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.
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”.
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.
History's most fascinating stories and darkest secrets, delivered to your inbox daily.
Freddie Mercury kept his long battle with AIDS a secret until just a day before his death—but few know the heartbreaking reason why.
Lady Jane Grey was the queen with the shortest reign in history. If her name isn’t well known today, maybe that’s because of her dark end.
It's not unusual for a child star to have a difficult upbringing—but the story of River Phoenix is so twisted, it's impossible to forget.
Why does Quentin Tarantino, everyone's favorite schlocky, foot-obsessed movie nerd ,think Pauline Kael is so special? It's simple: Pauline Kael was awesome.
Little person Jeffrey Hudson was famous as "The Queen's Dwarf," but his exploits and brutal downfall were anything but miniature.
When King Alfonso XII of Spain met his wife Maria Christina of Austria, his response was so heartless, it’s nearly unprintable.
Area 51's workers don't drive there. They fly in on a classified US Government airline known only as "Janet."
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 world is filled with spectacular, bizarre, and iconic buildings—but these structures often have a surprisingly dark history.
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 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.
We may be standing on the shoulders of giants—and, if some legends are believed, that phrase might be shockingly literal.
Emily in Paris is the show everyone either loves or loves to hate, and that extends right into its wild fashion statements.
This list explores the secret stories behind the most iconic Disney characters, proving that—in the end—happily ever after isn’t always what it seems.
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.
Professor Snape Facts: He was one of the most tragic and bitter characters in the Wizarding World—but most fans don't know his even darker history.
The Addams Family has been lurking around for over 80 years, twisting perceptions of what “normal” families look like with their whimsically macabre humor. Now Netflix’s horror-comedy Wednesday features the titular Addams as the ultimate...
The world is filled with spectacular, bizarre, and iconic buildings—but these structures often have a surprisingly dark history.
If you like humaverse you may also consider subscribing to these newsletters:
