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The Inside Story Of James Gandolfini’s Death — And How ‘The Sopranos’ Slowly Helped Destroy Him

At around 10 p.m. on June 19, 2013, James Gandolfini's 14-year-old son Michael found him unconscious on the bathroom floor of their hotel in Rome. Within an hour, he was pronounced dead at the age of just 51.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 16, 2024

The Inside Story Of James Gandolfini’s Death — And How ‘The Sopranos’ Slowly Helped Destroy Him

At around 10 p.m. on June 19, 2013, James Gandolfini's 14-year-old son Michael found him unconscious on the bathroom floor of their hotel in Rome. Within an hour, he was pronounced dead at the age of just 51.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 16, 2024

What Really Happened To The Andrea Gail, The Doomed Ship That Inspired ‘The Perfect Storm?’

Just before Halloween, the Andrea Gail and its crew of six fishermen were caught in what became known as the “Perfect Storm” of 1991 — and were never seen again.

By Wyatt Redd • Mar 16, 2024

What Really Happened To The Andrea Gail, The Doomed Ship That Inspired ‘The Perfect Storm?’

Just before Halloween, the Andrea Gail and its crew of six fishermen were caught in what became known as the “Perfect Storm” of 1991 — and were never seen again.

By Wyatt Redd • March 16, 2024

What Was The Knights Templar? The True Story Of The Crusade-Era Warriors And Their Bloody Downfall

The Knights Templar was a Catholic military order formed during the Crusades — and some believe the group found the legendary Holy Grail while in Jerusalem.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 15, 2024

What Was The Knights Templar? The True Story Of The Crusade-Era Warriors And Their Bloody Downfall

The Knights Templar was a Catholic military order formed during the Crusades — and some believe the group found the legendary Holy Grail while in Jerusalem.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 15, 2024

Inside The Real History Of Shrunken Heads, From The Amazon To Nazi Germany

For centuries, the Jivaroan people of South America severed and shrank the heads of their enemies for rituals and trophies — and later for trade.

By Genevieve Carlton • Mar 15, 2024

Inside The Real History Of Shrunken Heads, From The Amazon To Nazi Germany

For centuries, the Jivaroan people of South America severed and shrank the heads of their enemies for rituals and trophies — and later for trade.

By Genevieve Carlton • March 15, 2024

What Happened To Steve Ross, The Son Of Bob Ross?

Steve Ross could barely paint in the aftermath of his father's death in 1995. But now, he's back at the easel — teaching a new generation of happy painters.

By Tim Brinkhof • Mar 15, 2024

What Happened To Steve Ross, The Son Of Bob Ross?

Steve Ross could barely paint in the aftermath of his father's death in 1995. But now, he's back at the easel — teaching a new generation of happy painters.

By Tim Brinkhof • March 15, 2024

Construction Workers At A Historic British Estate Happen Upon A Statue Head From Ancient Rome

Construction worker Greg Crawley was operating a mechanical digger when he came upon a large stone — one that turned out to be the head of an ancient Roman statue.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 13, 2024

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Construction Workers At A Historic British Estate Happen Upon A Statue Head From Ancient Rome

Construction worker Greg Crawley was operating a mechanical digger when he came upon a large stone — one that turned out to be the head of an ancient Roman statue.

By Austin Harvey • March 13, 2024

The History Of El Castillo, The Ancient Maya Temple That Towers Over Chichén Itzá

Built between 1050 and 1300, El Castillo is a magnificent stone pyramid located at the center of the Maya city of Chichén Itzá that stands 79 feet tall and is 181 feet wide at its base.

By Morgan Dunn • Mar 12, 2024

The History Of El Castillo, The Ancient Maya Temple That Towers Over Chichén Itzá

Built between 1050 and 1300, El Castillo is a magnificent stone pyramid located at the center of the Maya city of Chichén Itzá that stands 79 feet tall and is 181 feet wide at its base.

By Morgan Dunn • March 12, 2024

The Heartbreaking Death Of Natasha Richardson After She Hit Her Head During A Ski Lesson

Best known for her roles on Broadway and in The Parent Trap, Natasha Richardson died on March 18, 2009 after a skiing accident in Quebec left her brain dead.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 12, 2024

The Heartbreaking Death Of Natasha Richardson After She Hit Her Head During A Ski Lesson

Best known for her roles on Broadway and in The Parent Trap, Natasha Richardson died on March 18, 2009 after a skiing accident in Quebec left her brain dead.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 12, 2024

Striking Evidence Of 11,000-Year-Old Facial Piercings Discovered In Turkey

The ornaments found at Boncuklu Tarla in Turkey were discovered alongside skeletons, marking the first time that such items were discovered "in situ" with human remains.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 12, 2024

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Striking Evidence Of 11,000-Year-Old Facial Piercings Discovered In Turkey

The ornaments found at Boncuklu Tarla in Turkey were discovered alongside skeletons, marking the first time that such items were discovered "in situ" with human remains.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 12, 2024

The Baffling Death Of George Reeves, The ‘Original Superman’ Who Some Believe Was Murdered

Police ruled George Reeves' death in June 1959 a suicide, but a series of suspicious events surrounding the incident led some people to point a finger at the actor's fiancee — or even the Mafia.

By Gina Dimuro • Mar 9, 2024

The Baffling Death Of George Reeves, The ‘Original Superman’ Who Some Believe Was Murdered

Police ruled George Reeves' death in June 1959 a suicide, but a series of suspicious events surrounding the incident led some people to point a finger at the actor's fiancee — or even the Mafia.

By Gina Dimuro • March 9, 2024