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The Chilling History Of The Hope Diamond And The Victims Of Its Alleged Curse

Today, the 45-carat Hope Diamond sits safely in the Smithsonian's Museum of Natural History, but the brilliant blue gem has purportedly brought death and misfortune to dozens of people associated with it over the past 400 years.

By Katie Serena • Jan 3, 2018

The Chilling History Of The Hope Diamond And The Victims Of Its Alleged Curse

Today, the 45-carat Hope Diamond sits safely in the Smithsonian's Museum of Natural History, but the brilliant blue gem has purportedly brought death and misfortune to dozens of people associated with it over the past 400 years.

By Katie Serena • January 3, 2018

15 People Who Did Fascinating Things Besides What Made Them Famous

From Charles Lindbergh's advances in cardiac medicine to Paul Newman's celebrated work as a race car driver, these people made waves in ways you'd never imagine.

By Katie Serena • Jan 3, 2018

15 People Who Did Fascinating Things Besides What Made Them Famous

From Charles Lindbergh's advances in cardiac medicine to Paul Newman's celebrated work as a race car driver, these people made waves in ways you'd never imagine.

By Katie Serena • January 3, 2018

This Man Literally Sued God And Actually Got His Day In Court

Ernie Chambers was sick and tired of God's role in causing "widespread death, destruction and terrorization of millions upon millions of the Earth's inhabitants." So he sought a legal injunction.

By John Kuroski • Jan 3, 2018

This Man Literally Sued God And Actually Got His Day In Court

Ernie Chambers was sick and tired of God's role in causing "widespread death, destruction and terrorization of millions upon millions of the Earth's inhabitants." So he sought a legal injunction.

By John Kuroski • January 3, 2018

Inside The Government’s Secret Plan To Nuke Alaska

How Project Chariot came close to detonating thermonuclear weapons in Alaska, and still managed to poison the area's natives with radioactive waste for decades afterward.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 3, 2018

Inside The Government’s Secret Plan To Nuke Alaska

How Project Chariot came close to detonating thermonuclear weapons in Alaska, and still managed to poison the area's natives with radioactive waste for decades afterward.

By All That's Interesting • January 3, 2018

The President’s “Nuclear Button” Isn’t Actually A Button, But A Briefcase Called The Nuclear Football

The supposed "nuclear button" isn't a button at all. Instead it's a "nuclear football" that comes in the form of a heavy briefcase.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 3, 2018

The President’s “Nuclear Button” Isn’t Actually A Button, But A Briefcase Called The Nuclear Football

The supposed "nuclear button" isn't a button at all. Instead it's a "nuclear football" that comes in the form of a heavy briefcase.

By All That's Interesting • January 3, 2018

The Real Captain Morgan Was Way More Interesting Than His Commercialized Counterpart

Captain Henry Morgan was basically Jack Sparrow if Jack Sparrow were cooler.

By Wyatt Redd • Dec 31, 2017

The Real Captain Morgan Was Way More Interesting Than His Commercialized Counterpart

Captain Henry Morgan was basically Jack Sparrow if Jack Sparrow were cooler.

By Wyatt Redd • December 31, 2017

How Jumbo The Elephant Went From “The Greatest Show On Earth” To A University Mascot

No one can argue Jumbo the Elephant's larger-than-life stature both as an animal and as a legendary performer.

By William DeLong • Dec 29, 2017

How Jumbo The Elephant Went From “The Greatest Show On Earth” To A University Mascot

No one can argue Jumbo the Elephant's larger-than-life stature both as an animal and as a legendary performer.

By William DeLong • December 29, 2017

The History Of M&M’s Isn’t As Sweet As You Think It Is

The true story of the history of M&M's sounds like something out of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.

By Katie Serena • Dec 21, 2017

The History Of M&M’s Isn’t As Sweet As You Think It Is

The true story of the history of M&M's sounds like something out of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.

By Katie Serena • December 21, 2017

Inside The 5 Secret Societies That Some Say Run The World

For years, "secret societies" have caused controversy, conspiracy, and intrigue amongst those who stand on the outside looking in.

By Katie Serena • Dec 19, 2017

Inside The 5 Secret Societies That Some Say Run The World

For years, "secret societies" have caused controversy, conspiracy, and intrigue amongst those who stand on the outside looking in.

By Katie Serena • December 19, 2017

32 Weird New York Facts Even New Yorkers Probably Don’t Know

These thirty-two interesting facts about New York highlight the hidden gems and weird trivia behind the biggest city in the United States.

By Gabe Paoletti • Dec 19, 2017

32 Weird New York Facts Even New Yorkers Probably Don’t Know

These thirty-two interesting facts about New York highlight the hidden gems and weird trivia behind the biggest city in the United States.

By Gabe Paoletti • December 19, 2017