Why Sammy Hagar Is A True Believer In Extraterrestrial Life
Rock 'n' roll frontman Sammy Hagar is a true believer in extraterrestrial life. He cites personal experience as the reason he thinks aliens exist.
Read MoreRock 'n' roll frontman Sammy Hagar is a true believer in extraterrestrial life. He cites personal experience as the reason he thinks aliens exist.
Read MoreThe American Civil War was fought between the North and the South from 1861 to 1865. This is how the war started and its major turning points over four years.
Read MoreA Russian man with top secret clearance sought out the CIA. But what was the Billion Dollar Spy's motive to work for the United States?
Read MoreA meteoroid that was found in the Gobi Desert in Asia, called the Pallasite Meteorite, may have predated the Earth itself, dating back 4.5 billion years.
Read MoreEven amidst this wild and wonderful world, there are some animals with especially peculiar traits. These are animals that can change their gender.
Read MoreEarth's crust is a thin layer that has undergone many changes since the planet formed. But scientists have found a section that may be as old as Earth itself.
Read MoreAn often untold consequence of President John F. Kennedy's assassination was the severe backlash against the city of Dallas, Texas, and the Dallas Cowboys.
Read MoreBeing a public figure, especially in terms of governmental duties, can make someone an inviting target of criticism, protest, demonstrations -- and shots fired.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II is the world's most famous monarch, and assassination attempts ocome with the territory. These were the various attempts on the queen's life.
Read MoreJFK's assassination wasn't the only one Lee Harvey Oswald was linked to. The former marine also had his sights set on another high-ranking official.
Read MoreAs with many other historical (and not so historical) figures, there are some who question whether John Wilkes Booth really was killed by Union troops.
Read MoreKurt Cobain's autopsy report provided more insight into his untimely death.
Read MoreIn the early morning hours of December 9, 2001, authorities were called to the Durham home of Michael and Kathleen Peterson on reports of a fatal accident
Read MoreRapper Mac Miller died suddenly at age 26. Here are the disturbing details found in his autopsy report.
Read MoreBobby Brown is no stranger to tragedy. One such event was the 2020 death of his son, Bobby Brown, Jr. Here are disturbing details found in his autopsy report.
Read MoreOxiClean pitchman Billy Mays bumped his head on a flight the night before his death, but did that cause it? Here are the disturbing details from his autopsy.
Read MoreOn August 5, 1962, Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe was found dead in her Los Angeles home at just 36 years old. What did her autopsy report reveal?
Read MoreBill Joel is one of the best songwriters of all time, with dozens of hits to his name. Despite his success, he has endured some major hardships.
Read MoreWhile Paul Simon is regarded as one of the most acclaimed songwriters, did his children follow in his footsteps? Let's take a look at three of them.
Read MoreYou've probably heard of mental illnesses like depression, generalized anxiety disorder, and social anxiety disorder. But have you heard of climate anxiety?
Read MoreOn October 25, 1921, a major hurricane walloped Tampa Bay in Florida. Here's the story of the eccentric waterside attraction destroyed in the event.
Read MoreHurricane Ian pummeled Florida in September, 2022, threatening this Tampa lighthouse that weathered a similar destructive hurricane back in 1921.
Read MoreWhile lower blood pressure may be good for health, low barometric pressure over the ocean is not so good. Here's barometric pressure in hurricanes explained.
Read MoreToday, we identify and remember various significant storm activities by naming them -- Hurricane Katrina, for one -- but a 1921 hurricane lacks its own name.
Read MoreAn incoming natural disaster like a hurricane doesn't necessarily mean you have to be caught flat-footed, especially when it comes to your pets.
Read MoreIn 1981, NFL fans who tuned into the Bengals-Chargers game in January witnessed the coldest football game in the sports league's history.
Read MoreThe child stars, including Ken Weatherwax, of 'The Addams Family' didn't exactly keep making a splash in Hollywood after the series ended.
Read MoreEarmuffs are a staple of our everyday winter attire, but they weren't always as innovative as they are today. Here's how a teenager improved the earmuff.
Read MoreDifferent things mean different things to different people. Symbols, art, characteristics -- most of the time, meaning really is in the eye of the beholder.
Read MoreA public controversy can divide an entire nation, raising passionate responses and positions. In some sad circumstances, they can also mean violence.
Read MoreA good conspiracy theory can provide fuel for nearly endless discussions across all manner of media. If it involves a president, that's even better.
Read MoreConspiracy theorists are convinced the queen's body is not in the official royal coffin. They took to social media to talk about it.
Read MoreIn 1986, millions of people watched in terror as the Challenger space shuttle exploded a mere 73 seconds after liftoff. Years later, some were suspicious.
Read MoreWhen a country legend dies, there's the small matter of the funeral and burial. This is where these legendary country stars are buried.
Read MoreThe Golden State Killer was finally arrested in 2018 after nearly 40 years of avoiding prosecution for his crimes. Here's a look inside his life behind bars.
Read MoreEven with all of the tools available to criminal investigators today, some cases have been, and continue to be, unresolved, even after decades of work.
Read MoreIn the spring of 1978, members of the National Honors Society gathered at Revere High School in Ohio for their annual yearbook photo. Here's the story.
Read MoreWhen someone goes on trial, accused of prolific and horrific, violent crime, every detail becomes the focus of intense scrutiny, including what they wear.
Read MoreShockingly, one of Jeffrey Dahmer's most inhuman acts of torture and malice wouldn't have happened without help from police. Here's the story.
Read MoreNotorious serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer was beaten to death by a fellow inmate. Afterward, his parents were left to decide what to do with his remains.
Read MoreCrime scene cleaners thoroughly clean up crime scenes and follow proper waste disposal methods to restore a location to its original condition.
Read MoreOne of the most notorious serial killers in American history is (was) Jeffrey Dahmer. Here's the childhood surgery his father thinks changed him.
Read MoreIn 2019 there was a social media movement to storm the mysterious Area 51, but Law enforcement's serious reaction to the Area 51 memes was no laughing matter.
Read MoreLarry Ray ran a money laundering and sex trafficking ring, and is currently facing life in prison. Here's what his daughter Talia Ray is doing today.
Read MoreRita Isbell took the stand against serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, to give a powerful statement about her brother's murder. Here's who she is.
Read MoreShari Dahmer, stepmother of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, has been very open in the past about her stepson's horrific crimes. Here's what her life is like now.
Read MoreThere are certainly numerous couples out there who seem, at first glance, like an unlikely match. Few fit the category like Charles Manson and Star Burton.
Read MoreTravis Alexander and Jodi Arias commenced their courtship on hopeful terms, but as days passed, an ugly underbelly started to breach the surface of their love.
Read MoreWhile Jeffrey Dahmer had multiple reasons for going down the path that he did, he incorporated one aspect from this hobby with his father.
Read MoreAt the time, and ever since, professionals and casual observers have asked: How did Jeffrey Dahmer get away with such brutal crimes for so long?
Read MoreCriminal convictions are serious business, but they're not necessarily permanent. Here's what it means when a court vacates a criminal conviction.
Read MoreDisgraced financier Bernie Madoff is remembered for pulling off the largest Ponzi scheme in history. Here's what he said when he was arrested.
Read MoreJeffrey Dahmer was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. In the course of the investigation, other heinous actions would be revealed.
Read MoreChristopher Darden was famously part of the prosecution team in the O.J. Simpson trial. After the trial ended, here's what happened to Darden and his career.
Read MoreMaya Milette, a 39-year-old mother of three, went missing from her home in January 2021.
Read MoreJames Holmes killed 12 and injured 58 in one of the worst mass shootings in U.S. history. Now permanently behind bars, here's what his prison life is now like.
Read MoreOn July 24, 2015, 14-year-old Austin Stephanos and Perry Cohen left on a boating trip from Florida's Jupiter Inlet. Unfortunately, they never returned.
Read MoreSerial killers often have similar motivations urging them to do their vile work. This may have been the Cape Cod Vampire's motive to kill.
Read MoreThe search for the remains of JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan shocked the nation, and the new documentary "Sins of Our Mother" reveals the crime scene.
Read MoreShortly after Fyre Festival's downfall, McFarland and Ja Rule were slapped with a hefty lawsuit. Ultimately, McFarland ended up behind bars.
Read MoreEven with today's technology touching nearly every aspect of life, it sometimes comes to pass that someone tragically disappears without a trace.
Read MoreHenry Louis Wallace, also known as the Taco Bell Strangler, violently killed a number of women. Here is why it took authorities took so long to convict him.
Read MoreSome show business "feuds" are just for show, often for laughs -- light entertainment. Others, however, might not start seriously, but end up there.
Read MoreLori Vallow Daybell's brother said he feared the worst about his sister and her unhinged beliefs when her children, JJ and Tylee, were reported missing.
Read MoreOne of the deadliest stabbing sprees in Canada happened on September 5 and 6. Here's what we know about the suspects in the Canadian stabbing spree so far.
Read MoreHumans and bloodhounds — descended from 7th century French St. Hubert hounds — have a history of working together both for hunting and tracking.
Read MoreIn 2001, the United States was seized by fear when a string of anthrax attacks occurred. But who was Bruce Ivins, the man determined to be behind it?
Read MoreOne human engaging in the criminal act of taking the life of another is always shocking and tragic. The question often arises: What was the motivation?
Read MoreTexas currently leads all states in the union in terms of executions carried out for condemned prisoners. One man there managed to escape his death penalty.
Read MoreThe search for Brian Laundrie was similar to the manhunt for the Olympic Park Bomber.
Read MoreHurricanes are genuinely impressive forces of nature that also leave a wake of destruction and death. A 1921 Florida storm had intense impact on agriculture.
Read MoreIsabella Pollock, from the Peacock documentary "Sex, Lies, and the College Cult," was part of a sex trafficking and extortion ring. Here's where she is now.
Read MoreA man convicted of exploiting a group of his daughter's college friends lured them in with a wild story about taking down a powerful politician.
Read MoreOn September 14, 2022, a 4,500-strong military procession transporting Queen Elizabeth IIs coffin made its way through the streets of London.
Read MoreEven world leaders are still human beings, and some have formed family relationships on their way to power, Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin among them.
Read MoreA watch that belonged to Adolf Hitler recently sold at auction for a high price. Here is more about the watch itself and the French soldier that looted it.
Read MoreThe Bangles have had an accomplished musical career, full of iconic songs that are still popular today. But the band came up with its name in an unexpected way.
Read MoreJimi Hendrix was inspired by blues musician Albert King, but King actually had some scathing criticism of Hendrix. Here's what he said.
Read MoreThe good thing about tattoos is that they're pretty much a part of your permanent record. The drawback, of course, is if there's an error in the inking.
Read MoreWhen two outspoken, temperamental performers share a stage, things are bound to get emotional. Here's why Dusty Springfield allegedly slapped Buddy Rich.
Read MoreIf you were raised in the '90s and spent your afternoons watching Nickelodeon after school, you might recall a memorable Coolio cameo in a popular show.
Read MoreWhat happened to the man who played Barney, the big purple dinosaur, all those years? You've probably seen him without even knowing it.
Read MoreCoolio contributed a classic song to the hip-hop catalog, and you probably didn't realize Coolio's most famous video was directed by a big-time name.
Read MoreIt's one thing for actors to appear to be friends when they're performing together, but quite often it doesn't transition off the screen to everyday life.
Read MoreNot everyone who finds stellar artistic success discovered their abilities at the beginning and went from there. Sometimes it takes a different discipline.
Read MoreIt often comes as a surprise when an artist, outstanding in one area, displays talent in another field of endeavor, as did rapper and chef Coolio.
Read MorePearl Jam has been wildly successful for years, and Eddie Vedder's wealth is tied up with that of the band. Let's look at where all that wealth came from.
Read MoreCoolio, best known for the 1995 hit "Gangsta's Paradise," has died at the age of 59.
Read MoreThe Netflix series "Echoes" has become an audience favorite, yet it's been panned by critics. Here's whether or not "Echoes" is based on a true story.
Read MoreThat Jeffrey Dahmer would come up in rap lyrics isn't all that surprising. And at least three times in his career, Eminem mentioned the killer.
Read MoreJudy Garland and Liza Minnelli are a Hollywood mother-daughter power duo if there ever was one. Here's a look at the ups and downs of their relationship.
Read MoreThey're a shock-rock, apocalyptic metal band, but who is behind their elaborate and world-famous costumes? Here's what every member of GWAR really looks like.
Read MoreJeffrey Dahmer was a notorious cannibal serial killer whose crimes have inspired several films. We ranked every portrayal of Dahmer from worst to best.
Read MoreFor decades, science fiction writers have relied on the idea of a virus wiping out most of humanity. Here's one that's actually lurking in the jungle.
Read MoreJohn Bonham of Led Zeppelin actually hated one of the band's songs, called "D'Yer Mak'er." Here's the story behind why he hated the reggae-influenced song.
Read MoreThanks to numerous tales and legends (and some fact), the ocean can be a terrifying place. The truth is, danger has always lurked there in different forms.
Read MoreMick Jagger is known as being the frontman of The Rolling Stones, but he also indirectly helped this NFL Hall of Famer have a successful career.
Read MoreThe Clash's song "Rock the Casbah" is one of the band's most famous songs. This is the little-known meaning behind "Rock the Casbah."
Read MoreThe Three Stooges' Curly Howard and ex-wife Elaine Ackerman's marriage was a union of opposites. Here's the truth about the relationship.
Read MoreArt Garfunkel is best known for his tenor singing voice as part of the duo Simon and Garfunkel in the 1960s. Here's why you rarely hear of him these days.
Read MoreOne of Bob Marley's most famous songs is "No Woman No Cry," which doesn't mean quite what you think it does. Here's the story behind the song.
Read MoreAvicii died by suicide in 2018 while on vacation, leaving what would become his final album, the eponymously-titled album "Tim," around two-thirds complete.
Read MoreRun DMC helped bring rap to mainstream audiences, but Run DMC was not the name they originally wanted to use.
Read MoreBruce Springsteen is a legendary musician in his own right, but there's one record he thinks is a masterpiece. This is the record praised by Bruce Springsteen.
Read MoreNearly twenty years ago, Vladimir Putin's alleged resemblance to a character on the silver screen led lawyers to consider a lawsuit. Here's what happened.
Read MoreThere are certainly those who are willing (though perhaps not eager) to suffer for their art. That seems especially true in the performing arts.
Read MoreMel Gibson has been a Hollywood fixture for decades, preceded by a critically acclaimed career in Australian films. And then he got pulled over and arrested.
Read MoreLena Horne was a trailblazer in many ways. The truth is, even her relationship with composer Lennie Hayton rebuked social expectations of the time.
Read MoreFor some 25 years, Taylor Hawkins was the man behind the drum kit for Foo Fighters. He also stepped up to the mic for solo vocal work during performances.
Read MoreThe Beatles hit a period there toward the end of their collaboration when their songwriting seemed influenced by a sort of obscure mysticism.
Read MoreThe lives of celebrities often overlap -- the absolutely famous intermingling, whether they come from show business, politics, or simple notoriety.
Read MoreThe first Sherlock Holmes story was "A Study in Scarlet," published in 1887, but was this one of Arthur Conan Doyle's best ... or worst ... or maybe neither.
Read MoreHip-hop artists have died of a result of gun violence, addiction, and poor health. Read the last interviews with rappers who were taken from us far too soon.
Read MoreJust because Netflix is great doesn't mean all its movies are worth watching.
Read MoreHad the police taken Glenda Cleveland seriously in May 1991, five innocent lives might have been spared from the murderous hands of killer Jeffrey Dahmer.
Read MoreFred Savage was fired from the 'Wonder Years' reboot after being tapped to be a producer for the project. So what happened? Let's take a look.
Read MorePart of art is invention -- finding new ways to combine old item or ideas into something unseen before. That certainly applies to authors forming new words.
Read MoreToday, Reba McEntire is one of the giants of country music. Here are some lesser-known facts about America's favorite country star.
Read MoreLouise Lasser is one of the most important women in the world of comedy. She is also known for her marriage to Woody Allen. Here's the story.
Read MoreSidney Poitier overcame a lifetime of obstacles, and even turned an early career rejection into a life-changing educational journey.
Read MoreEven the A-list celebrities and Hollywood royalty have their challenges -- for instance, being targeted by teenaged burglars looking for jewelry to steal.
Read MoreThere are certainly those co-workers who are annoying as the day is long. And then there are those who resonate beyond the workplace, for good or ill.
Read MoreThere are few symbols more iconic of the entertainment industry than the Hollywood Walk of Fame. So why hasn't Madonna made the list?
Read MorePaul Newman, regarded as one of the last great movie stars, is famous for his acting and for his Newman's Own dressing. These were his last words.
Read MorePaul Newman's life was well lived: achievement as an actor; a long marriage; philanthropy resulting in hundreds of millions of donated dollars. And regret.
Read MoreMany's the TV anthology series that offers a bright vision of reality, wrapping up guest stars' problems in an episode. The actors' reality could be tragic.
Read MoreMadonna is known for her stellar music career. She also had a brief, little-known stint at Dunkin' Donuts, but was fired after only a week.
Read MoreThe Three Stooges delighted fans for decades, despite a rotating roster of members. Only one of their films featured the first four men to perform as Stooges.
Read MoreThe decade saw advances in science and technology, as well as excess.
Read MoreIn the late 1960s, David Bowie ended up at Samye Ling, a Buddhist monastery located in Eskdalemuir, Scotland. There, he would receive a bit of profound advice.
Read MoreBrendan Fraser has a comeback in 2022 with "The Whale," but over the past two decades, his life has seen a lot of low points, both personal and professional.
Read MoreThe real story behind David Bowie's "Moonage Daydream" involves the influence of William S. Burrows and the Dada movement.
Read MoreMany people feel a burning nostalgia for the 1990s. Let's look at some of the biggest moments you probably forgot about.
Read MoreThe Ink Masters: Redemption moment that drove a former canvas to tears after she confronted the artists who she felt treated her and tattooed her poorly.
Read MoreThe history of witchcraft in colonial America is a string of fatal tragedies. That history, however, has also given inspiration to some modern storytelling.
Read MoreShock-rocker Marilyn Manson was one of the most controversial figures in music for years. Read on to learn about Manson's stunning rise and fall.
Read MoreWhen John Lennon was killed, his former Beatles bandmate Paul McCartney was particularly affected. Here's the story behind McCartney's song "Here Today."
Read MoreElvis Presley was known for his unique performing style, but he was also known for hating a very specific food. Apparently Presley banned fish from Graceland.
Read MoreLed Zeppelin was formed in 1968 by Jimmy Page after he left the famed band "The Yardbirds." Here's how Led Zeppelin's "Tangerine" is related to Page's past.
Read MoreThe pink gown Marilyn Monroe wore in 1953's "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" has an interesting history and as it turns out, there were two dresses made for Monroe.
Read MoreBruce Springsteen offered a hard look at the life of the working class. He sang not just of joy and freedom but of its absence and the search for it.
Read MoreFew comedians have made such a huge impact — and left behind such a huge void — as George Carlin. But do you know the two folk icons who influenced him?
Read MoreSongwriters use all kinds of muses to come up with their art. Here's the unexpected inspiration behind The Beatles' song "Martha My Dear."
Read MoreAlicia Silverstone, largely known for her role in the movie "Clueless," also appeared in several music videos for the band Aerosmith.
Read MoreEddie Murphy and Michael Jackson were massive stars in the 1980s in their own right in the worlds of comedy and music. Here's what their friendship was like.
Read MoreSophia Loren is an award-winning actress with a career spanning more than three-quarters of a century. How did she make her millions? It was a long road.
Read MoreMary Byler was born and raised in an Amish community in Pennsylvania. She experienced abuse at the hands of her father and several other relatives.
Read MoreCelebrated actor Rip Torn impressed audiences with his riveting performances in films, television, and on stage, but he has had his share of legal troubles too.
Read MoreAretha Franklin was a woman of profound musical talent, the "Queen of Soul" who raised the bar of excellence. But that's not why the FBI was interested.
Read MoreThey always say that what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. Sometimes, however, the secrets -- even the deepest mob secrets -- come to the surface.
Read MoreDonald Dunagan was a tough-as-leather Marine Corps major, but he also had a secret, one that he feared would make it hard to do his job as a drill instructor.
Read MoreEnglish actress and model Naomi Campbell was once in a Bob Marley video. This is the story of the video, and her connection to Bob Marley.
Read MoreChris Rock got to his position in life by being an actor and comedian. He's also known for his career on "Saturday Night Live," which was surprisingly brief.
Read MoreRichard Pryor was a groundbreaking standup comedian, writer, and actor. But even the greatest performers have to find a way to deal with nerves.
Read MorePeople travel from miles around in order to witness the launch of a space vehicle by NASA. One possible observer might have gotten more than it bargained for.
Read MoreIn the '70s, Elton John was invited to a dinner party at Windsor Castle, where he met members of the royal family, including Queen Elizabeth.
Read MoreThere was a time in Hollywood when directors were king -- and had the box office numbers to reinforce that authority. And then it all went south, badly.
Read MoreIt's a fine line that content creators have to walk when assembling villains for children's entertainment: bad enough to be interesting, but not too much.
Read MoreBefore Iron Man fame, Robert Downey Jr. was a cast member on Saturday Night Life, and allegedly one of the worst. Here's why he was fired from the show.
Read MoreIt's often said that life imitates art, and it's equally true that art frequently draws from life. Take, for example, Chuck Berry's "Johnny B. Goode."
Read MoreSeagal himself was once embroiled in a stratagem of subterfuge and intrigue against one of the United States' chief legal authorities: the FBI.
Read MoreNorman Greenbaum's "Spirit in the Sky" remains popular thanks to its frequent inclusion in film OSTs. But what's he been up to since the song charted in 1970?
Read MoreActor Burt Reynolds once owned a nightclub, but the business venture didn't exactly last very long. Here's the story behind the failed nightclub.
Read MoreTremblay's personal finances are in considerably better condition than Julian's. In fact, John Paul Tremblay's net worth might very well surprise you.
Read MoreCarolyn Jones had a long and successful career, acting in both films and television for decades. A childhood condition might have derailed those ambitions.
Read MoreElvis Presley once inhaled his own tooth cap while performing, resulting in the need for delicate surgery. Here's how the incident happened.
Read MoreLucille Ball and Vivian Vance were best friends on the screen, and they were best friends in real life as well, up until Vance's death in 1979.
Read MoreGeorge Takei and Walter Koenig were part of the cast of the original series of "Star Trek." Here is what the relationship was like between the actors.
Read MoreAndy Kaufman was perhaps the greatest trickster in the history of comedy. Here's how he was 'fired' from Taxi.
Read MoreCasting a TV series is just as crucial as the writing, the production values, the direction. When lead actors become dissatisfied enough to quit, it's serious.
Read MoreDavid Carradine was found dead at his Bangkok hotel at age 72, in a manner that brought up lots of questions about his final hours and his private life.
Read MoreMackenzie Phillips encountered the perils of show business entitlement at a very young age. By the time she was a teenaged working actress, it all fell apart.
Read MoreActress Shirley MacLaine's daughter, Sachi Parker, wrote a tell-all book about her relationship with her mother. Here's the story of her troubling childhood.
Read MoreJane Fonda and Ted Turner married in 1991 and divorced 10 years later. Here is the truth about their divorce.
Read MoreWhile Clint Eastwood may appear to be a success story on the outside, he's had to endure a number of hardships in his life. Here are the details.
Read MoreCeline Dion and producer Phil Spector were supposed to collaborate for one of the singer's albums.
Read MoreInspiration for the band's name came from Cass Elliot and a somewhat unlikely place: Television.
Read MoreIt was John Gilber's romantic nature that ended up being his downfall in terms of exiling him from Hollywood.
Read MoreBy the summer of 1966, everything seemed to fall into place for the Rolling Stones' first feature film. However, it truly was not meant to be.
Read MoreWhat do Grace Slick, a famous anarchist friend, a school acquaintance, the president of the United States, and LSD have in common?
Read MoreSome of you would name Frank Sinatra and Sinéad O'Connor as the two most intensely vocal (no pun intended) and barbed personalities in music history.
Read MoreIt's not uncommon for fans to make pilgrimages to the final resting places of their favorite stars, but Andy Griffth's grave is out of reach for most of us.
Read MoreGeorge R.R. Martin, of "A Song of Ice and Fire," is well-known, but there may still be things you don't know about him, such as how his writing career started.
Read MoreGifts serve several purposes: something to please the recipient, or remind them of the giver. Gifts are more poignant when they come from one who's dying.
Read MoreSeason 3 of Netflix's "I Am a Killer" involves the story of Victoria Smith, the murder of her spouse, Chris Isaac, and her son Kenny. Here's where Kenny is now.
Read MoreElvis Presley made millions as a best-selling recording artist, but his very first song only cost him $4 to record. Here's what it was.
Read MoreJohn Lennon's first girlfriend was Theresa Pickles McGough, and the two had a tumultuous history. Here's the truth about their relationship.
Read MoreThe 1996 sports comedy "Space Jam" played a huge role in helping Michael Jordan return to his old form after his brief first retirement. Here's how.
Read MoreWhen someone beloved dies, some sort of monument involving their remains is often created -- a gravesite, or tomb. Merle Haggard fans might be out of luck.
Read MoreJason Momoa is known for his muscled build, but also for a facial scar on his eyebrow. Here's the scary truth behind Momoa's facial scar.
Read MoreR. Lee Ermey, who made a career out of the Marine Corps, followed by a career playing military figures in films and on TV, was married for over 40 years.
Read MoreThe proposition of James Dean's CGI resurrection in the film "Finding Jack" was floated in 2019. Here's how Hollywood really felt about that.
Read MoreThe Monkees found success as a fake-turned-real band during the 1960s. During the height of their popularity, the FBI also took an interest an in them.
Read MoreRobert Plant and Phil Collins were titans of the music industry, but they had a relationship you might not expect. Here's the truth about their relationship.
Read MoreThe acting business sometimes calls for performers to engage in activities that they don't necessarily cherish -- perhaps even hate. Even Audrey Hepburn.
Read MoreWhile Nazi scientists were welcomed in the U.S. after World War II, scientist Qian Xuesen was deported to China, where he advanced the country's space research.
Read MoreThe world's largest airport, located in Saudi Arabia, played an unexpectedly crucial role in the Gulf War. Here's how the airport featured in the war.
Read MoreIf you've been born, that means that, sooner or later, you, too, will die. But if it is later -- much, much later -- does that make a difference?
Read MoreDeep inside the Paris Catacombs, you'll find eerie quotes and carvings among this "empire of the dead." Read the messages the dead have left underneath Paris.
Read MoreSt. Patrick's Day sees the world turn green; Valentine's Day is bedecked with red. But why is Halloween so consistently associated with certain colors?
Read MoreBritish royalty certainly lives royally, but not always in palaces or castles. Here are some British royal residences you've never heard of before.
Read MorePablo Picasso is renowned for his painting, so his very first word probably won't come as a surprise to you. His first word was an allusion to an artistic tool.
Read MorePart of the grounds of LSU's campus show human activity from so long ago, not even the Egyptian pyramids are as old as this ancient finding.
Read MoreThe Boy Scouts have a long history with many traditions. Here is the meaning behind their left-hand handshake, explained.
Read MoreErnest Hemingway is perhaps equally famous for his contributions to American literature and his adventures pursuing creatures in the wilds. He also loved cats.
Read MoreThe British royal guards have an illustrious military history, and their uniforms having meaning beyond being merely ornamental.
Read MoreA Galileo manuscript thought to be one of the most important pieces at the University of Michigan went from treasure to trash as it turned out to be fake.
Read MoreYou might wonder why things in Europe went so very wrong so very quickly in the mid-1900s. Here's the World War II European front timeline explained.
Read MoreCatherine de Medici earned a reputation for being spiteful, manipulative, and very deadly. Here are the most gruesome accusations against Catherine de Medici.
Read MoreSevere weather can have devastating consequences, especially by powerful hurricanes. Florida's Tampa Bay, however, seems to have dodged several such events.
Read MoreThe marriage between Lauren Bacall and Humphrey Bogart was, to most of the world, a classic Hollywood romance. But it wasn't what it seemed.
Read MoreWhile it seems like a reform school should do some good, that's not always how things go. This is the horrifying history of the Florida School for Boys.
Read MoreThe need for traffic control preceded the invention of the car, though stop signs went through many iterations before becoming universally recognizable.
Read MoreOf the thousands of people who were in the twin towers at the time of their collapse, 20 people were rescued. Here's the story of one of them.
Read MoreAs much as it's depicted in movies and storybooks, very few people can say they've been lost at sea. Meet Aldi Novel Adilang, who got lost at sea three times.
Read MoreMount Thor in Canada is one of the most difficult mountains to climb not just in North America, but the whole world. Here's why Mount Thor is so tough.
Read MoreA US congressman died tragically in 1921, and the culprit wasn't what you might expect. A shaving razor spelled doom for this US congressman.
Read MoreThe so-called Elephant Man, Joseph Merrick's death was unexpected when he died at 27. Here's how he really died.
Read MoreSecret societies have been around almost as long as humanity. And some are super secret, while others not so much. Leaving can be complicated.
Read MoreAmputation as a life-saving medical procedure goes back centuries, particularly on battlefields. Recent evidence suggests it even happened in prehistoric times.
Read MoreToday, Emily Dickinson is considered one of the greatest poets in American literature. The reclusive writer's work was almost lost, however.
Read MoreIn the martial stories of history, there are accounts bordering on legend, telling of extraordinary deeds accomplished by extraordinary individuals.
Read MoreThe football tailgate is a beloved fall tradition in the U.S., but the first American tailgaters gathered to watch something much more harrowing than football.
Read MoreRuins discovered on the Orkney Islands reveal much about Britain's ancient settlers, including their sophisticated culture, rituals, and diets.
Read MoreIstanbul was Constantinople, once upon a time. It's not unusual for a piece of geography to be renamed, especially when evil is evoked by the original.
Read MoreFor nations with a royal family, the lines of succession can be complicated by birth order, gender, and proximity to the throne. And if there are twins?
Read MoreThere was a slow evolution in the creation of the motorcycles we see and use today, in fact, the origins of the vehicle are somewhwat murky.
Read MoreDespite the Scots Guard's reputation as serious soldiers who can never break character on duty, the British military branch has its own nickname.
Read MoreJohn "Chickie" Donohue once made an 8,000 beer run from Vietnam to the US to support the soldiers serving there. Here's the story of the beer run.
Read MoreGiven the tasks the royal guard is typically known to perform, one aspect of their training regimen could perhaps be a surprise for many.
Read MoreThe Royal Guardsmen are one of the most enduring and beloved symbols of the United Kingdom -- not all bearskin caps are the same though.
Read MoreRoyal guards are only human, and sometimes, intentionally or not, they break protocol — and lucky for everyone on the internet, there is often video proof.
Read MoreThe British Royal Guard members are expected to meet very high standards, yet they get paid relatively little. Here's how much they make.
Read MoreGuards on duty at the Horse Guards in Whitehall undergo a daily inspection at 4 p.m.
Read MoreBritish royal events regularly captivate that country and even the whole world. Read on for the largest recorded crowds gathered for British royal events.
Read MoreThere's one tourist attraction in Hawaii that gets lots of traffic, though whether or not it's a good place for you to visit could depend on your interests.
Read MoreThere are all those stories out there, of ancient items, valuable beyond belief, found tucked away somewhere. But a Dead Sea Scroll fragment?
Read MoreAt the tender age of 7, Princess Charlotte of Wales, daughter of Prince William and Princess Catherine, might inherit this Princess Diana heirloom.
Read MoreIn 19th century America, what passed for justice was often swift and very, very final, with capital punishment carried out with ruthless efficiency.
Read MoreThe first human killed by a robot was only 25 years old. Unfortunately, it wouldn't be the last time that happened. Here's the true story.
Read MoreIn 1724, in the span of mere months, Jack Sheppard, a roguish burglar and thief, became the darling of London thanks to a series of high-profile prison escapes.
Read MoreBritish guards famously wear bearskins as hats, in what has become a signature staple of their uniform. Here's why the guards wear bearskins.
Read MoreWidow Anna Maria Radclyffe honored her husband by embroidering a short love note on a linen sheet.
Read MoreMargaret Atwood's work of dystopian fiction has more resonance than ever before. These are some hellish parts of The Handmaid's Tale inspired by real history.
Read MorePrince Edward was Elizabeth's first cousin via their fathers, Prince Albert (who became King George VI) and Prince George, sons of King George V. Who is he?
Read MoreViewers criticized the BBC's coverage of Prince Philip's death, when he passed away in 2021, claiming the network covered it too extensively.
Read MoreSeveral members of the royal family have eschewed life in the public spotlight over the years -- more or less. That includes Princess Anne's daughter Zara.
Read MoreRonald Reagan is a well known president, but his legacy is not free from criticism. Here are some questionable things about Ronald Reagan's presidency.
Read MoreCovered with thick carpet for the past 150 years, a priceless treasure of Westminster Abbey has remained unseen as a way of preservation. Let's take a look.
Read MoreThanks to Charles Farris, the abbey has gotten a constant flow of "pillar candles" — thicker cylindrical candles — for way longer than you might think.
Read MoreThe death of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022 left many people around the world with questions about the structure of the British government.
Read MorePrincess Anne is the daughter of the late Queen Elizabeth II, but she chose a very different life for her royal children.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's funeral will take place at Westminister Abbey on September 19, and some may wonder if any monks or nuns will attend. Here's the answer.
Read MoreMountaineering is an inherently dangerous sport, a combination of training, determination, and skill, combined with unforeseeable circumstances like weather.
Read MoreThe mysterious 1985 disappearance of 8-year-old Nicole Morin from her apartment building has baffled Toronto police for decades. But now there may be new leads.
Read MoreThe Three Stooges (all six of them) have cemented their place in the hearts of their fans. No wonder a museum has been dedicated to their memory.
Read MoreThere's the story of David vs. Goliath -- a young shepherd, armed only with a sling, up against a fully armored, gigantic warrior. Like an axe vs. a tank.
Read MoreLondon's Wellington Arch is one of the city's best-known landmarks and its significance is tied to its original intended purpose, representing England's power.
Read MoreThe first British royal to visit America made their visit in 1860, but this royal was not a monarch at the time. That visit took place nearly 80 years later.
Read MoreThere's a long history of pets within the royal family — perhaps most famously, Queen Elizabeth's corgis — but the late queen wasn't the only dog lover.
Read MoreAt Queen Elizabeth's funeral, attendees and viewers from around the world will hear the work of James O'Donnell, Westminster Abbey's accomplished choirmaster.
Read MoreThe king has requested that both his sons wear their military uniforms at the queen's funeral, but the two princes will have slight variations in their dress.
Read MoreBritish military guards must follow proper protocol while fainting, which means fainting forward with their arms at their sides, while no one helps them.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's only daughter, Princess Anne, is a gifted equestrian, philanthropist, and the proud mother of two. Here's more about her children.
Read MoreFor decades, the world knew the U.K.'s King Charles III as the Prince of Wales. That title has now been given to Prince William. But who held it first?
Read MoreThere have been some strange fashion faux pas in history. Wearing trousers in ancient Rome was seen as a serious breach of the fashion code and here's why.
Read MoreStretching back to the Middle Ages, Britain's royal houses have been a source of fascination for millions. These are the British royal houses explained.
Read MoreFast, intelligent predators -- you would not have wanted to be on the wrong side of a raptor's claw. Here is a look at some of these nimble Cretaceous killers.
Read MoreTragically, history is full of those moments when one group of people successfully blamed another group for a misfortune they had nothing to do with.
Read MoreRoute 66, one of the most popular and beautiful highways in the US, plays a patriotic tune when you drive it going the speed limit. Here's how it works.
Read MoreVincent van Gogh made a career of producing vibrant, dappled, swirling, and primitive artwork. That said, he left plenty of intriguing details in his artwork.
Read MoreWith the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the United Kingdom engaged in a lengthy period of public pageantry mixed with mourning. It all comes with a price tag.
Read MoreHistory is filled with stories of the connections made between soldiers and animals -- dogs and horses especially. One group of Welsh soldiers cherishes a goat.
Read MoreGarden gnomes have a long, bizarre history that spans ancient statues of deities, real-life human beings, and the modern iteration of the gnome.
Read MoreThe U.K.'s royal family has centuries of tradition and practice informing nearly every move, including how they greet and depart from one another.
Read MoreThey are the very visual definition of pageantry: the queen's royal guards, with their bright red tunics, tall bear fur hats, and disciplined precision.
Read MoreIn February 2022, Queen Elizabeth II announced her support for Camila Parker Bowles to become queen after her death. Here are the new queen's two children.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth's funeral procession through London will include passing by St. James's Park, site of Birdcage Walk, a bit of street with a long history.
Read MoreIt seems that there is a lot of regalia connecting royalty and the color purple. Here is the eye-opening reason why purple is closely associated with royalty.
Read MoreThe deaths of British monarchs each have their own special history, but one strange thing that people might not know about is funeral effigies.
Read MoreOperation London Bridge is the codename for what happens after Queen Elizabeth II, the current monarch of the United Kingdom and head of the Commonwealth, dies.
Read MoreWith the queen's death, The British Army notes the Number 7 Company Coldstream Guards instantly became the King's Guard. Here's how this made history.
Read MoreBritish law and custom dictate that royals are buried in lead-lined coffins. Most notably, Princess Diana's coffin weighed a lot more than you realize.
Read MoreAs befitting a monarch with decades upon the throne, the funeral rites for Queen Elizabeth II will be complex, taking place in various locales.
Read MoreSmall pyramids dotted around the Scottish countryside may seem unusual, but the cairns at Balmoral all have royal significance.
Read MoreFollowing in his father's footsteps, in 2022, Prince William became the latest member of the royal family to hold the title of Prince of Wales.
Read MoreIt might not look like it to the naked eye, but some mountains are actually growing taller every day. This huge Canadian mountain is still growing.
Read MoreCultures ancient and modern have developed customs and traditions designed to honor revered public figures. One event for public mourning is to lie in state.
Read MoreYou might know "hocus pocus" as the name of a famous Halloween film, but this phrase actually has a long history of being used in all sorts of magical circles.
Read MoreOn September 12, 2022, Amazon found Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin space program was scheduled to launch the New Shepard Capsule into orbit. It didn't go as planned.
Read MoreHailing from a Jewish family, the home Anne Frank was born into quickly became anything but amidst the rise of Nazism and Adolf Hitler's anti-Semitic wrath.
Read MoreWearing black at funerals seems like a no-brainer choice, right? Why do we really do it, though?
Read MoreThe line of royal succession has a long, complex history and the Crown Act of 2013 upended who would inherit the throne after Queen Elizabeth's death.
Read MoreLeonardo da Vinci may seem like he was born to create masterworks and bring forth invention, but da Vinci needed a teacher, too. Here's who that person was.
Read MoreInspiration and creativity can come from all manner of sources. A minister set out to build a flying machine, based on his reading of the Old Testament.
Read MoreEverything's bigger in Texas, or so they say. Truth of the matter is, however, some things Texan really do outmeasure their counterparts elsewhere.
Read MoreTort laws are used to determine who's legally liable. Here are some of the most famous frivolous lawsuits that weren't actually that frivolous.
Read MoreRussia's Road of Bones is a stretch of remote highway in Russia with bodies buried underneath it. Here's why it's even more horrifying than it sounds.
Read MoreShortly after Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8, the social media handles of Prince William and Kate Middleton were updated to reflect their new titles.
Read MoreWhen Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, died in April 2021, dozens of black London cabs lined up on the Mall. The same thing happened when the queen died.
Read MoreThe various dukes have different roles within the structure of the monarchy. Here is the morbid tradition handed down throughout history by the Norfolks.
Read MoreThe British royal coat of arms has lions, a unicorn, and words written in French. Here is The British royal coat of arms explained.
Read MoreOne Ivy League university in the US holds the world's largest academic library, with millions of volumes. Here's how many books you can find at this library.
Read MoreMore than garden tractors, or harvesters, or combines, the John Deere name is celebrated by agriculture for a magnificent insight into designing farm equipment.
Read MoreApparently there's such a thing as being too fast for your own good, as a U.S. military test pilot discovered in the midst of a 1956 flight.
Read MoreSeveral religions practice the throwing of dirt on the coffin in their funeral rites, and thus it has various but similar symbolizations. Here's what they mean.
Read MoreThe Roman Empire rode roughshod over countless communities and peoples. It's certainly no surprise that frequently, those who had been conquered pushed back.
Read MoreCharles Lindbergh made headlines and enthralled the world with his transatlantic flight. He flew light, carrying nothing extra -- did that apply to food, too?
Read MoreMcDonald's drive-thrus are a staple of the fast food industry, but they didn't always exist. They actually got their start thanks to the U.S. Army.
Read MoreWhile the U.S. was under terrorist attack on the morning of September 11, 2001, Todd Beamer and others on hijacked Flight 93 took matters into their own hands.
Read MoreAll manner of material has been used over the millennia to create watercraft, for transportation of people and goods. In Nebraska, it recently meant a pumpkin.
Read MoreThe University of Alabama expelled its first black student in 1956, and the reasons are extremely sad. Here's why the student was expelled.
Read MoreThe gruesome Puritan Massacre at Ulster in 1641 set the stage for centuries of dysfunctional Anglo-Irish relations. Here's everything you need to know.
Read MoreThe phrase "pass with flying colors" is common in everyday vernacular, but where did it come from? Here's where the popular phrase originates.
Read MoreWhile Americans and Europeans tout Mikhail Gorbachev as a hero, Russian views are less positive. This is what Mikhail Gorbachev's Soviet Union was really like.
Read MoreIn 1835, the emperor of Vietnam, Minh Mạng ordered Joseph Marchand, a 32-year-old priest and missionary, to die by a painfully slow form of execution.
Read MoreWhile a recognizable calendar system has remained almost unchanged for nearly two millennia, you can't say the same about the way we measure the time of day.
Read MoreTroops stationed in hot areas like Iraq and Afghanistan have historically needed to have access to air conditioning and it costs a lot of money.
Read MoreSometimes a site's popularity can be a good thing -- a boost to the local economy, for instance. Other times, popularity results in diminishing a site's appeal.
Read MoreWorld War II affected much of life on Earth, some in unexpected ways, including the Russian reindeer who lived on a British submarine for six weeks. True story.
Read MoreIt's the stuff dreams are made of: Two teenagers, digging a hole in an abandoned house during the Great Depression, find something much better than dirt.
Read MoreMany diverse religious traditions include special holidays or feasts, commemorations of important spiritual events or moments, observed through the ages.
Read MoreThere have been numerous financial market bubbles that eventually burst, resulting in widespread economic misfortune. Should that list include tulip mania?
Read MoreSometimes a slice of wedding cake ends up in a couple's freezer, to be thawed on an anniversary or two. That's one preserved memory involving baked goods.
Read MoreAll places in America are facing a crisis of monumental proportions regarding drug overdose deaths. However, California's statics are worse than you may think.
Read MoreMass shootings in Texas have spiked at three different points since 2018, with Texas seeing its latest increase in incidents in the spring and summer of 2022.
Read MoreIn the Naming Commission's new report on "Confederate assets" at military bases, it included a bronze triptych at West Point, which has been there since 1965.
Read MorePeople who engage in extreme physical challenges -- polar travel, for instance -- often have to make difficult choices in order to survive the experience.
Read MoreJust as the Sphinx in Egypt is missing its nose, other structures have descended to present times missing significant portions of their original construction.
Read MoreLegendary actor Kirk Douglas had some choice last words before his death. Instead of imparting profound wisdom, he voiced support for a presidential candidate.
Read MoreThere are a lot of famous places in Paris, but the creepiest might be the bone-filled tunnels beneath. This is the messed up truth about the Paris Catacombs.
Read MoreThough they seemed like a typical family, Chris and Shanann Watts were having relationship issues that led to the murder of Shanann and her two girls.
Read MoreThis is the messed up truth of the Council of Nicaea.
Read MoreMurdering another person is an act that most people find hard to understand, whether a crime of passion, or opportunity, or something else entirely.
Read MoreThe disturbing crime scene of Peter Porco happened after his son attacked him with an ax. Seemingly, Peter didn't realize he'd been attacked.
Read MoreAttorney Joe Tacopina defended Melanie McGuire against charges of murdering her husband in her 2007 trial. So what happened to him afterward?
Read MoreMurder in any form is deeply tragic, with ramifications that echo through the years. Even more tragic is the murder of someone only in their teens.
Read MoreOn the morning of March 12, 2011, a woman named Rachel, who was tasked with opening a Lululemon in Bethesda, Maryland, expected to walk into an empty building.
Read MoreWhen Jeffrey Dahmer was beaten to death in prison, he was killed along with another man. Jesse Anderson was the man who was murdered with Jeffrey Dahmer.
Read MoreIn the summer of 2010, Sylvie Cachay, 33, began dating then 24-year-old Nicholas Brooks. Unfortunately, things took a gruesome turn that ended in her death.
Read MoreIn 1881, a manhunt took place for a man wanted for murder, which led to two major developments for the police and how criminals are sought after to this day.
Read MoreThe serial killer Belle Gunness left a trail of bodies — as many as 40 — in her wake in Indiana and Illinois between 1884 and 1908. Here's her likely motive.
Read MoreIn 1996, brothers Erik and Lyle Menendez were found guilty of the murder of their parents. Despite his prison sentence, Erik still found love behind bars.
Read MoreA renowned forensic psychiatrist testified about how Jeffrey Dahmer used alcohol during his murders.
Read MoreThe court of public opinion believed that Casey Anthony killed her daughter, but she was acquitted in a court of law. Here is the real reason.
Read MoreIn the early morning hours of May 3, 1997, an unknown person poured gasoline through a mailbox — which opened directly into a home in England.
Read MoreThe remains of a murdered Kansas City woman were found in a rural area of Missouri in 1985. The case went cold but decades later, the woman was identified.
Read MoreShe was found in a flaming bed with three holes in her head. Here's what happened before and after the 1836 murder of sex worker Helen Jewett.
Read MoreThe Appalachian Trail has long been a mecca for hikers, some of whom accept the challenge of making the entire 2,180-mile trek from end to end.
Read MoreThe first recorded murder trial in the United States had a few famous names attached.
Read MoreThe relationship between Sins of Our Mother's Alex Cox and his sister Lori Vallow is more sinister than you thought.
Read MoreLori Vallow Daybell married her fourth husband, Charles Vallow, in 2006, but he was eventually shot and killed by her brother.
Read MoreThe brutal, sadistic murder of James Byrd Jr. gave new, tragic meaning to the term "lynching" in modern-day America. The repercussions of the crime continue.
Read MoreSpade Cooley dazzled audiences in music halls, but called on his old friend Ronald Reagan to help spring him from prison.
Read MoreEvery serial killer has unique motives, but many share a common thread of sexual deviancy or violence. What was Henry Louis Wallace's motive for murder?
Read MoreSometimes murder is carefully planned and carried out; other times it's a crime of passion in the moment. Some crimes betray patterns by the perpetrator.
Read MoreOn February 2, 1999, 31-year-old Cordell Richards was reported missing by his family. It was later determined that he was murdered and set on fire.
Read MoreRapper and soon-to-be father Lil Phat (Melvin Vernell III) was just 19 years old when he was murdered outside of a Georgia hospital. Here's what happened.
Read MoreSomeone came forward and told police that they knew what had happened to Blackwood, who was still considered missing.
Read MoreOne of comedian Flip Wilson's catch phrases was "The Devil made me do it!" It isn't terribly convincing, nor was Michael Cleary's reason for killing his wife.
Read MoreEd Kemper was a serial killer, preying frequently on young women -- not only killing, but dismembering and abusing the corpses of his victims.
Read MoreJake Bird was convicted of murder in Washington State, and claimed more victims. But before he went to the gallows, he's said to have placed a hex.
Read MoreWhen music fans of a certain age think of Coolio, they most likely remember the 1995 music video for his hit song "Gangsta's Paradise (feat. L.V.)."
Read MoreDavid Bowie had a disdain for musician Gary Numan for his perceived unoriginality. Here's why Bowie truly seemed to dislike Numan and his music.
Read MoreLittle Walter was an iconic blues musician who met an untimely death. This was the unexpected official cause of Little Walter's death.
Read MoreThink of a ghost town, and you probably have images of abandoned buildings out in the deserts of the American West. Kitsault, British Columbia, is different.
Read MoreBoyz II Men was one of the best-selling boy bands of all time, winning several Grammy awards, so fans were stunned when Michael McCary left.
Read MoreOne by one, the eyewitnesses to the globe-altering events of World War II are slipping into eternity: James Martin, the last of the "Band of Brothers."
Read MoreDetroit has also seen its fair share of riots. And one of its more notable inhabitants, rocker Iggy Pop, got an up close and personal look at one of them.
Read MoreThere's more to the royal family than just Queen Elizabeth, like Anne, the Princess Royal, and her husband, who had an impressive naval career.
Read MoreIn September 2022, King Charles III ascended the throne following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, and his wife assumed the title of queen consort.
Read MoreNo one who's ever played with Dave Grohl has a bad thing to say about him. He's often praised in interviews for being a great musician and friend.
Read MoreDog the Bounty Hunter's wife, Beth Chapman, had loving final words for her husband before her death from cancer.
Read MoreRoy Orbison was a singer and songwriter beloved by millions, including his colleagues in the music business. He left a significant estate behind when he died.
Read MoreOne of the key qualities that sets death metal apart from other genres of music is the singers' ability to work "death growls" into their vocal repertoires.
Read MoreThe Clash were a punk rock band at their core, but their influences extended far beyond the world of 1970s rock. Here's how "London Calling" is tied to Elvis.
Read MoreReggae music legend Bunny Wailer was part of the legendary Wailers before splitting off to stay true to himself. Here's a look at his tragic 2021 death.
Read MoreTupac Shakur died in 1996 at 25 years old and did not leave a will.
Read More"Hotel California" by the Eagles has inspired more than its fair share of theories and discussion since its release in 1976. But what's it really mean?
Read MoreHighly trained, valued, ruthless in battle: The Dahomey Amazons were an elite, effective, all-female military unit dedicated to their king. What became of them?
Read MoreMichael Jackson made one of the most expensive music videos of all time, costing a whopping $7 million to create. Here's the story behind the music video.
Read MoreAlthough most of Christie's works range from good to great, some stand out for good reasons or bad. Here are the best and worst Agatha Christie mysteries.
Read MoreDiana Spencer, the former Princess of Wales, died in a rather public and tragic way. One thing that remains undetermined has to do with a particular white Fiat.
Read MoreIn West Point's 200-plus years, only one cadet has gone missing: Richard Colvin Cox, whose disappearance triggered one of the largest manhunts in U.S. history.
Read MoreMany's the sports star who picks up a nickname (or more) along the way, from teammates, fans, or journalists. It's clear Jerome Bettis' nickname is apt.
Read MoreBob Dylan is one of the most well-known names in rock music, but this is the lesser-known name he used before his famous moniker.
Read MoreQueen Victoria popularized a wedding tradition that is still followed today.
Read MoreShirley Temple was made to endure a repugnantly severe and unsavory punishment if she ever "misbehaved" while filming.
Read MoreIggy Pop, one of the most popular punk rock performers of all time, had a variety of musical influences you might not expect, including Mick Jagger.
Read MoreElvis Presley was famous for his glitzy jumpsuits and iconic style, but those jumpsuits actually weighed more than you'd expect. Here's how much they weighed.
Read MoreThe Siberian forest is a desolate, harsh, uninhabitable land. It's 5 million square miles of wilderness, some of the last left on the planet.
Read MoreWho doesn't love a good legend? Especially when the legend explains geological formations, giving them a most romantic origin story for the ages.
Read MoreOne of the most important figures in human history is Jesus Christ, and for 2,000 years, just about everybody who has said his name has pronounced it wrong.
Read MoreThe study of human society's past is rarely something that's cut and dried, written for once and all. Discoveries urge us to re-evaluate our assumptions.
Read MoreThe history of the haunting tune played as the queen's coffin left St. Giles goes back to the 16th century.
Read MoreThere's no question but that in one sense, the spirit of the late Marilyn Monroe lives on. According to an actress playing Monroe, it's literally true.
Read More"Pirates of the Caribbean" movies aside, the high seas really do offer a huge array of eerie mysteries, including the presence of ships adrift without a crew.
Read MoreThe Space Force is the newest branch of the U.S. Military, and they have a new theme song. Apparently, the internet isn't a huge fan of the song.
Read MoreBanning people from entering a nation is one of the oldest tools in the handbook of geopolitical players. And few can match Russia in this game.
Read MoreThis is the story of a group of libertarians that picked up and moved to a small town in New Hampshire in an attempt to establish a largely unregulated society.
Read MoreMusic is often described as the universal language, which speaks when words are insufficient. Music can span centuries, as Lizzo recently demonstrated.
Read MoreRumors of lost treasure just waiting to be found have interested human beings for centuries. Even the already wealthy can become intrigued by the possibilities.
Read MoreThe 2021 C-SPAN survey ranked all former presidents in several areas. Here are the six best and six worst presidents of the United States, according to C-SPAN.
Read MoreRichard Nixon is best known for his role in the Watergate scandal, for which he was forced to resign, but this is his lesser-known tragic childhood.
Read MoreRichard Nixon was one of the most controversial presidents in United States history. These are some questionable things about Richard Nixon's presidency.
Read MoreWorld leaders can have a unique bond with one another, as individuals whose daily challenges cannot be imagined by the ordinary citizens they govern.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II died September 8, 2022 after 70 years on the throne. During her time she met 13 presidents, but only one after he had left the White House.
Read MoreWhen Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96, it set into motion Operation London Bridge — a series of protocols to be followed in the event of her death.
Read MoreDonald Trump's unexpected trip to Washington DC has political watchers talking. Many are wondering why he flew in unannounced.
Read MoreHeads of state often interact with one another, often in person, both formally and informally. For Queen Elizabeth, one American president was the exception.
Read MoreFor as impactful a leader as Dwight D. Eisenhower was, there were certainly controversial aspects to his presidency.
Read MoreKarl Marx's views and philosophies have had a profound impact on society, whether people agree with them or not. Here's why he had issues with religion.
Read MoreRather than saying "rest in peace," though, there are a variety of more traditionally Jewish phrases to say when speaking of the dead.
Read MoreGrief is a universal experience but how it's processed is not. Here is the real reason that Jewish people tear their clothes after the death of a loved one.
Read MoreA teenage soldier in World War I named Leonard Knight was saved from a German bullet by a small pocket Bible, which stopped the bullet in its tracks.
Read MoreHow Europe's longest-reigning monarch, the queen of Denmark stunned her royal family with an anouncement some of them weren't happy about.
Read MoreDinosaurs continue to fascinate, even after their extinction. In fact, a North Dakota excavation had one paleontologist rethinking the dinosaurs' extinction.
Read MoreBritain's longest-reigning royal, Queen Elizabeth II, might not have been ruling over the kingdom for quite as long as the public originally suspected.
Read MoreDespite Queen Elizabeth's eventful reign, final year was mostly defined by private moments. This is what the last 12 months of Queen Elizabeth's life were like.
Read MoreWhat do bribes, Nazi costumes, and tampon fantasies have in common? The British royal family, that's what!
Read MoreOn September 26, 2022, a short, simple death notice was posted on the obituary page of the British national newspaper The Times for Lady Mary Russell.
Read MoreThe deep roots and interconnectedness of British high society is rarely more evident than at times of transitions of power within the monarchy itself.
Read MoreSix maids of honour assisted Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation ceremony.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II has often been portrayed on the big and small screen, with both good and bad performances.
Read MoreAlmost 300 people rejected royal honors during Queen Elizabeth II's reign. Here is a cross-section of famous people who declined honors from Queen Elizabeth II.
Read MoreThe opulence found in the tombs of Ancient Egypt's pharaohs is the stuff of legend -- precious jewels, luxurious foods, and sarcophagi made of gold.
Read MoreSloths aren't exactly known for their underwater prowess, but they can actually hold their breath for a shocking and impressive amount of time.
Read MoreThe saga of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer ended with his own murder in prison. Had he not been caught, the tale would have been more grotesque.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II was laid to rest on September 19, 2022, but the queen still has something to say, only we won't know what it is until some 60 years from now.
Read MoreWhen someone becomes successful enough in the world of Hollywood, they can often make significant, even silly, demands regarding projects they're doing.
Read MoreQueen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" and The Beatles' "Hey Jude" share an unlikely and crazy connection. Both songs were recorded in the same studio.
Read MoreElizabeth II has been queen for the duration of most living memories, and that's an impressive legacy. She's also an integral part of a shockingly huge family.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II was celebrated for her dedication to duty, her sense of family, and her love of cars. She was also fond of her dogs and ponies.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth's wishes were that all ladies wore a hat to her funeral. That's why the queen's death caused an unusual hat issue.
Read MoreThe internet has been abuzz of late with stories and footage of royal guards around the world passing out while on duty. In England, it wasn't just the guards.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's love for animals was no secret, and her favorite horse — which she rode well into her nineties — played a special role at her funeral.
Read MorePrince George broke with royal tradition as he walked with members of the royal family behind the queen's coffin on September 19. Here's how.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth's funeral was huge. While final numbers are still to come, it was a singular event, the first state funeral since Winston Churchill's in 1965.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's love for horses is well-known, but fewer may know of the queen's cherished, obsidian mare, who was born in Canada and was named Burmese.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II, then a princess, spent most of her time in Windsor Castle with her sister, Princess Margaret, during World War II.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II shared a special, decades-long friendship with an American horse trainer, whom she sought out for his kindness to and respect for animals.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II experienced many milestones at Westminster Abbey in London, so it makes sense that she would have a window dedicated to her.
Read MoreThere's an online petition gaining traction after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Learn all about what thousands of people are wanting.
Read MoreDuring her reign, Queen Elizabeth was often flanked by her innumerable corgis. Since her death, many have wondered what'll happen to them after her death.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's first and last visits to the British Museum stand in stark contrast to one another, like symbolic bookends to an accomplished life.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's funeral was held on Sept. 19, 2022, and somehow, a dropped piece of paper managed to go viral. Learn all about #Papergate.
Read MoreAs the UK and the world mourn Queen Elizabeth II, many who worked for the queen are fondly remembering her appreciation of everyone who worked for her.
Read MoreDespite being queen for seven decades, Queen Elizabeth had her under-the-radar hobbies — including a penpal relationship with American Adele Hankey.
Read MoreAfter Queen Elizabeth II's death, flags all over the UK were flown at half-staff. For 25 hours though, some flags were flown at full-staff to herald a new era.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth's funeral in September 2022 was as lengthy and elaborate as anyone might have expected for the end of the longest reign in history.
Read MoreThe guest list at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral included a variety of people that you might expect to see, including the royal family and world dignitaries.
Read MoreAngela Kelly was Queen Elizabeth II's personal assistant and dresser for decades. In addition to their working relationship, Kelly became a friend to the queen.
Read MoreThe bagpipes played for Queen Elizabeth II at her funeral are the perfect way to say goodbye, especially given how much they were a major part of her every day.
Read MoreWhile the world tuned in to watch Queen Elizabeth's funeral, many noticed that participants in the funeral procession had to deal with an unpleasant issue.
Read MoreAs Queen Elizabeth's coffin was transported through London, two men caught the eye of viewers — Matthew Magee and Paul Whybrew. Who are they?
Read MoreBefore it rang for Queen Elizabeth II, the Sebastopol Bell was last used for her mother, the Queen Mother, who died in 2002. Here's its royal history.
Read MoreA tradition that started at Princess Diana's funeral continued at Queen Elizabeth II's in September 2022. Can you guess what it is? Let's take a look.
Read MoreThis traditional service was seen by the public for the first time ever at the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, thanks to the wonders of live TV broadcasting.
Read MoreDuring the last part of Queen Elizabeth's funeral procession, a staggering number of people lined in front of Windsor Castle to see the queen one last time.
Read MoreThere were many reasons to shed a tear during the state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II on Monday, September 19, 2022. Here's one that impacted many.
Read MoreOn the day of the queen's funeral proper, about one-quarter of the entire London police force was pressed into duty. So what was the exact number?
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's funeral on Sept. 19, 2022, was filled with tradition and ceremony. Here is more about the two new musical compositions for her funeral.
Read MoreWestminster Abbey has historically served as a burial site for monarchs of the UK, but that has changed in recent years. These are the royals buried there.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's funeral was a once-in-a-lifetime gathering of many of the world's most prominent political leaders, including the first lady of Ukraine.
Read MoreJust how many members of the British military were deployed to the queen's funeral? The final tally is probably a lot higher than you realize.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's family stood steadfast by her side throughout the funeral. Some keen mourners of the queen saw a macabre point during the ceremony.
Read MoreWith so many people involved in Queen Elizabeth II's funeral procession, The four men in the eagle feather hats held a special significance.
Read MoreAs world leaders gathered at Westminster Abbey for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral on September 19, the Dutch royal family had one of the best views.
Read MoreOn the day of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral, a handwritten note was laid on her coffin by her son, King Charles III. He signed it with the letter "R."
Read MoreDuring the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, security formed a ring of protection around London to guarantee the safety of the high-profile mourners.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's funeral on Sept. 19, 2022 marked the true end of an era. However, with all of the ceremony surrounding it, how much did the funeral cost?
Read MoreKing Felipe of Spain penned a heartful letter to his distant relative, whom he called Aunt Lilibet, that is sure to make some eyes water.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth's funeral had people making jokes about Les Dawson. While this might sound like a strange combination, there's a good reason for it.
Read MoreAs much planning as went into Queen Elizabeth's funeral, an unexpected eight-legged guest stole the show during the queen's procession.
Read MoreNow that King Charles has control of the British residences, speculation is running rampant about where he will decide to live and who will get what.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's funeral on Sept. 19, 2022 was filled with significance, including the music that was performed. Here is more about her funeral music.
Read MoreSome viewers of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral thought they'd get a repeat performance from Elton John, who sang at Princess Diana's funeral in 1997.
Read MoreWith Queen Elizabeth II's death marking the end of the longest reign of any British monarch, experts are speculating about where a monument of her may be built.
Read MoreWestminster Abbey sub-organist Peter Holder had the privilege of playing at Queen Elizabeth's state funeral. Here's everything we know about him.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's love of horses is quite well documented. Here is the touching way in which her horses were able to pay tribute to her during her funeral.
Read MoreViewers of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral found one particular "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" joke to be especially relevant during her service.
Read MoreDuring her 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II appointed and worked with an impressive number of prime ministers.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's funeral procession was led by four officers of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Here is everything we know about this group of Mounties.
Read MoreThis is the touching meaning behind a hymn played at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral, which was also played at her and Prince Philips' wedding.
Read MoreWhere attendees sat at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral was a topic many were curious about, and the task to find a place for each of 2,000 guests was considerable.
Read MoreThe archbishop of Canterbury delivered the sermon and commendation at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral and in it, he managed to weave in a certain carol and song.
Read MoreThe death of Queen Elizabeth II results in a long period of official mourning, personal and global, including traditions, procedures, pageantry, and even music.
Read MoreOn the day of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral, something unexpected happened that caused many mourners to be delayed on their way to the event.
Read MoreFormer rugby star Mike Tindall had the internet wondering about the medals he wore to Queen Elizabeth's vigil and funeral. Here's why he wore the adornments.
Read MoreAs Queen Elizabeth II's casket was viewed by millions, many likely didn't know the secret meaning of the flowers on the queen's coffin.
Read MoreThe individuals seen carrying Queen Elizabeth II's coffin during her state funeral are part of a royal unit that dates back over 365 years to the 17th century.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth's death has people reflecting on her life, yet some are reexamining a darker part of her legacy.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's death drew more than 1 million mourners as she was lying in state. Here's what we know about the last group who viewed her coffin.
Read MoreThe song played for Queen Elizabeth II at her funeral is a song about a "long sleep" and was the final sound heard by the queen as she was laid to final rest.
Read MoreMany know about the Royal Protection Squad, but there's another group that protects the monarch. Here's what we know about the Royal Company of Archers.
Read MoreAfter the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Sept. 8, 2022, the nation prepared for her funeral on Sept. 19 — which was a huge challenge for the London police.
Read MoreDetails on the lady-in-waiting who was by Queen Elizabeth II's side until the very end, even leading her household into the queen's funeral.
Read MoreWhen Queen Elizabeth II died, Pope Francis paid tribute, saying, "I willingly join all who mourn her loss in praying for the late Queen's eternal rest."
Read MoreFrom all accounts, Queen Elizabeth II and Camilla Parker Bowles' relationship had been transformed over the years, and Camilla offered more insight recently.
Read MoreIt seems some who waited in a queue to file past Queen Elizabeth II in Westminster Hall were all quick to part with a memento unique to those who had waited.
Read MoreCurrency featuring Queen Elizabeth II won't be going away anytime soon.
Read MoreThe death of Queen Elizabeth II has brought her extended family into the public's eye, especially her four children, including her only daughter, Princess Anne.
Read MorePart of the fun (and, yes, part of the frustration) of studying history is that new evidence continuously comes to light, giving fresh insights into the past.
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Read MoreThere are many practices around the world that can draw the curiosity of many, including firewalking. Here are the unexpected origins of this practice.
Read MoreDavid Beckham waited with thousands to pay his respects to Queen Elizabeth II. Some 20 years earlier, Beckham also stood before the queen for a royal honor.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth was head of state for many countries in the Commonwealth. Some of these countries, including New Zealand, are discussing parting with the crown.
Read MoreWhat do chess tournaments and sex toys have to do with each other? They're involved in a scandal surrounding a surprising win against a chess champion.
Read MoreSince the death of Queen Elizabeth II, a series of events, public and private, have been set in motion to honor her. Chief among them will be her funeral.
Read MoreAs King Charles III and Camilla prepare to move into Buckingham Palace following Queen Elizabeth's death, here's a look at the dogs that will accompany them.
Read MoreThe funeral ceremonies for Queen Elizabeth II have given rise to a remarkable level of attention to detail by members of her extended royal family.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth's subjects lined up by the thousands upon thousands for a chance to process by her coffin, lying in state. Celebrities also took their turn.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's image was emblazoned upon many objects, including money. Here is how the cash she carried in her pocketbook got the royal treatment.
Read MoreWhen chef Darren McGrady began working at Buckingham Palace, he said that to the queen had a task for him that he did not quite expect. Here's what it was.
Read MoreThough funeral practices have shifted in recent years, with cremation becoming a favorite, others, like the royal family, opt for more traditional choices.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's annual Christmas broadcasts were a staple of the holiday season. However, there is one particular broadcast that she missed. Here's why.
Read MoreFollowing Queen Elizabeth II's death, a lot of royal traditions are being upheld. However, the Palace has made a huge change to her funeral for Prince Harry.
Read MoreIn 2013, anticipating the birth of Prince William's first child, the late Queen Elizabeth II passed a new law removing male royal primogeniture.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II had a number of hobbies including her interests in horses and dogs. However, there is one particular hobby of the queen's you may not know.
Read MoreThe controversial history of the Cullinan diamond used in the queen's coffin crown and funeral involves the legacy of British Imperialism.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II is remembered as a monarch with a remarkable sense of duty and responsibility, as well as a love of horses and dogs, especially corgis.
Read MoreFollowing the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the pomp and circumstance of royal funerary practices are in full view. Here is why royals never have an open casket.
Read MoreSince Wednesday when Westminster Hall was opened so the public could pay their respect to the queen, the queue has only continued to grow and grow — by miles.
Read MoreBeing a member of the military and serving in highly public, stylized, scrutinized roles has its own challenges. Add to that the possibility of passing out.
Read MoreEngland broke with the Catholic church centuries ago, but one British King was named a saint. Here is the only English king to be canonized.
Read MoreThe British royal family owns vast wealth and jewels, so why is there a ping pong ball in King Charles' old crown?
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's casket is lying in state at Westminster Hall. There is significance to the prayer the queen received upon arriving there.
Read MoreBritish rocker Rod Stewart's wife will play an unexpected role at Queen Elizabeth's funeral on September 19.
Read MoreCenturies of tradition have come into play with the death of Queen Elizabeth II, with special ceremonies, processes, and procedures falling into place.
Read MorePrincess Anne spent time with her mother before she died.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning monarch in British history and has four children. However, you don't hear much about her youngest son.
Read MoreIt turns out someone on Twitter predicted Queen Elizabeth II's death on September 8, 2022, and what's more, the person made another royal prediction as well.
Read MoreThe New Elizabethan Age came to an end when Queen Elizabeth II died.
Read MoreAs the longest reigning monarch in the history of the U.K., Queen Elizabeth's death was felt around the world. Fittingly, her funeral is a colossal event.
Read MoreDuring the funeral procession of Queen Elizabeth II, a man was arrested for holding eggs. Here's why holding eggs during the procession got him arrested.
Read MoreNo question but that individuals around the world are mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II. A fortunate few have been able to express their grief in person.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's coffin was moved from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall at exactly 2:22 pm. These are the theories attempting to explain why.
Read MoreOne important piece of mourning attire for royal ladies is black veils worn over the face. Here's the real reason members of the royal family wear them.
Read MoreTucked under the orb and cross at the top of the queen's coffin crown hang four large pearls known as Queen Elizabeth's Earrings. Here's their history.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II was carried to Westminster Hall via a gun carriage procession. This is the fascinating history and symbolism behind the gun carriage.
Read MoreWhy was Queen Elizabeth II's funeral compared to the Olympics? Although the two don't seem to have much in common, there's a very good reason.
Read MoreRoyal bloodlines aside, when you get right down to it, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip were literally an old married couple -- for more than 70 years.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth's coffin's flight from Scotland to London was watched with tremendous interest for every moment of its journey. In fact, it broke a record.
Read MoreWith the complexities and intermingling that is modern travel, it's no surprise that the funeral of Queen Elizabeth will have an impact on U.K. travel.
Read MoreIn photo after photo of Queen Elizabeth's coffin, there is a flag draped over it depicting various symbols. Here's what the flag really means.
Read MoreDuring special ceremonies and events, working members of the royal family are either entitled to or must wear their military uniforms. But two will not.
Read MoreThe ability and desire to keep statistics -- most of this, least of that, greatest of those, largest of these -- is shared by just about every society.
Read MoreThe funeral procession of Queen Elizabeth II includes many recognizable faces, but it's being led by a true professional: a horse named Lord Firebrand.
Read MoreThe funeral of Queen Elizabeth II is making London cleaner than it's been in decades. Here's why the queen's death is making London cleaner.
Read MoreThe queen's funeral procession required more planning than you may have realized, including navigating multiple closures and heightened public transit.
Read MoreSteve McQueen, "The King of Cool," died over 40 years ago, and the story surrounding his death is rather tragic. Here's how the actor died and what caused it.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's death has set in motion years of planning, including her coffin's placement in the Bow Room in Buckingham Palace. Here's what that room is.
Read MoreEven though the royal family consists of flesh and blood human beings, there is still a sense of mystery about so man aspects of their very special lives.
Read MoreThere are nuances about the royal family that are on display as a result of Queen Elizabeth II's death. Here is why they took several cars to her procession.
Read MoreAt Queen Elizabeth II's funeral on September 19, there will be representatives from all over the world in attendance. These three countries, however, will not.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, the Port of Liverpool will take a moment to honor Queen Elizabeth II as well. The tribute will take place just before 2 p.m. local time.
Read MoreIn the wake of Queen Elizabeth II's death, the world can't help but wonder where she came from and what her life was like before she rose to power.
Read MoreWith the death of Queen Elizabeth II, at the age of 96 at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, her eldest son Charles became King Charles III of Great Britain.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II was renowned for numerous aspects of her life: her love of animals, especially horses and dogs, but also her love of automobiles.
Read MoreWith the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Buckingham Palace has a very green approach to the queen's memorial flowers.
Read MoreBritain's national anthem, "My Country 'Tis of Thee," has exactly the same melody as the United States', "My Country 'Tis of Thee." Why is that?
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II once left a Paul McCartney concert early so she could watch the TV show "Twin Peaks." Here's the story behind the hilarious moment.
Read MoreThe plane that is carrying the queen's coffin to London has an intense history as it's been used to aid during major conflicts around the world.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's funeral will be held on September 19 at Westminster Abbey, and on September 13, the queen's body made the long journey home to London.
Read MoreHere's how one of London's most famous landmarks, Big Ben, will play an important role during Queen Elizabeth II's funeral on September 19, 2022.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II had a wide range of official and unofficial duties as monarch of the United Kingdom. Her private staff helped make all that possible.
Read MoreThe United Kingdom is made up of four combined nations. These are the countries that are part of Great Britain.
Read MoreOf all the tombs in all the legends across all the lands, the tomb of young King Tut is perhaps the most alluring of all. Here's a disturbing story about it.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's death has sent the world into a state of mourning. Here are the objects that will be placed on her coffin leading up to her funeral.
Read MoreObservers Monday may have wondered about the crown that was placed atop Queen Elizabeth's coffin in Edinburgh. It's the Crown of Scotland, made in 1540.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II's coffin was made more than three decades before her death.
Read MoreHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who died on September 8, 2022, will be laid to rest on September 19, and guests will have to follow strict rules.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II lived for 96 years before her death in 2022. This is the only place outside of Britain that she ever called home.
Read MoreAs the world transitions from the death of Queen Elizabeth II and into the reign of King Charles III, tributes and memories are pouring in from far and wide.
Read MoreFollowing the death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022, people in the U.K. and around the world have responded in a host of different ways.
Read MoreKing Charles III is even more the subject of intense, global public scrutiny now that he has taken the throne, and that includes observations about his health.
Read MoreCharles I began bucking tradition from the very start of his reign, well before his infamous execution. This is the curious coronation of Charles I explained.
Read MoreThe crowd at UFC 279 jeered and booed during a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
Read MoreScotland is currently a part of the United Kingdom, but In the wake of Queen Elizabeth II's death, popular support for an independent Scotland is growing.
Read MoreThe Cure frontman Robert Smith once made a prediction about when Queen Elizabeth II would die, and it has turned out to be disturbingly accurate.
Read MoreAt one point during the filming process of The African Queen, Hepburn and a good part of the film crew endured some pretty harrowing physical ramifications.
Read MoreFor decades, the rulers of the United Kingdom have been crowned in Westminster Abbey. Only two weren't crowned the historic London church and here is why.
Read MoreBesides their human subjects, the United Kingdom's monarch also has a connection to the royal honeybees, to whom are extended certain courtesies.
Read MoreCharles III met with the so-called Privy and Accession Councils, after which time the Garter King of Arms was called into duty. What is he Garter King of Arms?
Read MoreOn September 10, a wholly anachronistic tradition was on full display across the realm following the proclamation of Charles III as king.
Read MoreSymbolism is important to a nation, and the traditional symbols of office are especially noteworthy, especially for the United Kingdom's royal family.
Read MoreCharles III became king upon the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The public proclamation of that news was a unique event in world history.
Read MoreAs the UK's longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II lived until age 96, and she reportedly — surprisingly — did so in spite of a certain nightly routine.
Read MoreTributes have streamed in from all corners of the globe in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II's death at the age of 96, including one from Johhny Rotten.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II was a stalwart of British culture but she also broke norms. On her trip to the antipodes, she changed the way the royals did things forever.
Read MoreFunerals for the British royal family are formal ceremonies, and like other official occasions, they are steeped in tradition and follow strict rules.
Read MoreBuckingham Palace has been home to many members of English royalty since it was opened in 1837. Here's how it officially signaled the queen's death.
Read MoreThe leader of a nation often holds a special place in the hearts of the citizens. When death comes, many want to express their sorrow over the country's loss.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II died on September 8, 2022. Her coffin is in the ballroom at Balmoral for a significant reason. Let's take a look at what it is.
Read MoreHer Majesty's willingness to engineer a laugh at her own expense was driven home in 2012, when London hosted that year's Summer Olympics. Let's take a look.
Read MoreThe 2022 death of Queen Elizabeth II sent shock waves across the Realm. Reggie Jackson's response to the queen's death lifts spirits in the most unlikely way.
Read MoreIn his first address since the death of Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96, King Charles III did not follow the queen's footsteps when giving out titles.
Read MoreWhen Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8, 2022, the world reacted, and heads of state oceans away sent their regards. Here's how Irish Twitter responded.
Read MoreFrom her war effort to her embracing of modernization, here are Queen Elizabeth II's most notable accomplishments
Read MoreThe British Monarchy has a tradition of pomp and circumstance like none other, including the gun ceremony that marked Queen Elizabeth II's death.
Read MoreSeveral sporting events across the U.K. have been canceled due to the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Some soccer fans had an unexpected reaction to the news.
Read MoreOn September 8, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96. Her dedication to duty was rarely more evident than during her last few days.
Read MoreSinger Rod Stewart marked the death of Queen Elizabeth on Thursday, sending his condolences, as well as sharing why her passing was doubly devastating for him.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II was known for her love of animals, most notably her royal dogs and her favorite breed, the corgi. Here's more on her other beloved pets.
Read MoreThe British national anthem, known as "God Save the Queen" for Queen Elizabeth II during her 70-year reign, has undergone a quick update following her death.
Read MoreFormula One racing and Queen Elizabeth II go way back, all the way back to 1950 when her family attended the first F1 race held at Silverstone, England.
Read MorePrince Harry and Meghan Markle's children, Archie and Lilibet, are now the grandchildren of a monarch, which makes a major difference in their entitled titles.
Read MoreThe British royal family has a number of different traditions. Here is why the family may wear dark colors until the funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Read MoreOne of the more articulate actions on the day of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral may be one involving the crown jewels, which are cleaned that morning.
Read MoreIf there was ever one thing about Queen Elizabeth II that made people smile, it was her flock of squat corgi dogs that encircled her on a regular basis.
Read MoreThe death of Queen Elizabeth II has shocked and saddened the world, and it turns out that even rock stars aren't immune to grief.
Read MoreFollowing the death of Queen Elizabeth II, many wondered if her son, King Charles III, would keep his name because of the interesting history of Charles I & II.
Read MoreA somewhat unexpected tribute will be paid to Queen Elizabeth at a major American sporting event scheduled to take place the same day as her death.
Read MoreOn September 8, 2022, British Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in world history, died peacefully at the age of 96 at Balmoral Castle.
Read MoreThe bells will toll tomorrow at a holy place, recognizing the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who had special, long-term ties to the structure.
Read MoreThe queen spent her years cultivating connections with world leaders and influential figures, creating lasting relationships and setting a global example.
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II sat on the throne from 1952 to 2022. Let's take a look at some of the worst burdens she had to shoulder over the years.
Read MoreThe United Kingdom and much of the rest of the world began to mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Her son, King Charles III, released his own statement.
Read MoreThe death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8 wasn't unexpected, but it will cause significant changes in Britain's culture and politics nonetheless.
Read MoreAs Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom continues to age in place, plans have been set in motion regarding life in the realm after her death.
Read MoreKing George VI ascended to the throne in 1936, when his oldest daughter Elizabeth was still a kid. When was the last time Queen Elizabeth saw her father?
Read MoreThe world was stunned and saddened when it heard that Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8, 2022. What was she worth when she died?
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II has been reported to be in ill health, and family members are rushing to her side. This popular tourist attraction was canceled as a reuslt.
Read MoreGreat Britain's longest-serving monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, has died.
Read MoreThe most complicated out of all the possible scenarios for the queen's death is if she were to die in Scotland at Balmoral Castle.
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Read MoreBill Gates and Paul Allen, co-founders of Microsoft, once had a rift that caused them to stop speaking for a year. Here's what happened.
Read MoreArgentina's Ballvé Case was a scandal that rocked the country in the 1940s, highlighting political corruption and discrimination of the LGBTQ community.
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Read MoreThe Watergate scandal completely took down the Richard Nixon administration. Here are some secrets about the Watergate scandal you might not know.
Read MoreMost know the dark history of the British East India Company and its ties to European imperialism. But the tea industry also still has shady secrets today.
Read MoreGuns front man Axl Rose and Nirvana guitarist and singer Kurt Cobain openly couldn't stand each other, and neither were shy about the fact.
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Read MoreTerrifying poisons and the horrible ways they kill.
Read MoreHumans have been fascinated by objects in the night sky since ancient times. What happens when a planet is in position of opposition? Read on to find out.
Read MoreBill Gates and Paul Allen famously created Microsoft. Here's how the two tech pioneers were able to work in a university lab as high schoolers.
Read MoreIn a stunning paper from Nature Neuroscience, a new set of researchers confirms what many scientists have feared for years. Let's take a look.
Read MoreSome make light of how certain areas seem to be especially prone to dramatic weather events. In Tampa's case, geography plays a huge part in its storm risk.
Read MoreCleanliness is next to godliness, or so the saying goes. It's usually pronounced regarding humans and soap, but wild creatures also clean themselves.
Read MoreResearchers are uncovering another very unusual way mountains can form, and this strange, liquid process appears to be responsible for the Andes.
Read MoreNASA just sent a "box-shaped" spacecraft right into an itty-bitty, 160-meter-long (about 530 feet) asteroid moonlet named Dimorphos. Here's what happened.
Read MoreMarie Curie's accomplishments live on in the science world, but the same danger that led to her death still haunts her work and will for 1,500 years.
Read MoreEvolution may have given Homo sapiens two eyes, but over the millennia, philosophers, mystics and clerics have longed for the development of a third.
Read MoreThe massive, majestic Mississippi River has been inspiring artists and businesses for generations. Certainly it's big and it's wide, but how fast is it?
Read MoreLand-based prehistoric life seems to get the really big-budget movie treatment, but megalodon has attracted some scientific attention of its own lately.
Read MoreTurtles and tortoises are very similar animals often considered to be interchangeable. Here's the real difference between turtles and tortoises.
Read MoreFast radio bursts, observed by a telescope in China over the course of a couple of months in 2021, may disprove what little we know about the space phenomenon.
Read MoreIt's a frequent storytelling device -- someone on the verge of death re-experiences important moments in their life, "flashing" before their eyes. Really?
Read MoreDepending on your source, it sometimes feels like most of the natural world is conspiring to kill you, with toxicity around every corner. Is there a difference?
Read MoreStart digging in the yard -- maybe a new garden, or beginning a building project -- there's no telling what you might find. Or what size it might be.
Read MoreNASA's James Webb Space Telescope has captured near-infrared images of Neptune, which provide a new view of the eighth planet from the sun. Check it out.
Read MoreScientists' estimation of the size of the ant population shouldn't actually be a surprise at all, because it's clear they are pretty ubiquitous worldwide.
Read MoreThere are good ideas and then there are not-so-good ideas. Asking the question "How can I make this better?" is good, unless it just isn't.
Read MoreHere are a few places that could become too hot for humans to inhabit if nothing is done to reverse the trend of climate change. Some are closer than you think.
Read MoreThere are a whole slew of scientists and inventors who were absolutely right in what they did but were ridiculed for doing it.
Read MoreA bubble needs only to make contact with a surface before it vanishes, leaving only a soapy little smear behind. So why exactly do they pop?
Read MoreWhile fish can famously breathe underwater, humans definitely cannot. Here's why humans unfortunately don't have the ability to breathe underwater.
Read MoreDramatic changes in landscape brought on by lowering water levels have also led to a number of notable discoveries.
Read MoreIf researchers are right, we'll see a supernova from the past in the 2030s, which could potentially lead to a better understanding of the age of the universe
Read MoreVideo games might not sound like the best use of time for a doctor, but it turns out they can actually improve a surgeon's abilities. Here's how.
Read MoreFrom Aristotle and Zeno to Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking, great minds have spent their lives researching and proving seemingly self-contradictory ideas.
Read MoreMercury is less than hospitable in terms of supporting human life. The planet, not unlike Earth's moon in many respects, has no moons of its own. Why?
Read MoreWe've always been told that fire and ice can never go together. But can they actually? Here's how you can start a fire by using a chunk of ice.
Read MoreAs a result of climate change, archeologists are making all new discoveries. Here is what 500-year-old creature that was recently found in a melting iceberg.
Read MoreWhat would happen if Jupiter and Earth did share more in common? What if Earth were suddenly 11 times larger, matching Jupiter's unfathomable size?
Read MoreBefore we can go back to the moon, we have to test the systems that will get us there, which started at the end of August 2022 with the launch of Artemis I.
Read MoreSplitting the atom has turned out to be a mixed blessing at best. This was certainly demonstrated by the ramifications of French nuclear testing in Algeria.
Read MoreOrgan donations have become a common way of disposing of at least parts of the deceased. But what about artificial parts -- like gold teeth?
Read MoreThere is a lot we still don't understand about outer space, and the latest is a mysterious celestial object that scientists can't agree on.
Read Moreit turns out that spiders, the often misunderstood arachnids, may have a more positive association with human sleep than we thought. Here's what we know.
Read MoreThe brightest star in the Scorpius constellation is Antares, a red supergiant, and as this star finishes its lifespan, it'll transform Scorpius along with it.
Read MoreApproximately 71% of the Earth's surface is covered by water. Here, we take a look at 13 of the largest bodies of rank — ranked from smallest to largest.
Read MoreFellow inmate Christopher Scarver killed Jeffrey Dahmer behind bars, and also revealed to authorities the chilling details of Dahmer's murder.
Read MoreBetween 1978 and 1991, Jeffrey Dahmer savagely murdered and mutilated 17 males in a flurry of insatiable, ruthless bloodshed. But why did he do it?
Read MoreSerial killings make up a small percentage of the murders that happen in the U.S., but they happen every decade.
Read MoreSerial killers will often establish a pattern, a method used over and over again in order to repeatedly commit their crimes -- like Paul Runge.
Read MoreAstronauts aren't typically known for their practical jokes, but one astronaut once pranked everyone aboard a space shuttle with a fake cockroach.
Read MoreNASA's new Artemis mission could be the first opportunity for humans to step foot on the Moon since 1969. Are we entering the next " giant leap for mankind"?
Read MoreNASA is working on a historic test to protect the Earth from asteroids -- that is if one is ever a threat to life on Earth. Here's a look inside.
Read MoreIn 2016, a trailblazing NASA astronaut officially changed the DNA game with one incredible experiment. Let's take a look at this research and its implications.
Read MoreWe've all seen people get thrown out of sports stadiums, whether in person or on TV, but here's what actually happens when you're banned from a sports stadium.
Read MoreIt's a tremendous honor bestowed on outstanding members of a professional sports team: retiring an individual's number. When did the tradition start?
Read MoreIt can be hard enough, coordinating several calendars for several events involving numerous people. It's worse when different calendars entirely are involved.
Read MoreSerena Williams is undeniably one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Here's a look at some of the greatest moments in her epic career.
Read MoreA sports game is a place where many a fan goes for fun. But tensions between opposing fans can boil over. These are the wildest fan brawls in sports history.
Read MoreFootball on the college level has its fair share of fans, alumni and not, who turn out for every school matchup. But it takes time to build an audience.
Read MoreShaquille O'Neal recently admitted this legendary NBA player was the worst teammate he had in his 19-year career.
Read MoreO.J. Simpson's legal troubles are not the only controversy he has faced — he also had a contentious relationship with his father. Take a look.
Read MorePete Maravich. Magic Johnson. E.J. Ok. While the first two names are instantly recognizable as basketball legends, few will recognize the third.
Read MorePittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins was hit and killed by a dump truck on April 9, 2022 while in Florida for training during the offseason.
Read MoreJoe Namath is a star most football fans know as "Broadway Joe," but the story behind this nickname is perhaps less known. Rest assured, someone gave it to him.
Read MoreAs it turns out, there are different versions of the story that sparked that infamous brawl between Larry Bird and Julius Erving. Here they are.
Read MoreHere's a closer look at the NBA's tallest and shortest players and the unexpected bond they formed during their one season together as teammates.
Read MoreBabe Ruth and Lou Gehrig were two of the best baseball players of all time, but they were once allegedly struck out by an 18-year-old girl.
Read MoreFans often put in extra effort to snag a baseball - and that has resulted in some wild catches. These are the wildest fly balls ever caught by baseball fans.
Read MoreVenus and Serena Williams are known for their impact on the sport of tennis, but they actually leveraged that success into a stake in the Miami Dolphina.
Read MoreBoxing is a sport that has been practiced for centuries. But due to its violent nature, the World Medical Association has continually asked for it to be banned.
Read MoreWhen someone rises to the top of their profession -- from hard work, dedication, and most of all, unique talent -- the nation and its celebrities take notice.
Read MoreIn 1984, Muhammad Ali was admitted to the care of doctors at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, who informed him that his boxing career had taken its toll.
Read MoreIt's not clear who initiated contact, but Erving later revealed that he had been having an affair with Samantha Stevenson. That affair resulted in a child.
Read MoreWhat Michael Vick made headlines for in 2007 should not be forgotten, in large part because dogfighting is still, inexplicably, a thing. And what about Vick?
Read MorePool is one of those games that you only play when the opportunity strikes you. |t's also one of several games played on a table with balls and a cue.
Read MoreThe Wild West is full of lore, steeped in fact yet outlandishly overblown. Let's look at how folks in the Wild West cut loose and enjoyed their time.
Read MoreThe idea of childhood today is far different from what it was like during the time of the Old West, a time in which frontier families were often on the move.
Read MoreWhile Hollywood gets some of the American West correct, it also glamorizes it. Here's a bit of truth about what it was like to live and work in the Wild West.
Read MoreDanny Aiello is one of cinema's most underrated acting talents. Unfortunately, the "Do the Right Thing" actor's children both died tragically.
Read MoreTeenage dating relationships sometimes, though rarely, result in some form of happily ever after. Sadly, they can also end not only badly, but tragically.
Read MoreStunts performed for the camera are a dangerous undertaking, requiring athletic ability, precise calculations, and extraordinary focus in the moment.
Read MoreThe tragic 2015 death of Bobbi Kristina Brown was especially sad because she was only 22 when she died in a very similar manner to her mother, Whitney Houston.
Read MoreThe tragic 1921 death of Virginia Rappe ended with the downfall of one of the biggest actors of the time, even though he was acquitted of causing her death.
Read MoreSuccessful actors, involved with numerous projects, have to deal with thousands of words at various times. Some are remembered for their last words.
Read MoreAlthough the overall atmosphere of the Academy Awards tends toward celebratory each year, one presentation in 2000 was the result of a tragic death.
Read MoreNumerous movies and TV shows have presented various breeds of monkey as harmless, amusing -- even helpful plot devices. Reality is a little more brutal.
Read MorePaul Bern was a sought-after director and writer in the early days of cinema and was married to actress Jean Harlow. Here is more about his tragic 1932 death.
Read MoreBehind Doris Day's cookie-cutter image was a woman who was surely exhausted from decades of misfortunes. Let's look at the tragic details of Doris Day.
Read MoreMarilyn Monroe became -- and remains -- one of the most celebrated individuals to emerge from Hollywood. Her family, however, was mired in tragedy.
Read MoreRecently, the Elizabeth Tower in London (also known as "Big Ben") received a beautiful facelift. However, its unveiling came just prior to a tragic event.
Read MoreDanny Trejo knows exactly what it's like to be the gangsters he so often plays. These are tragic details about Danny Trejo.
Read MoreJenni Rivera is remembered for being the "Diva de La Banda'' and for singing about the struggles that women endure. Here's the story of her tragic death.
Read MoreAccruing a fan base like no other, Tupac Shakur made history in the music industry before he died in 1996. Here's a look at his life and legacy.
Read MoreCass Elliot's life was fraught with heartbreak, the trials of being a single mother, her weight, and even a brush with the notorious Manson Family.
Read MoreUnfortunately for the brand's founder, Jack Daniel was felled by his own strong work ethic -- and his impatience. And yes, a safe.
Read MoreGram Parsons was an influential musician who died far too young.
Read MoreOver the past few decades, DNA has been a major boon to law enforcement when it comes to solving crimes, including some that are decades old.
Read MoreThe so-called "Package Killer" preyed on sex workers in St. Louis. Here's how DNA helped solve the 1990 serial killer cold case.
Read MoreCriminal investigations often turn on the smallest bits of evidence. Sometimes that means never, ever giving up on solving what seems unsolvable.
Read MoreIn 1967 13-year-old Alvar Larsson went missing and later turned up dead, but his disappearance and death are still a mystery. Here's what we know.
Read MoreIn the midst of a community tragedy touching every part of a small town in Oklahoma, a mystery emerged regarding identity and perhaps survival against all odds.
Read MoreA tainted crime scene, a revelation by a convicted murderer, and several strange excavations have still not yielded results for the Springfield Three case.
Read MoreIn 1997 a 5-month-old baby was reported missing from her crib. Police have never solved the case of the mysterious disappearance of baby Sabrina Aisenberg.
Read MoreThe Dick Van Dyke Show was unlike anything viewers had ever seen before -- it was witty, intelligent, comedically sharp, and quite ahead of its time socially.
Read MoreIn 2000, out of Long Island, New York, came Wheatus with the anthemic song "Teenage Dirtbag." The story doesn't end there - here's the untold truth of Wheatus.
Read MoreCharles II was England's merry monarch, whose monarchy saw a restoration of the crown. But it almost didn't happen.
Read MoreAnne, Princess Royal, has carved out her own niche as a royal, a horsewoman, and a charity worker, and she's put plenty of effort into it.
Read MorePrince Edward hasn't reached the same level of fame or notoriety as his older siblings. Here's all you need to know about the Earl of Wessex.
Read MoreEven those who know the "Green Acres" theme song by heart and dream of having a pet pig named Arnold still might not know these facts about this TV sitcom.
Read MoreEven for a trio of young, 90's punk misfits, Krist Novoselic stood out as the oddball in Nirvana.
Read MoreA commonly told story claims International Women's Day began with labor protests in 1857. Here's the truth behind the origins of the holiday.
Read MoreRichard Williams has been a controversial figure in the tennis world. Father-coach of Venus and Serena Williams, he masterminded their success.
Read MoreRoyalty is associated with wealth. The royals of the United Kingdon are no exception. This is the untold truth of the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom.
Read MorePrincess Margaret's many admirable traits, along with some controversial decisions, make her one of the most intriguing royals of modern times.
Read MoreSeemingly overnight, Camilla Parker Bowles became Queen Camilla. And Britons and most members of the royal family have warmed up to her over the years.
Read MoreUntil Queen Elizabeth II's death in 2022, a full state funeral for a monarch hadn't been seen since the death of her father, King George VI, in 1952.
Read MoreBy the mid-1700s, one kingdom had achieved a near-monopoly on the most important hub of the slave trade. This is the untold truth of the Kingdom of Dahomey.
Read MoreThe band GWAR's music is often described as heavy metal, punk, or shock-rock -– but their live shows defy categorization.
Read MoreOne of the three biggest prophets in the Bible is Ezekiel. But who was Ezekiel, and what can we learn from his psychedelic visions?
Read MoreIn 2017, Big Ben went under its first full restoration. Here's a look at what lies behind the iconic clock tower and where it stands in London's history.
Read MoreBill Russell, whose No. 6 jersey will be retired across the NBA, was a champion, a gold medalist and a civil rights activist. Here's what more you should know.
Read MoreIn 1988, Salman Rushdie published a novel that caused global outrage among Muslims and put a price on his head. Here is the untold truth of the Satanic Verses.
Read MoreIt's said that some people will steal anything that isn't nailed down (and sometimes even then). And then there are the thieves who are -- collectors?
Read MoreThe tragically gross 1980 death of Mayor Monica Meyer in Maryland is one of those unimaginable, cringeworthy situations.
Read More'Weird Al' Yankovic redefined the parody/novelty song genre, creating decades of hit singles, albums, and videos. Unlikely, certainly, but weird?
Read MoreA man was beaten to death with a pumpernickel loaf in 1988.
Read MoreOf Abraham Lincoln's children, only one lived to a ripe old age. That lifetime, however, saw more than its share of presidential tragedy beyond his family.
Read MoreThe Prince Albert is a piercing in an intimate part of the male body, and its name is the subject of much debate. This is the legend behind the Prince Albert.
Read MoreThe author of the Bible's Book of Revelations had some horrific visions kicking around in their head. Here's some of the most terrifying things it contains.
Read MoreWeird Al Yankovic is an iconic figure known for his clever parody songs. But did he really know Madonna, as "Weird: The Al Yankovic Story" suggests?
Read MoreSince 1211, London has paid the British monarchy a yearly tax, a tax it seems glad to prepare and hand over. What the city pays and why are in a word singular.
Read MoreCreatures living in the depths of the ocean have some pretty strange abilities. This particular aquatic creature has a talent that's truly bizarre.
Read MoreWith tradition handed down over centuries, monarchal funerals are solemn and highly ceremonial affairs. Here's one interesting tradition in the U.K.
Read MoreThe first NFL playoff game smelled terrible, and not for reasons you might first expect. Here's why the very first NFL playoff game smelled so bad.
Read MoreOn the subject of bear attacks, the National Park Service offers some valuable advice, and one man managed to save himself in the most incredible way.
Read MoreRecords are made to be broken, though some are more obscure than others. Some records rely on ability, and some on characteristics, and some on geography.
Read MoreCartographers add phantom settlements to maps for protection.
Read MoreThere are those who would suggest that the real frontiers needing exploration are Earth's oceans, with hundreds of years of lost lives and shipping.
Read MoreMother nature seems more than happy to reclaim territory humans have built upon -- there is even a WWII ship turned into a floating forest in Sydney.
Read MoreDown through the ages, various individuals have laid claim to the gift of prophecy, an ability to predict future events. At the top of the list is Nostradamus.
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