The Tragic Truth Behind The Andes Plane Crash
On October 13, 1972, the Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 crashed in Argentina, and the subsequent days of survival would impress and disturb people worldwide.
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The Painting That Popularized The 'Doomed Poet' Trope
You may have heard of the "doomed poet" trope or of someone who is a martyr for their art. This 19th century painting was integral in popularizing the idea.
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Inside Shannen Doherty's Close Relationship With 90210 Co-Star Luke Perry
Luke Perry and Shannen Doherty's roles as "Beverly Hills 90210" couple Dylan and Brenda made them household names in the '90s. The actors also had a friendship.
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The Untold Truth Of The 24th Special Tactics Squadron
The 24th Special Tactics Squadron has a decorated but mysterious history. Here is the untold true of one of the most elite fighting forces in American history.
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Nicolas Cage's Tragic Real-Life Story
Actor Nicolas Cage has faced many hardships over the years, as well as some pretty bad luck. Here's the full story of what the star has endured.
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Who Is Alan Bates, The British Post Office Scandal Whistleblower?
Alan Bates, a former sub-postmaster from the U.K. who had lived his life in relative anonymity, suddenly found himself hailed a hero up and down the country.
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Whatever Happened To The Beverly Hills House Where Bugsy Siegel Was Murdered?
Notorious gangster Bugsy Siegel was killed one night while relaxing with the newspaper. Here's what happened to the Beverly Hills house where he was murdered?
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The Tragic 2012 Murder Of Cari Farver Explained
It might be assumed that with all of the high-tech digital crime fighting tools out there, murder would be nearly impossible. Until tech gets in the way.
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Who Was Dick Van Dyke's Ex Wife, Margie Willett?
Actor and comedian Dick Van Dyke was married to Margie Willett for over three decades before they divorced in 1984. Here's what we know about her life.
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'00s Sitcom Stars Who Died Tragically
We might remember them for making us laugh, but these '00s sitcom stars left us under tragic and sometimes even profoundly disturbing circumstances.
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The American Rowing Team That Upset Hitler's Plans At The 1936 Olympics
The unlikely rowing team out of the University of Washington would take the gold and foil the designs of their hosts - Nazi Germany and Adolf Hitler.
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Meet Xin Zhui: The Most Well-Preserved Mummified Body In History
Xin Zhui was a noblewoman who lived during the Han Dynasty. Her body was discovered in 1971 and is still the most well-preserved mummified body in history.
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Antiques Roadshow Items That Made The Owners Crazy Rich
These Antiques Roadshow finds made their owners crazy rich. Would you sell your piece or keep it for the sentimental value?
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The Symbolism Behind Flowers In LGBTQ+ History
Particularly in recent history, floral imagery has taken root in several parts of LGBTQ+ history. This is the symbolism behind flowers in LGBTQ+ history.
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Whatever Happened To The Rock-Afire Explosion From ShowBiz Pizza?
Gen X kids may remember the slightly scary yet fascinating animated band from ShowBiz Pizza, the Rock-afire Explosion. Here's what happened to them.
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Michael Landon's Smart Advice For Shannen Doherty (And Why It Caused So Many Problems)
When actress Shannen Doherty was at the beginning of her career, fellow actor Michael Landon had some good advice for her - though it did cause some problems.
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12 Psychoactive Plants And What They Do To Your Brain, According To Science
Humans have been using plants for their intoxicating and psychoactive properties for thousands of years. Here's what some of the most common do to our brains.
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Inside Boy George's Relationship With Janet Jackson
Singer-songwriter Boy George has had a pretty rocky relationship with fellow singer Janet Jackson. Here's the story behind the pair's association.
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Why NASA Delayed The Next Moon Landing
The next moon landing was planned to be part of NASA's Artemis missions, but it was ultimately delayed in January 2024. Here's what happened.
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Rock Stars Who Famously Hooked Up With Fans
The trappings of rock star fame can include legions of adoring fans. Some fans found their pin-up rock-star idols turn into real, even lasting, relationships.
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The Richard Dawson Family Feud Scandal That Was Kept A Secret
Richard Dawson was the host of "Family Feud" from 1976 to 1985, during its heyday. But there was a scandal behind the scenes that was kept under wraps.
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Why England Banned White Bread During World War II
During World War II it was all hands on deck and everyone made sacrifices, even of little things. Here's why England specifically banned white bread in WWII.
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Things We Learned About Kurt Cobain Only After His Death
Kurt Cobain died long ago, but we still know very little about the notoriously private singer. Here are things we only learned about Kurt Cobain after he died.
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What Does An IQ Test Actually Measure?
How a person scores on an IQ test is often fodder for emphasizing someone's genius or their intellectual disability, but here's what the tests actually measure.
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The Touching Story Behind The 1971 Rolex From Antiques Roadshow
An Air Force Veteran was literally floored when he learned what his 1971 Rolex was worth in a 2020 episode of "Antiques Roadshow." Here's the touching story.
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A Look Into The Life Of Michael Bolton
Michael Bolton is known for his romantic pop-rock ballads, but there's much more to the vocalist. Here's a look into the life of Michael Bolton.
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How To Survive If You're Stuck In Your Car During A Snow Storm
If the day ever comes that you are stuck in your car during a snowstorm, your odds of survival are pretty good with just a few simple tips.
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