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....
For a time in the 1950s, socialite Rebekah Harkness was true American royalty. Wealthy, elegant, and beautiful, Harkness seemed to have it all—from her oil baron husband to her notoriously raucous parties. But behind her perfect façade lies a chilling history.
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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Ike Turner couldn’t escape his infamous reputation, but days before he passed, he recorded one last song—and made a heartbreaking confession.
The forbidden romance of Prince William and Zsuzsi Starkloff scandalized the royal family—until it went up in flames. Literally.
Charles Harrelson was a better hitman than he was a father—but that didn't stop his son Woodrow from making a name for himself.
When Connie Francis adopted her baby boy Joey, it looked picture-perfect on the outside. But his true origins are shocking.
Shirley Temple looked like the perfect Hollywood child star. But one Vatican investigation threatened to ruin her image for good.
Layne Staley of Alice In Chains has been recognized by many sources as one of the most talented and unique voices of 90s grunge.
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.
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.
What happened to these reality stars when the cameras stopped rolling? Just because they weren't on TV anymore doesn’t mean they stopped causing drama.
The Statue of Liberty is so famous that most people don't realize how colorful her history really is.
Here are some familiar child stars from the past. Where are they now? Are they thriving adult actors? Or did Hollywood chew them up and spit them back out.
"You shall love your neighbor as yourself." It's the Golden Rule. And it's...total bogus. At least, if you ask anyone who's ever built a spite house.
Balloonfest ’86 was one of history's most disastrous fundraising publicity stunts. The idea seemed harmless—but it became the city’s worst nightmare.
New products can look ridiculous when they challenge habits people have followed for decades. Some of the inventions on this list were openly mocked, while others were dismissed as overpriced toys, ugly novelties, or solutions to problems nobody seemed to have. What looked unnecessary at first often became ordinary once prices fell, designs improved, and people discovered practical reasons to use it.
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