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The Story Of William Heirens, The Alleged ‘Lipstick Killer’ Convicted Of Murdering Three Victims In 1940s Chicago

As a teenager, "Lipstick Killer" William Heirens was sentenced to life in prison for a series of grisly murders he'd allegedly committed on Chicago’s North Side — but many believe he was innocent.

By Katie Serena • Nov 3, 2024

The Story Of William Heirens, The Alleged ‘Lipstick Killer’ Convicted Of Murdering Three Victims In 1940s Chicago

As a teenager, "Lipstick Killer" William Heirens was sentenced to life in prison for a series of grisly murders he'd allegedly committed on Chicago’s North Side — but many believe he was innocent.

By Katie Serena • November 3, 2024

The Grisly Crimes Of The Axeman Of New Orleans, The Vicious Serial Killer Who Targeted Italian Grocers

In the late 1910s, a mysterious serial killer known as the Axeman of New Orleans terrorized the city, breaking into homes and brutally attacking about a dozen people, often with their own axes.

By Katie Serena • Nov 3, 2024

The Grisly Crimes Of The Axeman Of New Orleans, The Vicious Serial Killer Who Targeted Italian Grocers

In the late 1910s, a mysterious serial killer known as the Axeman of New Orleans terrorized the city, breaking into homes and brutally attacking about a dozen people, often with their own axes.

By Katie Serena • November 3, 2024

Was James Earl Ray Really The Man Who Killed Martin Luther King?

James Earl Ray pleaded guilty to assassinating Martin Luther King Jr. — then he quickly recanted his confession and claimed there was a conspiracy.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 3, 2024

Was James Earl Ray Really The Man Who Killed Martin Luther King?

James Earl Ray pleaded guilty to assassinating Martin Luther King Jr. — then he quickly recanted his confession and claimed there was a conspiracy.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 3, 2024

Inside The Dramatic History Of The Temple Of Artemis, One Of The World’s Seven Ancient Wonders

While the Temple of Artemis lies in ruins today, it was once one of the largest and most opulent Greek temples, earning it a spot as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 2, 2024

Inside The Dramatic History Of The Temple Of Artemis, One Of The World’s Seven Ancient Wonders

While the Temple of Artemis lies in ruins today, it was once one of the largest and most opulent Greek temples, earning it a spot as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 2, 2024

Rosemary Kennedy, JFK’s Sister Who Was Lobotomized And Locked Away

After being lobotomized in 1941 at 23 years old, Rosemary Kennedy would spend the rest of her life institutionalized and isolated from her family.

By Katie Serena • Nov 2, 2024

Rosemary Kennedy, JFK’s Sister Who Was Lobotomized And Locked Away

After being lobotomized in 1941 at 23 years old, Rosemary Kennedy would spend the rest of her life institutionalized and isolated from her family.

By Katie Serena • November 2, 2024

Inside R&B Icon Aaliyah’s Tragic Death In A Fiery Plane Crash

Aaliyah was only 22 years old when she died on August 25, 2001, after the small airplane she was traveling in plummeted to the ground just after it took off from the Bahamas.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 1, 2024

Inside R&B Icon Aaliyah’s Tragic Death In A Fiery Plane Crash

Aaliyah was only 22 years old when she died on August 25, 2001, after the small airplane she was traveling in plummeted to the ground just after it took off from the Bahamas.

By Austin Harvey • November 1, 2024

Divers Recover Rare ‘Onion Bottles’ From An 18th-Century Shipwreck Off The Coast Of Florida

The 300-year-old glass bottles were pulled from the wreckage of a fleet of ships that sank after sailing into a hurricane in July 1715.

By Amber Morgan • Nov 1, 2024

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Divers Recover Rare ‘Onion Bottles’ From An 18th-Century Shipwreck Off The Coast Of Florida

The 300-year-old glass bottles were pulled from the wreckage of a fleet of ships that sank after sailing into a hurricane in July 1715.

By Amber Morgan • November 1, 2024

‘Entrance To The Underworld’ Discovered Beneath A 16th-Century Church In Mexico

It's long been believed that the ancient city of Mitla in Mexico sat over tunnels to the underworld — and archaeologists are getting closer to proving that such tunnels actually exist.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 1, 2024

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‘Entrance To The Underworld’ Discovered Beneath A 16th-Century Church In Mexico

It's long been believed that the ancient city of Mitla in Mexico sat over tunnels to the underworld — and archaeologists are getting closer to proving that such tunnels actually exist.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 1, 2024

The 9 Most Haunted Forests Around The World, From Transylvania To New Jersey

Step inside the most terrifying haunted forests in the world, eerie woodlands allegedly home to everything from ghosts to cryptids to UFOs.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 30, 2024

The 9 Most Haunted Forests Around The World, From Transylvania To New Jersey

Step inside the most terrifying haunted forests in the world, eerie woodlands allegedly home to everything from ghosts to cryptids to UFOs.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 30, 2024

‘Staggering’ Number Of Centuries-Old Witches’ Marks Found On The Walls Of A Tudor Manor In Gainsborough, England

Markings that may date back to the 15th century and were meant to ward off witches, demons, and the evil eye were found on the walls of Gainsborough Old Hall in Lincolnshire, England.

By Amber Morgan • Oct 30, 2024

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‘Staggering’ Number Of Centuries-Old Witches’ Marks Found On The Walls Of A Tudor Manor In Gainsborough, England

Markings that may date back to the 15th century and were meant to ward off witches, demons, and the evil eye were found on the walls of Gainsborough Old Hall in Lincolnshire, England.

By Amber Morgan • October 30, 2024