Chewing Gum In This Country Could Get You A Hefty Fine
Chewing gum sounds like a relatively innocuous activity, but chewing gum in Singapore is illegal and could actually land you some hefty fines.
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The Untold Truth Of The Segway
The Segway -- a "revolution" in transportation, said some -- was introduced in 2001. It would end up replacing cars, said inventor Dean Kamen. They … didn’t.
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The Best Theories About How Mark Twain Got His Name
Mark Twain is one of the most famous American authors of all time, but his name is actually just a pen name. Here's how Mark Twain got his name.
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The Magician Who Managed To Rob Jimmy Carter's Secret Service Detail
Some might call Apollo Robbins a master of sleight of hand. Others might call him a pickpocket. Which one was he when he robbed Jimmy Carter's security team?
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What Is The History Behind The Seasonal Holiday Of May Day?
Allergies aside, the arrival of spring is generally a welcome occasion in many parts of the world. For many, that means marking May Day as a special holiday.
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The Unique Way Tony Bennett Has Given Some Fans Autographs
Tony Bennett is one of the world's most famous performers, but he doesn't always sign autographs traditionally. Here's how he gives some fans autographs.
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The Dark Origin Story Of Peter Pan
While "Peter Pan" is often considered a happy go lucky story of a boy who never grows up, its origins are far darker and tragic.
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The Truth About President Taft's Special Seats At Yale
William Howard Taft was a Yale alumnus before he served as the 27th president. He seemed very happy to return to the school when he left the White House.
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Things You Can't Buy In North Korea
You can't buy these Western comforts in North Korea, so don't even try.
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The Real Reason Why The Sky Is Blue
We often take it for granted that the sky is blue, but there's a complex reason behind why the sky appears to be this particular color. Here's why.
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What We Know About The Mysterious Brain Tumor Outbreak At A NJ High School
Once is an accident, twice is a coincidence. After that? When patterns of illness emerge, linked to one area, scientific investigation is urgent.
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Where Did The Hells Angels Get Their Name?
The Hells Angels are a notorious and controversial motorcycle gang known for their sometimes illegal behavior, and they their name originates in WWII.
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The Untold Truth Of Paolo Gucci
The Gucci family name has been synonymous with wealth and high fashion for decades. One of the central figures in the family and business was Paolo Gucci.
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Can Prairie Dogs Actually Talk About Humans?
Prairie dogs might appear to be a simple little critter, but it turns out they actually have highly sophisticated communication, and even talk about humans.
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How Many Children Does Dr. Donald Cline From Netflix's Our Father Have?
When news broke of an Indiana fertility specialist using his own sperm to treat unknowing patients, the question arose: How many children did he father?
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How System Of A Down Got Their Name
Here's the story of how System of a Down chose their band name, and why they made a slight change to the name they originally decided on.
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This West Virginia Asylum Is Said To Be One Of The Most Haunted Places In America
Just based on its name, many people would probably assume that the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum is one of the most haunted places in the United States.
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How Dr. Donald Cline's Actions From Netflix's Our Father Changed Fertility Laws Forever
Despite the massive numbers of laws and regulations in every level of daily life, there are still gaps that need to be plugged in the justice system.
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The Truth About Lauren Bacall's Friendship With Katharine Hepburn
Lauren Bacall and Katherine Hepburn were two of the most popular and acclaimed actresses of Hollywood's golden age. Were they friends, or competitors?
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How Dolly Parton Spent Her I Will Always Love You Royalties
Dolly Parton wrote "I Will Always Love You" but the success of Whitney Houston's version of the song made Parton millions. Here's how she spent the royalties.
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Chrissie Hynde's Connection To The Kent State Massacre
While the 1970 Kent State shooting might have been memorialized by the CSNY song "Ohio," another rock icon was there that day: The Pretenders' Chrissie Hynde.
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This Move Could Cause Putin To End The War In Ukraine
According to Putin's former chief economic adviser, this move could cause Putin to end the war in Ukraine.
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Here's Who Inherited Walt Disney's Money After He Died
Walt Disney (yes, a real person) certainly worked for his success. He was a very wealthy man when he died in 1966. What became of that Disney fortune?
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What Is The Beatles' Got To Get You Into My Life Really About?
Here's the surprising meaning behind the lyrics of the Beatles' 1966 song "Got to Get You Into My Life."
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The Unbelievable Fact About The Nicholas Brothers' Stormy Weather Dance Routine
Fayard and Harold Nicholas, known as the Nicholas Brothers, were two of the biggest tap dancers in Hollywood.
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The Surprising Origin Of The Magic 8 Ball
Many among us have consulted the Magic 8 Ball for answers to our most random questions. Here is the surprising origin of the classic toy.
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Who Is The Man Behind Gretta Vedler's Tragic Murder?
Gretta Vedler was a 23-year-old Russian model who was known for being outspoken against Russian president Vladimir Putin. So who killed her?
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