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.
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....
History's most fascinating stories and darkest secrets, delivered to your inbox daily.
Brian Epstein saw potential in The Beatles before the world did. A record store manager with no industry experience, he helped shape their image and guided them to global fame. But while the band soared, Epstein faced personal struggles—and ultimately passed before witnessing the full extent of their success.
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.
Of all the strange stories to come out of royal families, perhaps the most bizarre is the story of Crown Prince Sado of Korea.
Georgia O’Keeffe’s controversial flower paintings are sensual and stunning—but few know her chilling backstory.
Shirley Temple looked like the perfect Hollywood child star. But one Vatican investigation threatened to ruin her image for good.
Meryl Streep is considered one of the greatest actors of all time—but the person behind the icon is more fascinating than most fans know.
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.
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.
Hollywood affairs have kept the gossip mill alive for decades. These stories expose all the dirty details: broken hearts, brutal betrayal, and pure passion.
The world is filled with spectacular, bizarre, and iconic buildings—but these structures often have a surprisingly dark history.
Discover the remarkable true story of Coney Island's incubator babies, where premature infants were displayed as attractions while Martin Couney's groundbreaking nursery saved thousands of lives and transformed neonatal medicine.
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.
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.
In August 1835, readers of New York's The Sun were stunned by what looked like one of the biggest scientific breakthroughs ever. A series of articles claimed that astronomers had discovered living creatures on the Moon using an incredibly powerful telescope. The reports turned out to be completely fictional, but not before they fooled countless readers and became one of history's most famous media hoaxes.
If you like humaverse you may also consider subscribing to these newsletters:
