Francis I of France is inevitably compared to Henry VIII. Both kings had big personalities, big love affairs, and big scandals that rocked the face of Europe. But there’s a lot more to Francis than just the similarities to the Tudor counterpart. From his unlikely ascension to the throne to his brutal defeats and torturous later years, Francis did not languish in his neighbor's shadow.
A gentleman to some and a menace to others, John Dillinger put America in a frenzy with a spree that led to the formation of the FBI itself—until his luck ran out.
Imagine a world where burly Norse warriors discover a new continent—and then just... walk away. Wild, right? Get ready for a story into why the Vikings pulled the ultimate “not interested” move on North America. But first, an introduction.
Field Marshal Bernard Law “Monty” Montgomery was instrumental in defeating the Axis forces during WWII. His strategic brilliance, however, was second only to his massive ego and total lack of tact. More people need to know about Bernard “Monty” Montgomery, the man who Winston Churchill himself described as, “In defeat, unbeatable; in victory, unbearable”.
Meg Ryan has been a Hollywood fixture for the better part of four decades. Best known for rom-com romps such as Sleepless in Seattle and You’ve Got Mail, the actress’s off-screen life has been equally romance and comedy-filled....
After leading Great Britain through WWII, Winston Churchill became one of history’s most towering figures—yet despite this, so few know the truth about his life. Behind the notorious bluster and the legendary speeches, Churchill hid secrets, vulnerabilities, and mistakes that might have toppled a nation.
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After Richard Simmons’ long-time friend and housekeeper Teresa found his lifeless body, she finally felt free to speak about her departed boss.
Amedeo Modigliani is an Italian artist known for his surreal portraits—but behind some of these captivating works, there is a tragic story.Meeting The MuseIn 1917, Modigliani met a muse that would follow him to his...
Discover the remarkable true story of Charles Hatfield, the self-proclaimed Rainmaker whose drought-ending promise coincided with catastrophic 1916 San Diego floods, sparking controversy, lawsuits, and a mystery that endures today.
When Princess Augusta lost her daughter in a senseless tragedy, she vowed not to make the same mistakes again. Instead, she made things so much worse.
When Marilyn Monroe met Joe DiMaggio, it seemed like she’d finally get her happily ever after—but instead, she was thrust into a dark nightmare.
The past year saw the Sapphire Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, marking 65 years of her rule. She also celebrated her 91st birthday, and her 70th wedding anniversary, making 2017 a banner year for her....
So notorious that its name is synonymous with madness, the history of Bethlem Royal Hospital, or Bedlam, is filled with some of humanity's darkest moments.
The history of Mexico City stretches back almost two centuries before the Spanish ever set foot in the Americas. Rather, the Spanish built their capital on top of the ashes of one of the most beautiful and unique cities in history: Tenochtitlan.
Alcatraz was only in operation for less than 30 years, but in that time it gained the reputation as one of the most notorious prisons in American history.
Area 51's workers don't drive there. They fly in on a classified US Government airline known only as "Janet."
We may be standing on the shoulders of giants—and, if some legends are believed, that phrase might be shockingly literal.
The world is filled with spectacular, bizarre, and iconic buildings—but these structures often have a surprisingly dark history.
NASA’s Apollo astronauts brought back Moon rocks, scientific data and thousands of photographs that have been studied for more than half a century. You would think there would be very few surprises left hiding in them. But a theoretical physicist says two versions of the same Apollo image contain one enormous difference—and he believes someone wanted it gone.
Oozing saddle sores were a common source of pain on the Yellowstone set, but there were far worse things in store for the actors.
So notorious that its name is synonymous with madness, the history of Bethlem Royal Hospital, or Bedlam, is filled with some of humanity's darkest moments.
The English language constantly evolves, and the meaning of many familiar words has changed dramatically over the centuries.
The 70s were obsessed with the future. Everything suddenly had buttons, blinking lights and advertising that made it sound like ordinary life was about to become unrecognizable. Some of those inventions really did seem astonishing. Then the 80s arrived...
Daemon Targaryen’s dragon Caraxes is as terrifying as his rider—but there’s a secret about him few fans know, and it reveals what might be in store.
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