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....
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.
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Kristin Nelson married America’s favorite teen idol, Ricky Nelson, at 17—but what followed shattered the picture-perfect illusion.
Sylvia Sidney gained a reputation for being difficult and it destroyed her career. Then, in the 80s, in a strange twist of fate—it saved it.
Not only did the "Tattooed Venus" live a controversial and adventurous life, but she was the first person to be inducted into the Tattoo Hall of Fame.
Tim Buckley was supposed to be the Bob Dylan of Los Angeles, but his self-destructive behavior only led to his sudden and tragic death.
Debbie Gibson became one of the biggest teen pop stars of the 1980s nearly overnight—but her fame couldn't protect her from what came next.
Actor George Sanders seemed to have everything a man could possibly want—but tragically, in the end, he felt like he had nothing left to live for.
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.
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.
This 1950s era of rock and roll was defined by artists like Little Richard, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper. But it couldn't last forever.
Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin as a labor-saving device, but it led to a massive increase in the use of slaves.
It's funny how history repeats itself. Every time a new invention promises to make life easier, plenty of people are convinced it'll ruin society, threaten jobs, or simply make life worse. Looking back, it's surprising just how many everyday conveniences sparked heated debates before becoming things most of us couldn't imagine living without.
The James Webb Space Telescope looks like some weird, honeycomb, spaceship...thing. What gives? Well, this brilliant machine has a few tricks up its sleeve.
Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch of the UK, clocking 70 years as ruler. So since he was four years old, King Charles III has been preparing for his turn to rule—and his turn means some significant changes for the royals.
Discover the surprising American traditions that began as marketing campaigns, from diamond engagement rings and Rudolph to Cyber Monday, pumpkin spice season, and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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