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Inside The Sudden Death Of Beloved Actor Michael Clarke Duncan

Michael Clarke Duncan shot to fame after receiving acclaim for his Oscar-nominated role in 1998's The Green Mile. But his life and career would tragically be cut short.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 13, 2023

Inside The Sudden Death Of Beloved Actor Michael Clarke Duncan

Michael Clarke Duncan shot to fame after receiving acclaim for his Oscar-nominated role in 1998's The Green Mile. But his life and career would tragically be cut short.

By Austin Harvey • November 13, 2023

The Shocking True Story Of Shi Pei Pu, The Chinese Opera Singer Convicted Of Espionage

Shi Pei Pu was a male opera singer and spy who convinced his lover, French diplomat Bernard Boursicot, that he was a woman for nearly 20 years before they were both found guilty of espionage.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 13, 2023

The Shocking True Story Of Shi Pei Pu, The Chinese Opera Singer Convicted Of Espionage

Shi Pei Pu was a male opera singer and spy who convinced his lover, French diplomat Bernard Boursicot, that he was a woman for nearly 20 years before they were both found guilty of espionage.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 13, 2023

The Story Of Michael Massee, The Actor Who Accidentally Killed Brandon Lee While Filming The Crow

Michael Massee was filming one of the final scenes of The Crow with Brandon Lee when a prop gun he was using fired a bullet fragment — leaving his co-star dead at the age of just 28.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 9, 2023

The Story Of Michael Massee, The Actor Who Accidentally Killed Brandon Lee While Filming The Crow

Michael Massee was filming one of the final scenes of The Crow with Brandon Lee when a prop gun he was using fired a bullet fragment — leaving his co-star dead at the age of just 28.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 9, 2023

This New 3D Recreation Of Ancient Rome Allows Users To Fly Over Its Iconic Landmarks As They Were In The 4th Century

The program has been in the works for nearly 50 years and offers viewers a birds-eye or on-the-ground view of ancient Rome in its prime.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 9, 2023

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This New 3D Recreation Of Ancient Rome Allows Users To Fly Over Its Iconic Landmarks As They Were In The 4th Century

The program has been in the works for nearly 50 years and offers viewers a birds-eye or on-the-ground view of ancient Rome in its prime.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 9, 2023

The Tumultuous Life And Tragic Death Of Dennis Wilson, The Fast-Living Beach Boys Drummer

Three days after Dennis Wilson checked out of rehab in December 1983, he drowned in the chilly waters of California's Marina del Rey at the age of just 39.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 8, 2023

The Tumultuous Life And Tragic Death Of Dennis Wilson, The Fast-Living Beach Boys Drummer

Three days after Dennis Wilson checked out of rehab in December 1983, he drowned in the chilly waters of California's Marina del Rey at the age of just 39.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 8, 2023

Inside Gunung Padang, The Indonesian Megalith That May Be The Oldest Pyramid In The World

With pieces that might be 27,000 years old, the pyramid known as Gunung Padang could be evidence of an advanced civilization that predates any other in world history.

By Bernadette Deron • Nov 8, 2023

Inside Gunung Padang, The Indonesian Megalith That May Be The Oldest Pyramid In The World

With pieces that might be 27,000 years old, the pyramid known as Gunung Padang could be evidence of an advanced civilization that predates any other in world history.

By Bernadette Deron • November 8, 2023

11 Of The Weirdest Celebrity Funerals And Burial Requests

From Aretha Franklin's posthumous outfits to Janis Joplin's all-night wake party, these weird celebrity funeral requests all have interesting stories behind them.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 7, 2023

11 Of The Weirdest Celebrity Funerals And Burial Requests

From Aretha Franklin's posthumous outfits to Janis Joplin's all-night wake party, these weird celebrity funeral requests all have interesting stories behind them.

By Austin Harvey • November 7, 2023

What Does Pied Piper Mean? Inside The Origin Of This Grim Cautionary Tale

In the story of the Pied Piper, the people of Hamelin refuse to pay a ratcatcher — who uses his magic flute to lure the children away from town, never to return.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 6, 2023

What Does Pied Piper Mean? Inside The Origin Of This Grim Cautionary Tale

In the story of the Pied Piper, the people of Hamelin refuse to pay a ratcatcher — who uses his magic flute to lure the children away from town, never to return.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 6, 2023

Inside The Plane Crash That Killed Dean Paul Martin Jr., The Golden Child Of Dean Martin

Dean Paul Martin Jr. dabbled in singing, acting, and tennis throughout his short life, but his true passion was flying. Tragically, it was a routine training mission with the Air Force that led to his death at age 35.

By Maggie Donahue • Nov 2, 2023

Inside The Plane Crash That Killed Dean Paul Martin Jr., The Golden Child Of Dean Martin

Dean Paul Martin Jr. dabbled in singing, acting, and tennis throughout his short life, but his true passion was flying. Tragically, it was a routine training mission with the Air Force that led to his death at age 35.

By Maggie Donahue • November 2, 2023

Are Vampires Real? Inside 9 Chilling Accounts Of Alleged Bloodsucking Monsters From History

Long before author Bram Stoker introduced readers to Dracula in 1897, terrifying reports of real vampires struck fear in the hearts of people around the world.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 26, 2023

Are Vampires Real? Inside 9 Chilling Accounts Of Alleged Bloodsucking Monsters From History

Long before author Bram Stoker introduced readers to Dracula in 1897, terrifying reports of real vampires struck fear in the hearts of people around the world.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 26, 2023