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EDITORIAL

EDITORIAL

Frank Hayes, The Doomed Jockey

Frank Hayes was an Irish stableman and trainer—but on the fateful day of June 4, 1923, he was a jockey that met a tragic end.

January 12, 2024 Sarah Ng

EDITORIAL

Thomas Ince Met A Mysterious End

Thomas Ince made over 800 films—but to this day, his death remains one the great Old Hollywood mysteries.

December 1, 2023 Sarah Ng

EDITORIAL

Telling The Bees: The Original Buzz Feed

You let family members and friends know when a major life event happens, be it a marriage, birth, or death...but have you considered telling the bees?

November 21, 2023 Samantha Henman

EDITORIAL

The Day Anita Ekberg Snapped

If you want a true femme fatale, look no further than the infamous moment starlet Anita Ekberg had with the paparazzi.

November 3, 2023 Dancy Mason

Kaiser Wilhelm II was the last Emperor of Germany. His delicate ego, intense jealousies, and unpredictable temper led straight to the calamitous events of WWI and the fall of the House of Hohenzollern.

October 24, 2024 Brendan Da Costa

PEOPLE

Breakthrough Facts About Jim Croce, The Ill-Fated Folk Singer

Jim Croce was the American folk and rock singer and songwriter who could have had a long and storied career—but his greatness was cut short by one horrific tragedy.

October 24, 2024 Brendan Da Costa

PEOPLE

Tragic Facts About Patsy Cline, Music’s Fallen Star

From her abusive childhood to the accident that took her life, Patsy Cline never had it easy—but few know her even darker history.

October 24, 2024 Alicia B.

PEOPLE

Glamorous Facts About Eva Gabor, The First Modern Celebrity

Perfectly coiffed at all times and with a string of suitors, Eva Gabor was one of the first celebrities who was “famous for being famous.”

October 24, 2024 David O'Shea

PEOPLE

Things You Need To Stop Doing After 50

Age might just be a number and 50 may be the new 40—but there are still some things we all need to stop doing once we hit that half-century milestone.

October 24, 2024 Jesse Singer

Racecar driver Niki Lauda shown here in pits.

PEOPLE

Explosive Facts About Niki Lauda, The Godfather Of Formula One Racing

Some Formula One drivers simply can’t stay away from the track, even after absolutely horrific accidents. Niki Lauda was one.

October 22, 2024 J. Clarke

PLACES

Foods You Didn't Realize Were Invented In America

I'm sure we've all eaten a hamburger or a "lobstah" roll and wondered where the idea for such a delicious dish originated. No? Well, now you'll know. Read on to learn more about these iconic dishes that were invented in America.

October 23, 2024 Jack Hawkins

PLACES

Eye-Opening Facts About England, The World's Beloved Old Blighty

England Facts: Before public restrooms in London, men would walk the streets with long cloaks and chamber pots, offering privacy for people who had to go.

July 24, 2023 Miles Brucker

PLACES

Magical Facts About Disneyland And Walt Disney World

July 24, 2023 Eva Blanchefleur

PLACES

Interesting Facts About Athens, The Jewel Of Ancient Greece

July 24, 2023 Kyle Climans

PLACES

Hectic Facts About New York City, The City That Never Sleeps

New York City is one of the most iconic places on earth—but the city that never sleeps still has its fair share of chilling secrets.

July 24, 2023 Carl Wyndham

PLACES

Debauched Facts About Versailles, The Palace Of The Sun King

July 24, 2023 Christine Tran

THINGS

Do You Remember These Discontinued Fast Food Items?

The fast food items we're going to talk about here are ones that have come and gone—some we all miss, and some...we're glad they're gone. How many do you remember?

October 23, 2024 Jesse Singer

THINGS

The Weirdest Oreo Flavors Ever

These are some of the weirdest and most unique flavors Oreo has ever sent out into the market in North America and Internationally. Have you tried any of them?

October 23, 2024 Jesse Singer

THINGS

The Weirdest Mixed-Breed Dogs Ever

Have you ever walked past a mixed-breed dog and thought, "What is that?" We have too, that's why we've compiled this list of the weirdest mixed-breed dogs out there.

September 25, 2024 Jack Hawkins

THINGS

Popular Hairstyles Throughout The Decades

From Mary Pickford’s curls and Marilyn Monroe’s platinum blonde locks to Farrah Fawcett’s bouncy waves and Billie Eilish’s neon green hair, women have been emulating the best celebrity hairstyles for the last century.

September 24, 2024 Jacki Andre

THINGS

40 Times Olympians Lost Their Medals In Disgrace

Winning a medal at the Olympics is the pinnacle of sport, but what happened when these athletes had their medals stripped from them?

August 13, 2024 Jack Hawkins

THINGS

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Allegedly, Will Hay's scandalous private life prevented him from being honored with a knighthood.

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Speaking about her role in "Lolita," Sue Lyon later shared, "My destruction as a person dates from that movie..."

Read More: Unsettling Facts About Sue Lyon, Kubrick’s Doomed Lolita

Jane Greer road to fame started with a photoshoot for the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps, landing her on the cover of Life magazine.

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In 1970, Alan Wilson accidentally overdosed. His body was found, tucked in a sleeping bag, deep in a forest.

Read More: Eye-Opening Facts About Alan Wilson, A Misunderstood Musical Genius

Jeanne Crain had seven children—but tragically, she outlived two of her sons, who both passed in the 1990s.

Read More: Unglamorous Facts About Jeanne Crain, Hollywood’s Most Unfortunate It Girl

Beach Boy Dennis Wilson married the illegitimate daughter of his bandmate and cousin, Mike Love.

Read More: Devastating Facts About Dennis Wilson, The Beach Boy With A Dark Side

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King Charles III is a direct descendant of William the Conqueror.

Read More: Bizarre Facts About Every English Monarch

According to rumor, Olga of Kiev once burned down an entire town by setting pigeons on fire and sending them back to roost.

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Catherine the Great died of a stroke while in her bathroom.

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Lou Reed said his first musical love was doo-wop.

Read More: Wild Side Facts About Lou Reed, Music’s Artistic Auteur

John Phillips had an affair with Mia Farrow while she was still with Frank Sinatra.

Read More: Troubled Facts About “Papa” John Phillips, The Unhinged Band Leader

In the 2001 Daytona 500 race that killed Dale Earnhardt Sr., his son, Dale Jr., came in second place.

Read More: Fast Facts About Dale Earnhardt Sr., NASCAR’s Cursed Rough Racer

Before she was Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, Cassandra Peterson briefly dated Elvis Presley.

Read More: Horrifying Facts About Cassandra Peterson, The Real Elvira

Tim Burton wrote the crude, crotchety character of Juno in Beetlejuice just for Sylvia Sidney.

Read More: Otherworldly Facts About Sylvia Sidney, The Actress With A Rollercoaster Life

John Hinckley's obsession with the movie "Taxi Driver", and it's young star Jodi Foster, eventually led to his attempt to kill a President.

Read More: The Day Ronald Reagan Was Shot

Actress Inger Stevens kept her interracial marriage with producer Ike Jones a secret for the sake of her career.

Read More: Ominous Facts About Inger Stevens, Hollywood’s Star-Crossed Starlet

As a child, River Phoenix moved with his family to Venezuela to be part of the Children of God cult.

Read More: Stormy Facts About River Phoenix, Hollywood’s Lost Heartthrob

During WWII, "Mad" Jack Churchill charged into battle with a sword, bow and arrow, and bagpipes.

Read More: Legendary Facts About “Mad” Jack Churchill, The Master Of Survival

Dean Martin Jr. was a singer, actor, professional tennis player, and fighter pilot.

Read More: Memorable Facts About Dean Martin Jr., Golden Boy Gone Wrong

Jane Birkin's hit song with Serge Gainsbourg, "Je t’aime...moi non plus," was actually written for his ex, Brigitte Bardot.

Read More: Seductive Facts About Jane Birkin, Fashion’s Romantic Icon

Mary Vetsera was just 17 years old when she died in an infamous "love pact."

Read More: Grim Facts About Mary Vetsera, The Doomed Mistress

Ella Harper was called the "Camel Girl."

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Ella Harper was called the "Camel Girl."

Read More: Tragic Facts About Ella Harper, The Girl With The Backward Knees

Ritchie Valens was only 17 when he died.

Read More: Short-Lived Facts About Ritchie Valens, The Real Life La Bamba

After her ex-husband Rudolph Valentino died, Natacha Rambova claimed to be able to make contact with him through the spirit world.

Read More: Chaotic Facts About Natacha Rambova, The Queen Of Hollywood Scandal

King Charles IX of France, son of Catherine de' Medici, became king at just 11 years old—and only survived until he was 23.

Read More: Cursed Facts About Charles IX, The Boy King Of France

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