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The Historic Village Of Story, Indiana Has A Population Of Three — And It Could Be Yours

The tiny town of Story is historic, peaceful, and on the market for just $3.8 million

By Erin Kelly • Apr 30, 2019

The Historic Village Of Story, Indiana Has A Population Of Three — And It Could Be Yours

The tiny town of Story is historic, peaceful, and on the market for just $3.8 million

By Erin Kelly • April 30, 2019

The U.S. Navy Is Drafting New Internal Guidelines For Reporting UFOs

The new guidelines are still being drafted, but the Navy has been outspoken about wanting to learn more about what its pilots have encountered.

By Marco Margaritoff • Apr 24, 2019

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The U.S. Navy Is Drafting New Internal Guidelines For Reporting UFOs

The new guidelines are still being drafted, but the Navy has been outspoken about wanting to learn more about what its pilots have encountered.

By Marco Margaritoff • April 24, 2019

44 Vintage Photos Of Sideshow “Freaks” That Will Leave You Unsettled

The phenomenon of sideshow "freaks" drew huge crowds in the 19th and 20th centuries, including the likes of Queen Victoria.

By Erin Kelly • Apr 22, 2019

44 Vintage Photos Of Sideshow “Freaks” That Will Leave You Unsettled

The phenomenon of sideshow "freaks" drew huge crowds in the 19th and 20th centuries, including the likes of Queen Victoria.

By Erin Kelly • April 22, 2019

Spanish Ghost Villages Arise As Economic Crisis Forces Abandonment

The abandoned villages are so affordable that even Gwyneth Paltrow listed one on Goop's holiday gift guide.

By Erin Kelly • Apr 20, 2019

Spanish Ghost Villages Arise As Economic Crisis Forces Abandonment

The abandoned villages are so affordable that even Gwyneth Paltrow listed one on Goop's holiday gift guide.

By Erin Kelly • April 20, 2019

Meet The Chinese Water Deer: The “Vampire Deer” That Grows Fang-Like Tusks Instead Of Antlers

Despite its name, Chinese water deer are found across Europe and possess remarkable survival tactics that allow them to thrive in varied climates.

By Natasha Ishak • Apr 15, 2019

Meet The Chinese Water Deer: The “Vampire Deer” That Grows Fang-Like Tusks Instead Of Antlers

Despite its name, Chinese water deer are found across Europe and possess remarkable survival tactics that allow them to thrive in varied climates.

By Natasha Ishak • April 15, 2019

44 Nostalgia-Inducing Photos Of The Golden Age Of ’80s Hip-Hop

Each generation of hip-hop fans has its preferences but it was '80s hip-hop that made the genre what we know today.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 28, 2019

44 Nostalgia-Inducing Photos Of The Golden Age Of ’80s Hip-Hop

Each generation of hip-hop fans has its preferences but it was '80s hip-hop that made the genre what we know today.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 28, 2019

Inside The Baffling, Unsolved Case Of The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Heist

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist, the largest private property theft in world history, may remain unsolved as its last living suspect has died.

By Leah Silverman • Mar 26, 2019

Inside The Baffling, Unsolved Case Of The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Heist

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist, the largest private property theft in world history, may remain unsolved as its last living suspect has died.

By Leah Silverman • March 26, 2019

James Stern, Black Activist, Becomes President Of Neo-Nazi Group In Order To Dismantle It From The Inside

James Stern has thus far managed to convince the group's former leader to retire swastikas and other over Nazi iconography — and also to make him the group's new president and director.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 12, 2019

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James Stern, Black Activist, Becomes President Of Neo-Nazi Group In Order To Dismantle It From The Inside

James Stern has thus far managed to convince the group's former leader to retire swastikas and other over Nazi iconography — and also to make him the group's new president and director.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 12, 2019

Born Female And Transitioned To Male, Jareth Nebula Now Identifies As A Genderless Alien

In an attempt to find their identity, Jareth Nebula initially transitioned from female to male — but it didn't suffice.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 7, 2019

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Born Female And Transitioned To Male, Jareth Nebula Now Identifies As A Genderless Alien

In an attempt to find their identity, Jareth Nebula initially transitioned from female to male — but it didn't suffice.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 7, 2019

Researchers Uncover 1,000-Year-Old Mayan Artifacts 80 Feet Beneath Ancient Ruins

The ritual space will help to rewrite the story of Chichén Itzá — and ultimately what we know about the history of the Mayans.

By Erin Kelly • Mar 6, 2019

Researchers Uncover 1,000-Year-Old Mayan Artifacts 80 Feet Beneath Ancient Ruins

The ritual space will help to rewrite the story of Chichén Itzá — and ultimately what we know about the history of the Mayans.

By Erin Kelly • March 6, 2019