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The Controversial Story Of Fatty Arbuckle, The Silent Film Star At The Center Of Hollywood’s First Big Scandal

In 1921, Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle was accused of raping and killing silent film actress Virginia Rappe — and though he was eventually acquitted, his name would forever be linked to her mysterious death.

By Amber Morgan • Jan 30, 2025

The Controversial Story Of Fatty Arbuckle, The Silent Film Star At The Center Of Hollywood’s First Big Scandal

In 1921, Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle was accused of raping and killing silent film actress Virginia Rappe — and though he was eventually acquitted, his name would forever be linked to her mysterious death.

By Amber Morgan • January 30, 2025

The Shocking Story Of John Jacob Astor IV, The Multimillionaire Who Went Down With The Titanic

A business magnate and real estate developer, John Jacob Astor IV was the richest Titanic passenger — who died when the doomed ship sank on April 15, 1912.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 29, 2025

The Shocking Story Of John Jacob Astor IV, The Multimillionaire Who Went Down With The Titanic

A business magnate and real estate developer, John Jacob Astor IV was the richest Titanic passenger — who died when the doomed ship sank on April 15, 1912.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 29, 2025

The Murky Story Of Lisa Gherardini, The 16th-Century Noblewoman Who May Be Portrayed In The Mona Lisa

The wife of Florentine silk merchant Francesco del Giocondo, Lisa Gherardini is traditionally believed to be the subject of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous masterpiece.

By Amber Morgan • Jan 28, 2025

The Murky Story Of Lisa Gherardini, The 16th-Century Noblewoman Who May Be Portrayed In The Mona Lisa

The wife of Florentine silk merchant Francesco del Giocondo, Lisa Gherardini is traditionally believed to be the subject of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous masterpiece.

By Amber Morgan • January 28, 2025

What Happened To The Ark Of The Covenant — And Where Is The Sacred Relic Today?

Believed to hold the original stone tablets inscribed with the Ten Commandments, the Ark of the Covenant disappeared around 586 B.C.E., and its fate remains a mystery.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 27, 2025

What Happened To The Ark Of The Covenant — And Where Is The Sacred Relic Today?

Believed to hold the original stone tablets inscribed with the Ten Commandments, the Ark of the Covenant disappeared around 586 B.C.E., and its fate remains a mystery.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 27, 2025

The Life Of Lori Mattix, The ‘Baby Groupie’ Who Slept With Some Of Rock ‘N’ Roll’s Biggest Stars

Before the age of 16, Lori Mattix claimed to have slept with David Bowie and started a relationship with Jimmy Page — and that was just the beginning.

By Katie Serena • Jan 26, 2025

The Life Of Lori Mattix, The ‘Baby Groupie’ Who Slept With Some Of Rock ‘N’ Roll’s Biggest Stars

Before the age of 16, Lori Mattix claimed to have slept with David Bowie and started a relationship with Jimmy Page — and that was just the beginning.

By Katie Serena • January 26, 2025

Seth Bullock, The Wild West Sheriff Who Brought Civilization To Deadwood

As a lawman, business owner, and politician, Seth Bullock tamed the rambunctious town of Deadwood, South Dakota, a formerly lawless place home to the likes of Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok.

By Amber Morgan • Jan 25, 2025

Seth Bullock, The Wild West Sheriff Who Brought Civilization To Deadwood

As a lawman, business owner, and politician, Seth Bullock tamed the rambunctious town of Deadwood, South Dakota, a formerly lawless place home to the likes of Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok.

By Amber Morgan • January 25, 2025

The Wild Life Of Captain Kidd, The Privateer-Turned-Pirate Who Was Gibbeted For His Crimes

Originally a privateer operating within the bounds of the law, Captain William Kidd was found guilty of piracy and hanged in 1701 — but some believe that he was unfairly convicted.

By Amber Morgan • Jan 22, 2025

The Wild Life Of Captain Kidd, The Privateer-Turned-Pirate Who Was Gibbeted For His Crimes

Originally a privateer operating within the bounds of the law, Captain William Kidd was found guilty of piracy and hanged in 1701 — but some believe that he was unfairly convicted.

By Amber Morgan • January 22, 2025

Inside The Legend Of Nyx, The Powerful Greek Goddess Of The Night

A primordial deity in Greek and Roman mythology, Nyx helped shape the early universe — and commanded respect even among the mightiest gods.

By Amber Morgan • Jan 21, 2025

Inside The Legend Of Nyx, The Powerful Greek Goddess Of The Night

A primordial deity in Greek and Roman mythology, Nyx helped shape the early universe — and commanded respect even among the mightiest gods.

By Amber Morgan • January 21, 2025

Archaeologists Unearth A Luxurious Thermal Spa In Pompeii That Could Fit 30 People

The private bath complex would have been used to impress guests, and it likely belonged to one of the leading figures in Pompeii society.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 21, 2025

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Archaeologists Unearth A Luxurious Thermal Spa In Pompeii That Could Fit 30 People

The private bath complex would have been used to impress guests, and it likely belonged to one of the leading figures in Pompeii society.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 21, 2025

How Did Martin Luther King Jr. Die? Inside His Tragic Assassination

A prominent leader in the American civil rights movement, Martin Luther King Jr. was brutally murdered in Memphis, Tennessee on April 4, 1968.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 20, 2025

How Did Martin Luther King Jr. Die? Inside His Tragic Assassination

A prominent leader in the American civil rights movement, Martin Luther King Jr. was brutally murdered in Memphis, Tennessee on April 4, 1968.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 20, 2025