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The Tragic Story Of The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, The 1911 Disaster That Killed 146 Workers

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire was the deadliest workplace tragedy in the history of New York City until the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 — but it was completely preventable.

By Amber Morgan • Sep 2, 2024

The Tragic Story Of The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, The 1911 Disaster That Killed 146 Workers

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire was the deadliest workplace tragedy in the history of New York City until the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 — but it was completely preventable.

By Amber Morgan • September 2, 2024

The Baffling Story Of The 1962 Escape From Alcatraz And The Three Prisoners Behind It

On June 11, 1962, inmates Frank Morris, Clarence Anglin, and John Anglin became the only men to ever escape from Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary — but nobody knows if they made it out of San Francisco Bay alive.

By Gabe Paoletti • Sep 1, 2024

The Baffling Story Of The 1962 Escape From Alcatraz And The Three Prisoners Behind It

On June 11, 1962, inmates Frank Morris, Clarence Anglin, and John Anglin became the only men to ever escape from Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary — but nobody knows if they made it out of San Francisco Bay alive.

By Gabe Paoletti • September 1, 2024

The Story Of Frank Sinatra Jr., The Victim Of A Bizarre And Terribly Executed Kidnapping In 1963

On December 8, 1963, two men abducted Frank Sinatra Jr. from a lounge in Nevada where he was performing — but one of his captors got nervous and released him just 48 hours later.

By All That's Interesting • Sep 1, 2024

The Story Of Frank Sinatra Jr., The Victim Of A Bizarre And Terribly Executed Kidnapping In 1963

On December 8, 1963, two men abducted Frank Sinatra Jr. from a lounge in Nevada where he was performing — but one of his captors got nervous and released him just 48 hours later.

By All That's Interesting • September 1, 2024

33 Photos Of Miami In The 1980s — And The Wild History Behind The Era

Explore the "dangerous paradise" of South Florida.

By Austin Harvey • Sep 1, 2024

33 Photos Of Miami In The 1980s — And The Wild History Behind The Era

Explore the "dangerous paradise" of South Florida.

By Austin Harvey • September 1, 2024

The Bloody History Of The Los Angeles Mafia, From Its Violent Origins To Its Rapid Downfall

While the Los Angeles Mafia never rose to the same notoriety as its counterparts in New York and Chicago, the crime family infiltrated Hollywood, had a hand in the growth of Las Vegas, and terrorized the West Coast for decades.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 31, 2024

The Bloody History Of The Los Angeles Mafia, From Its Violent Origins To Its Rapid Downfall

While the Los Angeles Mafia never rose to the same notoriety as its counterparts in New York and Chicago, the crime family infiltrated Hollywood, had a hand in the growth of Las Vegas, and terrorized the West Coast for decades.

By Austin Harvey • August 31, 2024

Kara Robinson: The 15-Year-Old Girl Who Escaped A Serial Killer, Then Helped Police Solve Three Of His Murders

On June 24, 2002, Kara Robinson was abducted by Richard Evonitz, who had already murdered at least three other girls — but she escaped 18 hours later, then helped police take the killer down.

By Amber Morgan • Aug 29, 2024

Kara Robinson: The 15-Year-Old Girl Who Escaped A Serial Killer, Then Helped Police Solve Three Of His Murders

On June 24, 2002, Kara Robinson was abducted by Richard Evonitz, who had already murdered at least three other girls — but she escaped 18 hours later, then helped police take the killer down.

By Amber Morgan • August 29, 2024

‘Very Moving’: Newspaper Covering The Sinking Of The Titanic Unearthed In A Wardrobe In England

The newspaper was saved for over a century and contains photos of Titanic victims as well as their anxious loved ones.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 29, 2024

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‘Very Moving’: Newspaper Covering The Sinking Of The Titanic Unearthed In A Wardrobe In England

The newspaper was saved for over a century and contains photos of Titanic victims as well as their anxious loved ones.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 29, 2024

Vintage Photos That Show What Las Vegas Was Really Like During Its Golden Age

Between the 1940s and 1970s, Las Vegas transformed from a dusty desert town into a glamorous destination complete with luxury resorts, celebrity appearances, and world-famous nightlife.

By Amber Morgan • Aug 29, 2024

Vintage Photos That Show What Las Vegas Was Really Like During Its Golden Age

Between the 1940s and 1970s, Las Vegas transformed from a dusty desert town into a glamorous destination complete with luxury resorts, celebrity appearances, and world-famous nightlife.

By Amber Morgan • August 29, 2024

How Old Alton Bridge Became The Famed Goatman’s Bridge

According to Texas lore, Goatman's Bridge is said to be haunted by the vengeful spirit of a Black farmer named Oscar Washburn who was murdered in the 1930s.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 28, 2024

How Old Alton Bridge Became The Famed Goatman’s Bridge

According to Texas lore, Goatman's Bridge is said to be haunted by the vengeful spirit of a Black farmer named Oscar Washburn who was murdered in the 1930s.

By Natasha Ishak • August 28, 2024

Inside The Terrifying Legends Of The Goatman That’s Been Seen In Maryland And Texas For Decades

Half-man and half-goat, the mysterious beast known as the Goatman is said to stalk forests and lurk beneath bridges waiting for the next victim in his murderous rampage.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 27, 2024

Inside The Terrifying Legends Of The Goatman That’s Been Seen In Maryland And Texas For Decades

Half-man and half-goat, the mysterious beast known as the Goatman is said to stalk forests and lurk beneath bridges waiting for the next victim in his murderous rampage.

By Austin Harvey • August 27, 2024