The Story Behind The Pogues' Hit Christmas Song Fairytale Of New York
The Pogues' hit Christmas song "Fairytale of New York" was released back in 1988. Here's the story behind the recording of the timeless classic.
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How Old The First 5 US Presidents Were When They Took Office
The first five U.S. presidents were George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe. How old were they when they took office?
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Why Henry Kissinger's Nobel Peace Prize Was So Controversial
U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1973, but the decision was controversial because he played a major role in the Vietnam War.
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Whatever Happened To Trevor Rees-Jones, The Only Survivor Of Princess Diana's Fatal Crash?
Princess Diana's 1996 death shocked the world. Here's what happened to bodyguard Trevor Rees-Jones, the only one who survived the crash that took her life.
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The Untold Truth Of Ansel Adams
Ansel Adams is famous for capturing America's natural beauty, but he also survived an infamous disaster, took on presidents, and championed nuclear power.
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The Untold Truth Of Henry Kissinger
Henry Kissinger was United States secretary of state from 1973 to 1977, and became famous for shaping policy in Vietnam, the Middle East, and especially China.
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Henry Kissinger, Diplomat And Statesman, Dead At 100
U.S. statesman and controversial advisor to multiple generations of presidents, Henry Kissinger, has died. He was 100 years old.
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Who Was Antiochus IV Epiphanes?
Antiochus IV Epiphanes was an ancient ruler whose efforts to strip the Jews of their rights to practice their religion led to the War of the Maccabees.
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What Do Candles Symbolize During Hanukkah?
Though Hanukkah carries several traditions, the lighting of the candles is the most significant aspect of the Jewish holiday known as Festival of Lights.
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The Macabre Reason Oil Continues To Leak Into Pearl Harbor
The U.S.S. Arizona became a macabre death chamber for thousands after it was bombed in 1941. It still slowly leaks oil into Pearl Harbor all these years later.
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What You Never Knew About Anthony Hopkins
Whether as the cannibal Hannibal Lecter or the Norse god Odin, Anthony Hopkins has become a household name. But some facts about Hopkins are not so well-known.
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Dolly Parton's Impressive Manicures Are For More Than Just Looks
Country music icon Dolly Parton's impressive manicures are for more than just looks. She used her acrylic nails to help write one of her most successful songs.
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The Sad 2012 Death Of Don Cornelius
"Soul Train" host Don Cornelius made his mark by bringing Black representation to American television. Here's the sad story of his 2012 death.
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The Tragic Death Of A Soccer Player Nearly Four Decades After A Botched Operation
More than 39 years after a botched operation on his knee left him in a decades-long coma, soccer player Jean-Pierre Adams died on September 6 at the age of 73.
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The Truth About Princess Diana's Relationship With Dodi Fayed
When Princess Diana entered Pont de l'Alma tunnel in Paris, France on August 31, 1997, no one could have guessed that she and Dodi Fayed would not leave alive.
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What Derek Chauvin's Life In Prison Is Really Like
Former police officer Derek Chauvin, convicted in the death of George Floyd, has begun serving his prison sentence. Is his life in prison different from others?
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Forgotten '80s Musicians You Didn't Know Passed Away
When the most beloved '80s icons die, the world weeps. But there have been a lot of forgotten musicians from the 1980s that you may not know have passed away.
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A Look At Hitler's Drug Use During World War II
Hitler's seemingly tireless energy and charisma helped his efforts to rally supporters during World War II, but his drug use was likely fueling him all along.
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This Is How Many People Were On The Mayflower When It Came To America
The Pilgrims' Mayflower left Holland and arrived in America in 1620. Here's how many people were aboard when it hit the shores of Massachusetts.
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The Untold Truth Of Delta Force
The Army's Delta Force avoids attention to preserve its secrecy, but some info has trickled out over the years. Here's the untold truth of the mysterious force.
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The True Story Of Harriet Tubman's Only Child
American abolitionist Harriet Tubman is often described in American history books, but the story of her child is lesser known. Here's why that's the case.
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What Mick Jagger's Relationship With Melanie Hamrick Is Like
Mick Jagger first met Melanie Hamrick in 2014 while the two were both on tour. Here's what his relationship with his younger beau is like.
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The Real Meaning Behind Green Day's American Idiot
What's the real meaning behind Green Day's "American Idiot"? Here's how the punk rock group came up with the lyrics to the popular 2004 song.
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You Never Knew This About Santa's Reindeer
Jolly old elf? Check. Red suit? Check. Sleigh full of toys, ready to deliver for Christmas delight? Check. But what about those reindeer, anyway?
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Whatever Happened To Actress And Model Teri Copley?
Actress and model Teri Copley may not be a household name, but in the 1980s she dated men who were. Here's what happened to Copley after a life changing event.
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What Was The Play Abraham Lincoln Was Watching When He Was Assassinated?
Perhaps most people know that President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated while watching a stage production. But which play -- and what kind of play -- was it?
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These Spies Were Never Brought To Justice
Seriously, who doesn't love a good spy thriller? Especially when they don't get caught. \These are spies who were never brought to justice.
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