The Reason Some Are Convinced Jimmy Hoffa Is Still Alive
American labor leader Jimmy Hoffa disappeared without a trace in 1975. Or did he? Some conspiracy theorists harbor the unlikely notion that he's still alive.
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The Myth About Ostriches You Need Stop Believing
The ostrich is an odd bird. Some specimens can approach 10 feet in height. They can be dangerous; the critter could kill you with a blow to the abdomen.
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Places Around The World Women Are Not Allowed
It is surprisingly not uncommon for women to still be barred from entering specific places around the world, often for pretty dubious reasons.
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The Messed Up Beliefs Of Horror Novelist H.P. Lovecraft
H.P. Lovecraft made his mark on the world of horror fiction with some pretty crazy stories. Unfortunately, Lovecraft had some pretty messed up beliefs, as well.
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Things About Angels In The Bible You May Not Know
The truth of angels as told in Christian and Jewish scriptures is surprising. These are a few of the things about angels in the Bible that you may not know.
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The Most Mysterious Military Facilities In The US
You can't simply walk into a US military base. So when it comes to US military facilities, there are still some pretty mysterious ones out there, even today.
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Why Scientists Still Can't Explain Dark Matter
Many mysteries of the universe still escape even the world's brightest minds, and there are few mysteries bigger than dark matter.
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The Historical Cruelty Of Andrew Stoney And Mary Bowes' Marriage
Before Mary Bowes could walk down the aisle with her soon-to-be second husband -- the father of her unborn child -- Andrew Stoney came into the picture.
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The Truth About The Backside Of A Rainbow
Scientifically speaking, a rainbow is formed when light strikes water droplets. When the light is both refracted and reflected by water, a rainbow is born.
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How Hard Is It For A Star To Escape A Galaxy?
Stars are some of the largest non-black hole objects in the known universe. But how hard is it for a star to escape a galaxy?
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What You Might Not Know About The Suzhousaurus Dinosaur
Suzhousaurus dinosaurs, more formally known as Suzhousaurus megatherioides, were discovered in the Lower Cretaceous Xinminpu Group of Gansu Province, China.
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How Many People Died Because Of Charles Manson's Cult?
Charles Manson was a cult leader who perfectly exemplified that you can be an insanely destructive murderer without really getting your hands dirty.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Charlie Watts
Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts died in August 2021. Here is the tragic real-life story of his life and career with the world's greatest rock band.
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The Truth About Abigail In The Bible
Abigail is one of the seven female prophets in the Hebrew Bible, along with Sarah, Deborah, Miriam, Hannah, Esther, and Huldah.
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The Historical Cruelty Of Heloise And Abelard's Marriage
The story of Héloïse and Abelard, although renowned throughout the ages, is a tale that does not have a happy ending, for either protagonist.
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Things Most People Get Wrong About The Bible
The Bible continues to be an influential and controversial text. So it's no surprise there are common misconceptions of its material.
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The Truth About The Deadly 1887 Yellow River Flood
The Yellow River is one of the most well-known and frequently visited rivers in China, but nearly 150 years ago, it was the source of a deadly disaster.
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The Truth About Thomas Edison's Failed Kinetophone
Edison invented a machine called the kinetophone that would allow users to see a "movie" and hear a soundtrack. The entire setup was awkward and clunky.
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How KISS' Paul Stanley Really Feels About Metallica
KISS has been performing since the early 1970s, and with plenty of rock 'n' roll hits and a wild stage show, it's easy to see why they still draw large crowds.
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The Big Lie About The Holocaust You Learned In History Class
Although the Nazi regime primarily targeted Jews in their Final Solution, history often forgets the other victims of the Holocaust.
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The Reason Mary Queen Of Scots Is Considered Unlucky
Born in 1542 and beheaded in 1587, Mary Queen of Scots -- Mary Stuart -- lived a disastrous, dramatic, and ultimately tragic life.
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The Bizarre Story Of Edgar Cayce, The Sleeping Prophet
Edgar Cayce is arguably the most notable mystic since Nostradamus. This is the bizarre story of man they called the Sleeping Prophet.
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The Truth About The Deadly 1839 Coringa Cyclone
Coringa is a small village on the coast of India that was once a large, bustling port city in the 18th and 19th centuries until disasters changed it forever.
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Here's What The Bible Really Says About Magic
People of faith around the world rely on the Bible for their faith, doctrine and practice. And in the Bible, there is little to no ambiguity about "magic."
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The Truth About Jimmy Hoffa And Robert Kennedy's Feud
The rivalry between Jimmy Hoffa and Robert Kennedy is still legendary. And when they faced off in court, the results were often dramatic.
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The Truth Behind The Emperor's New Groove
In 2000, Walt Disney Pictures released its 40th animated feature film, 'The Emperor's New Groove,' a troubled production that was in development for many years.
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What Is The Significance Of Baptism In The Bible?
For two thousand years, Christians have been practicing a rite known as baptism. For some Christians, that means sprinkling water on the person being baptized.
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