The Mythological Figure That Inspired Filch In Harry Potter
Argus Filch, is the foul-tempered caretaker at Harry Potter's school, Hogwards. What is the inspiration behind his character?
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The Real Reason Rita Moreno Dated Elvis Presley
Rita Moreno has had quite the illustrious career, and she also has quite the list of famous ex-boyfriends, including legendary rock star Elvis Presley.
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Dan Aykroyd's Friendship With Jim Belushi Explained
After John Belushi's untimely death, his younger brother Jim became friends with Dan Aykroyd and continued the Blues Brothers act and legacy.
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The Mythology Behind The Andromeda Constellation Explained
The constellations we see up in the night sky all have stories behind them, and few of them are as fascinating as the one known as Andromeda.
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The Real-Life Inspiration Annie Is Based On
The "Annie" franchise, the many tales of a red-headed orphaned girl, is one of the most beloved American musical productions of the 20th century.
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Eggnog Is Older Than You Think
If you've ever been to a holiday party anywhere in Canada, the United States, or Great Britain, chances are you've sampled some warm and creamy eggnog.
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The Untold Truth Of Annie
"Annie" has a long, and surprisingly complicated and dramatic history. Bet your bottom dollar that this is everything you've ever wanted to know about Annie.
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What You Didn't Know About Phaethon And The Sun Chariot
The narrative of Greek mythology certainly has its twists and turns -- deities who are just as flawed as human beings, and sometimes, even more so.
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How Historically Accurate Is The Movie Dunkirk?
Christopher Nolan starts "Dunkirk," the highest-grossing WWII film to date, just as the Germans have trapped French and British forces near the French coast.
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The Real Reason The Astroworld Documentary Was Pulled From Hulu
A news special about the deadly crowd-crush event at Travis Scott's Astroworld concert in Houston was pulled from Hulu in December 2021. Here's why.
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How The Rat Pack Got Their Name
The Rat Pack were not only entertainers, but the embodiment of a lifestyle. Here is how they got their name.
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Rita Moreno's Relationship With Marlon Brando Explained
Rita Moreno's relationship with Marlon Brando lasted for eight years, on and off, and started when the two met on the set of the film "Désirée."
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The True Story That Inspired The Imitation Game
The backdrop to 2014's "The Imitation Game" was one of chaos for the British. During WWII, Alan Turing worked for the British to stop future German attacks.
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What Religion Was Really Like In Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egyptians had a rich culture and believed in living in a harmonious society because of religious beliefs. Here's what their religion was really like.
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The Hidden Meaning Behind Sirius' Name In Harry Potter
Sirius is no exception to J.K. Rowling puting a lot of thought and significance into the names of her Harry Potter characters.
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What Happened To The Police Who Shot Breonna Taylor?
In 2020, Breonna Taylor was shot and killed by police officers during a botched narcotics raid. What happened to those officers in the aftermath of the tragedy?
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What Really Happened After Julius Caesar Died?
Julius Caesar is remembered for his brilliance as a general, the political power he wielded, and the grim nature of his assassination by those who feared him.
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The Greek Myth That Pan's Labyrinth Is Based On
Guillermo del Toro's "Pan's Labyrinth" is one of the most iconic horror movies of the 21st century, but the Greek myth stretches back for millennia.
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What Bill Cosby's Life In Prison Was Really Like
Bill Cosby was considered "America's Dad. Then he was convicted of sex crimes. Here is what Bill Cosby's life in prison was really like.
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The Untold Truth Of Elijah From The Bible
Though he's only in the text for a few pages, the significance of the prophet Elijah in the narrative of God's revelation in history cannot be discounted.
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The South Asian Legend That Inspired Nagini In Harry Potter
Author J.K. Rowling claims that Nagini was always meant to have been human, and points to the Naga mythos as the reasoning for the casting.
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The Unsolved Mystery Of The Ancient Egyptian Benben Stone
The mythological Benben Stone originates in the Egyptian Book of the Dead, a cheat sheet of spells and rites for the dead to use to navigate the afterlife.
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The Tragedy That Changed Clint Eastwood's Son Forever
Actor Scott Eastwood has faced hardships. Here is the tragedy that changed Clint Eastwood's son forever.
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The Mystery Behind Antoine De Saint-Exupéry's Disappearance Explained
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry was an author and aviator best known for his whimsical, world-famous children's book "The Little Prince," which still graces bedtimes.
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The Odd Conspiracy Theory About This American Airport
There are conspiracy theories surrounding Denver International Airport and, frankly, it's not all that surprising with the unusual architecture and odd artwork.
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What You Didn't Know About The First Documented Labor Strike
Labor strikes are part of American history, but here's what you didn't know about the first documented labor strike.
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How Historically Accurate Is The Movie Selma?
The movie "Selma" was a well-received bit of cinema zeroing in on a very specific time in beloved civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.'s life.
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