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From Theodor Geisel To Dr. Seuss, The Forgotten History Of Everyone’s Favorite Children’s Author

While we know Dr. Seuss best for his tongue twisters and whimsical characters, the famed children's author actually got his start by drawing some rather controversial ads.

By Daniel Rennie • Jun 5, 2018

From Theodor Geisel To Dr. Seuss, The Forgotten History Of Everyone’s Favorite Children’s Author

While we know Dr. Seuss best for his tongue twisters and whimsical characters, the famed children's author actually got his start by drawing some rather controversial ads.

By Daniel Rennie • June 5, 2018

Inside The Secret Bunker The U.S. Government Built As A Haven From Cold War Nuclear Holocaust

Hidden beneath a resort in West Virginia and stocked with 30 years of supplies, the Greenbrier bunker was to be the last refuge of the American government in case of nuclear war.

By Gina Dimuro • Jun 5, 2018

Inside The Secret Bunker The U.S. Government Built As A Haven From Cold War Nuclear Holocaust

Hidden beneath a resort in West Virginia and stocked with 30 years of supplies, the Greenbrier bunker was to be the last refuge of the American government in case of nuclear war.

By Gina Dimuro • June 5, 2018

The Incredible True Story Of Charles Van Doren And The Quiz Show Scandals

The producers of Twenty-One saw Charles Van Doren's handsomeness and polite demeanor as a way to boost their ratings.

By Kara Goldfarb • Jun 3, 2018

The Incredible True Story Of Charles Van Doren And The Quiz Show Scandals

The producers of Twenty-One saw Charles Van Doren's handsomeness and polite demeanor as a way to boost their ratings.

By Kara Goldfarb • June 3, 2018

Lee Morgan Was One Of Jazz’s Biggest Stars — Until His Wife Shot Him In The Middle Of A Show

Lee Morgan's wife saved his jazz career and his life. And then she ended it.

By Kara Goldfarb • Jun 1, 2018

Lee Morgan Was One Of Jazz’s Biggest Stars — Until His Wife Shot Him In The Middle Of A Show

Lee Morgan's wife saved his jazz career and his life. And then she ended it.

By Kara Goldfarb • June 1, 2018

Alan Berg Spoke His Mind On Talk Radio — And Was Killed By White Supremacists For It

Alan Berg made enemies with the Aryan Nation and the Christian Identity movement, who believed Jews descended from Satan.

By Kara Goldfarb • May 31, 2018

Alan Berg Spoke His Mind On Talk Radio — And Was Killed By White Supremacists For It

Alan Berg made enemies with the Aryan Nation and the Christian Identity movement, who believed Jews descended from Satan.

By Kara Goldfarb • May 31, 2018

Inside The Unsolved Disappearances Of The Bennington Triangle

Some suspect a serial killer while others point a finger at the paranormal, but nobody has been able to fully explain the mysterious disappearances from Vermont's Bennington Triangle and Glastenbury Mountain.

By John Kuroski • May 30, 2018

Inside The Unsolved Disappearances Of The Bennington Triangle

Some suspect a serial killer while others point a finger at the paranormal, but nobody has been able to fully explain the mysterious disappearances from Vermont's Bennington Triangle and Glastenbury Mountain.

By John Kuroski • May 30, 2018

The Horrifying Crime Spree Of Paul John Knowles, The “Casanova Killer”

Known for his good looks, Paul John Knowles was described as a “cross between Robert Redford and Ryan O’Neal.”

By Katie Serena • May 29, 2018

The Horrifying Crime Spree Of Paul John Knowles, The “Casanova Killer”

Known for his good looks, Paul John Knowles was described as a “cross between Robert Redford and Ryan O’Neal.”

By Katie Serena • May 29, 2018

Hog Island Was One Of New York’s Popular Beach Destinations – Until It Disappeared Forever

Though no one is sure, Hog Island seems to have disappeared sometime during the 1920s.

By Gina Dimuro • May 28, 2018

Hog Island Was One Of New York’s Popular Beach Destinations – Until It Disappeared Forever

Though no one is sure, Hog Island seems to have disappeared sometime during the 1920s.

By Gina Dimuro • May 28, 2018

That Time A Guy Got Stranded On Devils Tower For Six Days After Parachuting Onto It

He was attempting to raise awareness for a future parachuting feat – but he ended up getting more publicity than he bargained for.

By Katie Serena • May 24, 2018

That Time A Guy Got Stranded On Devils Tower For Six Days After Parachuting Onto It

He was attempting to raise awareness for a future parachuting feat – but he ended up getting more publicity than he bargained for.

By Katie Serena • May 24, 2018

The Strange Story Of Prince Randian — P.T. Barnum’s “Snake Man”

With just his mouth, Prince Randian could roll cigarettes, light them, and even shave his face.

By Katie Serena • May 22, 2018

The Strange Story Of Prince Randian — P.T. Barnum’s “Snake Man”

With just his mouth, Prince Randian could roll cigarettes, light them, and even shave his face.

By Katie Serena • May 22, 2018