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The Harrowing Story Of Travis The Chimp’s Attack That Left A Woman Without A Face

Travis was a beloved animal actor and a local fixture in his Connecticut town — until he viciously attacked his owner’s friend Charla Nash in 2009 and nearly ripped her face off.

By Jessica O'Connor • Jan 8, 2026

The Harrowing Story Of Travis The Chimp’s Attack That Left A Woman Without A Face

Travis was a beloved animal actor and a local fixture in his Connecticut town — until he viciously attacked his owner’s friend Charla Nash in 2009 and nearly ripped her face off.

By Jessica O'Connor • January 8, 2026

Inside The Brutal Murder Of Polly Klaas, The 12-Year-Old Kidnapped From A Slumber Party

On October 1, 1993, Polly Klaas was abducted at knifepoint during a sleepover at her home in Petaluma, California. She was later found murdered.

By Ainsley Brown • Jan 7, 2026

Inside The Brutal Murder Of Polly Klaas, The 12-Year-Old Kidnapped From A Slumber Party

On October 1, 1993, Polly Klaas was abducted at knifepoint during a sleepover at her home in Petaluma, California. She was later found murdered.

By Ainsley Brown • January 7, 2026

Inside Ted Bundy’s Death, From His Last Words To His Execution

At 7 a.m. on January 24, 1989, Ted Bundy died via execution in the electric chair at Florida State Prison after murdering dozens of victims between 1974 and 1978.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 7, 2026

Inside Ted Bundy’s Death, From His Last Words To His Execution

At 7 a.m. on January 24, 1989, Ted Bundy died via execution in the electric chair at Florida State Prison after murdering dozens of victims between 1974 and 1978.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 7, 2026

How Did John Candy Die? Inside The Beloved Comedian’s Tragic Death

After years of struggling with drug addiction and overeating, John Candy died of a heart attack on March 4, 1994.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 7, 2026

How Did John Candy Die? Inside The Beloved Comedian’s Tragic Death

After years of struggling with drug addiction and overeating, John Candy died of a heart attack on March 4, 1994.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 7, 2026

25 Haunting Photos Of Robert F. Kennedy’s Assassination During His 1968 Presidential Campaign

Robert F. Kennedy spent the moments before he was fatally shot by Sirhan Sirhan on June 5, 1968, thanking his supporters after winning California's Democratic presidential primary.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 6, 2026

25 Haunting Photos Of Robert F. Kennedy’s Assassination During His 1968 Presidential Campaign

Robert F. Kennedy spent the moments before he was fatally shot by Sirhan Sirhan on June 5, 1968, thanking his supporters after winning California's Democratic presidential primary.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 6, 2026

The Story Of The SS Edmund Fitzgerald, The 729-Foot Freighter That Split In Two During A Violent Storm On Lake Superior

On November 10, 1975, the 29 crew members aboard the SS Edmund Fitzgerald died when the freighter sank to the bottom of Lake Superior during a storm that produced 35-foot waves and wind gusts over 80 miles per hour.

By Ainsley Brown • Jan 6, 2026

The Story Of The SS Edmund Fitzgerald, The 729-Foot Freighter That Split In Two During A Violent Storm On Lake Superior

On November 10, 1975, the 29 crew members aboard the SS Edmund Fitzgerald died when the freighter sank to the bottom of Lake Superior during a storm that produced 35-foot waves and wind gusts over 80 miles per hour.

By Ainsley Brown • January 6, 2026

Richard Flaherty, The 4’9″ Green Beret Who Earned Two Purple Hearts In Vietnam And Smuggled Weapons To Nicaraguan Contras

Despite his short stature, Richard Flaherty became known as the "Giant Killer" for his bravery on the battlefield — and beyond.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 5, 2026

Richard Flaherty, The 4’9″ Green Beret Who Earned Two Purple Hearts In Vietnam And Smuggled Weapons To Nicaraguan Contras

Despite his short stature, Richard Flaherty became known as the "Giant Killer" for his bravery on the battlefield — and beyond.

By Austin Harvey • January 5, 2026

The Death Of Elvis Presley: Inside The Sordid Demise Of The King Of Rock

Following a decades-long struggle with his weight and drug abuse, Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977 at 42 years old.

By Wyatt Redd • Jan 5, 2026

The Death Of Elvis Presley: Inside The Sordid Demise Of The King Of Rock

Following a decades-long struggle with his weight and drug abuse, Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977 at 42 years old.

By Wyatt Redd • January 5, 2026

Charlie Brandt Killed His Mom At 13 — Then Walked Free To Butcher His Wife As An Adult

No one could believe that mild-mannered Charlie Brandt had mutilated his wife and niece until they discovered his grisly past.

By William DeLong • Jan 5, 2026

Charlie Brandt Killed His Mom At 13 — Then Walked Free To Butcher His Wife As An Adult

No one could believe that mild-mannered Charlie Brandt had mutilated his wife and niece until they discovered his grisly past.

By William DeLong • January 5, 2026

Inside The Blood-Soaked Life And Crimes Of Goodfellas Mafia Captain Paul Vario

Portrayed in Goodfellas as Paulie Cicero, Lucchese crime family capo Paul Vario ruled his Brooklyn crew with an iron fist — until his empire came crashing down thanks to former associate Henry Hill in the 1980s.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 4, 2026

Inside The Blood-Soaked Life And Crimes Of Goodfellas Mafia Captain Paul Vario

Portrayed in Goodfellas as Paulie Cicero, Lucchese crime family capo Paul Vario ruled his Brooklyn crew with an iron fist — until his empire came crashing down thanks to former associate Henry Hill in the 1980s.

By All That's Interesting • January 4, 2026