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.
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.
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.
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....
The House of Tudor had more than its fair share of scandalous figures, from Henry VIII’s many marriages to the intrigue and plots of the court of Elizabeth I. But few remember the twisted tale of Mary Tudor—the English princess who briefly became Queen of France. From her secret marriage to her bitter rivalry with Anne Boleyn, Mary packed a lot into her short life.
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Baby Peggy’s time in Hollywood was unbelievably disturbing—but it wasn’t until years later that she exposed the demons of her past in her bombshell memoir.
The heiress to the vast Singer sewing fortune, Winnaretta Singer began and ended her life under twin stars of utter privilege and absolute infamy.
Isabella d'Este navigated the turbulence of Renaissance Italy as one of history's most influential women.
Ferrari infamously kept a secret love child, yet few know about his real secret. The one that would have truly destroyed his life.
The Unknown Woman of the Seine began as a mystery and became one of the most recognizable faces in the world—and there were plenty of twists along the way.
Olivier Messiaen composed his most famous piece, Quartet for the End of Time, as his life—and the rest of the world—descended into chaos.
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.
Area 51's workers don't drive there. They fly in on a classified US Government airline known only as "Janet."
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.
The world is filled with spectacular, bizarre, and iconic buildings—but these structures often have a surprisingly dark history.
We may be standing on the shoulders of giants—and, if some legends are believed, that phrase might be shockingly literal.
A Frat Pack leader and one of the 21st century's iconic funny men, Ben Stiller has had a wonderful career in the entertainment industry as an actor, director, and producer. Here are some interesting facts...
Nixon’s secretary tried to further cover up his involvement in the Watergate scandal by blaming a clerical error.
Stress is an unavoidable fact of life, and it both pushes us to succeed and occasionally stops us in our tracks. Here are some intriguing facts about stress.Stress Facts27. HeartbreakAcute stress can cause a condition...
Randomize your life with these 24 random facts. These are so outrageous that they sound fake, but we assure you they aren't. See sources at the end!Random Facts25. Meanwhile, In Egypt…Here's an incredibly fun fact.The...
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.
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