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New Analysis Has Revealed The Water Of Pompeii Was Dense In Heavy Metals — And May Have Foretold Mount Vesuvius’ Eruption

Before the construction of a Roman aqueduct around 20 B.C.E. the hygienic conditions of baths in Pompeii were "far from ideal."

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 16, 2026

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New Analysis Has Revealed The Water Of Pompeii Was Dense In Heavy Metals — And May Have Foretold Mount Vesuvius’ Eruption

Before the construction of a Roman aqueduct around 20 B.C.E. the hygienic conditions of baths in Pompeii were "far from ideal."

By Kaleena Fraga • January 16, 2026

Archaeologists In Siberia Have Discovered Medieval Child Graves Filled With Treasures

The grave goods from the fifth to eighth centuries C.E. include ornate belts, silver jewelry, and even gems.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 14, 2026

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Archaeologists In Siberia Have Discovered Medieval Child Graves Filled With Treasures

The grave goods from the fifth to eighth centuries C.E. include ornate belts, silver jewelry, and even gems.

By Austin Harvey • January 14, 2026

The Tragic Story Of Jacob Stockdale, The Former ‘Wife Swap’ Contestant Who Killed His Mother And Brother

Nine years after his conservative family was featured on the ABC show "Wife Swap," Jacob Stockdale fatally shot his mother and brother before attempting to take his own life.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 14, 2026

The Tragic Story Of Jacob Stockdale, The Former ‘Wife Swap’ Contestant Who Killed His Mother And Brother

Nine years after his conservative family was featured on the ABC show "Wife Swap," Jacob Stockdale fatally shot his mother and brother before attempting to take his own life.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 14, 2026

Kate Morgan, The Young Woman Who Died By Suicide At The Hotel Del Coronado — And Has Allegedly Haunted It Ever Since

The most famous ghost at the Hotel del Coronado in California is Kate Morgan, a 24-year-old who died by suicide on the hotel grounds in 1892.

By Aimee Lamoureux • Jan 11, 2026

Kate Morgan, The Young Woman Who Died By Suicide At The Hotel Del Coronado — And Has Allegedly Haunted It Ever Since

The most famous ghost at the Hotel del Coronado in California is Kate Morgan, a 24-year-old who died by suicide on the hotel grounds in 1892.

By Aimee Lamoureux • January 11, 2026

Inside California’s Slab City, Where People Go To Live Way Off The Grid

The makeshift town of Slab City in the Colorado Desert might not be glamorous, but thousands of nomads call it home during the winter.

By Wyatt Redd • Jan 11, 2026

Inside California’s Slab City, Where People Go To Live Way Off The Grid

The makeshift town of Slab City in the Colorado Desert might not be glamorous, but thousands of nomads call it home during the winter.

By Wyatt Redd • January 11, 2026

How Legendary Mobster Lucky Luciano’s Ring Allegedly Ended Up On The Show ‘Pawn Stars’

A gold signet ring purportedly owned by Lucky Luciano surfaced in 2012 with a price tag of $100,000 — even though the seller had no papers to authenticate it.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 10, 2026

How Legendary Mobster Lucky Luciano’s Ring Allegedly Ended Up On The Show ‘Pawn Stars’

A gold signet ring purportedly owned by Lucky Luciano surfaced in 2012 with a price tag of $100,000 — even though the seller had no papers to authenticate it.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 10, 2026

The Curious Story Of Kim Ung-Yong, The South Korean Child Prodigy Who Became Known As A ‘Failed Genius’

Kim Ung-yong became famous as a child for his ability to speak multiple languages and solve complex equations, but he ultimately opted for a quiet life as a university professor.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 8, 2026

The Curious Story Of Kim Ung-Yong, The South Korean Child Prodigy Who Became Known As A ‘Failed Genius’

Kim Ung-yong became famous as a child for his ability to speak multiple languages and solve complex equations, but he ultimately opted for a quiet life as a university professor.

By Austin Harvey • January 8, 2026

Blanche Dumas, The ‘Three-Legged Courtesan’ Who Had Four Breasts And Two Vaginas

Born in Martinique around 1860, Blanche Dumas drew crowds by appearing nude in freak shows and allegedly went on to become a renowned sex worker in Paris.

By Ainsley Brown • Jan 5, 2026

Blanche Dumas, The ‘Three-Legged Courtesan’ Who Had Four Breasts And Two Vaginas

Born in Martinique around 1860, Blanche Dumas drew crowds by appearing nude in freak shows and allegedly went on to become a renowned sex worker in Paris.

By Ainsley Brown • January 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 • 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

Inside CONPLAN 8888, The U.S. Military’s Plan To Fend Off Zombies

Junior officers created CONPLAN 8888 in 2011 as part of a training exercise, and the elaborate plan details different types of zombies, ways the U.S. government could react to an outbreak, and even the Constitutional rights of the undead.

By Wyatt Redd • Dec 28, 2025

Inside CONPLAN 8888, The U.S. Military’s Plan To Fend Off Zombies

Junior officers created CONPLAN 8888 in 2011 as part of a training exercise, and the elaborate plan details different types of zombies, ways the U.S. government could react to an outbreak, and even the Constitutional rights of the undead.

By Wyatt Redd • December 28, 2025