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Sabrina Harman, The Army Reservist Who Became Infamous During The Abu Ghraib Scandal

While working at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq, Sabrina Harman was infamously photographed with abused prisoners, including a pile of naked and hooded men.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jan 8, 2026

Sabrina Harman, The Army Reservist Who Became Infamous During The Abu Ghraib Scandal

While working at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq, Sabrina Harman was infamously photographed with abused prisoners, including a pile of naked and hooded men.

By Genevieve Carlton • January 8, 2026

Scientists May Have Extracted Leonardo Da Vinci’s DNA From A Renaissance Sketch

Scientists extracted DNA from a chalk drawing called the "Holy Child," which may have been sketched by Leonardo da Vinci around 1470.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 8, 2026

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Scientists May Have Extracted Leonardo Da Vinci’s DNA From A Renaissance Sketch

Scientists extracted DNA from a chalk drawing called the "Holy Child," which may have been sketched by Leonardo da Vinci around 1470.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 8, 2026

2000-Year-Old Celtic War Trumpet Used In Battle Against The Romans Discovered During Construction In Eastern England

This rare bronze relic is just one of only three ever found in England and is the most complete artifact of its kind unearthed anywhere in Europe.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 8, 2026

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2000-Year-Old Celtic War Trumpet Used In Battle Against The Romans Discovered During Construction In Eastern England

This rare bronze relic is just one of only three ever found in England and is the most complete artifact of its kind unearthed anywhere in Europe.

By Austin Harvey • January 8, 2026

The Harrowing Story Of Travis The Chimp’s Attack That Left A Woman Without A Face

Travis was a beloved animal actor and a local fixture in his Connecticut town — until he viciously attacked his owner’s friend Charla Nash in 2009 and nearly ripped her face off.

By Jessica O'Connor • Jan 8, 2026

The Harrowing Story Of Travis The Chimp’s Attack That Left A Woman Without A Face

Travis was a beloved animal actor and a local fixture in his Connecticut town — until he viciously attacked his owner’s friend Charla Nash in 2009 and nearly ripped her face off.

By Jessica O'Connor • January 8, 2026

Inside The Brutal Murder Of Polly Klaas, The 12-Year-Old Kidnapped From A Slumber Party

On October 1, 1993, Polly Klaas was abducted at knifepoint during a sleepover at her home in Petaluma, California. She was later found murdered.

By Ainsley Brown • Jan 7, 2026

Inside The Brutal Murder Of Polly Klaas, The 12-Year-Old Kidnapped From A Slumber Party

On October 1, 1993, Polly Klaas was abducted at knifepoint during a sleepover at her home in Petaluma, California. She was later found murdered.

By Ainsley Brown • January 7, 2026

Archaeologists In Turkey Just Discovered The Head Of A Marble Hermes Statue Among The Ruins Of Ancient Laodicea

The statue of Hermes, found in present-day Turkey, likely once adorned the ancient city's bouleuterion, or assembly house.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 7, 2026

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Archaeologists In Turkey Just Discovered The Head Of A Marble Hermes Statue Among The Ruins Of Ancient Laodicea

The statue of Hermes, found in present-day Turkey, likely once adorned the ancient city's bouleuterion, or assembly house.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 7, 2026

‘We Were A Little Bit Unnerved’: Hundreds Of Victorian-Era Shoes Have Mysteriously Washed Up On A Beach In Wales

Since September 2025, volunteers from Beach Academy have stumbled upon more than 400 pieces of footwear, largely made of black leather, at the little coastal town of Ogmore-by-Sea.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 7, 2026

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‘We Were A Little Bit Unnerved’: Hundreds Of Victorian-Era Shoes Have Mysteriously Washed Up On A Beach In Wales

Since September 2025, volunteers from Beach Academy have stumbled upon more than 400 pieces of footwear, largely made of black leather, at the little coastal town of Ogmore-by-Sea.

By Austin Harvey • January 7, 2026

Inside Ted Bundy’s Death, From His Last Words To His Execution

At 7 a.m. on January 24, 1989, Ted Bundy died via execution in the electric chair at Florida State Prison after murdering dozens of victims between 1974 and 1978.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 7, 2026

Inside Ted Bundy’s Death, From His Last Words To His Execution

At 7 a.m. on January 24, 1989, Ted Bundy died via execution in the electric chair at Florida State Prison after murdering dozens of victims between 1974 and 1978.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 7, 2026

How Did John Candy Die? Inside The Beloved Comedian’s Tragic Death

After years of struggling with drug addiction and overeating, John Candy died of a heart attack on March 4, 1994.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 7, 2026

How Did John Candy Die? Inside The Beloved Comedian’s Tragic Death

After years of struggling with drug addiction and overeating, John Candy died of a heart attack on March 4, 1994.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 7, 2026

25 Haunting Photos Of Robert F. Kennedy’s Assassination During His 1968 Presidential Campaign

Robert F. Kennedy spent the moments before he was fatally shot by Sirhan Sirhan on June 5, 1968, thanking his supporters after winning California's Democratic presidential primary.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 6, 2026

25 Haunting Photos Of Robert F. Kennedy’s Assassination During His 1968 Presidential Campaign

Robert F. Kennedy spent the moments before he was fatally shot by Sirhan Sirhan on June 5, 1968, thanking his supporters after winning California's Democratic presidential primary.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 6, 2026