Jimi Hendrix is one of the most iconic guitarists in all of history. However, part of his pre-fame legacy began with a few other musicians including Ike Turner.
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