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The Heartbreaking Story Behind The Marshall University Plane Crash, The ‘Worst Sports-Related Air Tragedy In U.S. History’

In November 1970, a plane crash killed most of the Marshall football team, the aftermath of which inspired the 2006 film We Are Marshall.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • May 28, 2026

The Heartbreaking Story Behind The Marshall University Plane Crash, The ‘Worst Sports-Related Air Tragedy In U.S. History’

In November 1970, a plane crash killed most of the Marshall football team, the aftermath of which inspired the 2006 film We Are Marshall.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • May 28, 2026

The Chilling Case Of Maureen Kelly, The Naked Hiker Who Vanished During A ‘Spiritual Quest’

In June 2013, 19-year-old Maureen Leianuhea "Anu" Kelly went missing while camping with friends in a remote part of the Pacific Northwest, wearing nothing but a fanny pack.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • May 28, 2026

The Chilling Case Of Maureen Kelly, The Naked Hiker Who Vanished During A ‘Spiritual Quest’

In June 2013, 19-year-old Maureen Leianuhea "Anu" Kelly went missing while camping with friends in a remote part of the Pacific Northwest, wearing nothing but a fanny pack.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • May 28, 2026

The Confederate Army Of Manhattan, The Southern Operatives Who Tried To Burn New York City To The Ground

In November 1864, a group of eight Confederates set fires throughout Manhattan, hoping to destroy the city — but their plot ultimately went up in smoke.

By Andrew Milne • May 27, 2026

The Confederate Army Of Manhattan, The Southern Operatives Who Tried To Burn New York City To The Ground

In November 1864, a group of eight Confederates set fires throughout Manhattan, hoping to destroy the city — but their plot ultimately went up in smoke.

By Andrew Milne • May 27, 2026

The Crimes Of Matias Reyes, The Career Criminal Whose Confession Exonerated The Central Park Five

In Central Park on April 19, 1989, Matias Reyes beat and raped a jogger named Trisha Meili. A year later, five innocent teenagers would be found guilty of his crimes.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 27, 2026

The Crimes Of Matias Reyes, The Career Criminal Whose Confession Exonerated The Central Park Five

In Central Park on April 19, 1989, Matias Reyes beat and raped a jogger named Trisha Meili. A year later, five innocent teenagers would be found guilty of his crimes.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 27, 2026

Archaeologists In Saudi Arabia Just Unearthed An Expertly Crafted Collection Of More Than 100 Pieces Of Gold Jewelry That Date Back 1,100 Years

Found at the Diriyah archaeological site in Saudi Arabia’s Al–Qassim region, this enormous collection features expertly crafted pendants, discs, and beads adorned with floral patterns and multicolored stones.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 27, 2026

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Archaeologists In Saudi Arabia Just Unearthed An Expertly Crafted Collection Of More Than 100 Pieces Of Gold Jewelry That Date Back 1,100 Years

Found at the Diriyah archaeological site in Saudi Arabia’s Al–Qassim region, this enormous collection features expertly crafted pendants, discs, and beads adorned with floral patterns and multicolored stones.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 27, 2026

27 Victorian Death Photos And The Disturbing History Behind Them

To this day, Victorian death pictures remain chilling artifacts of a bygone era that's shocking to modern sensibilities.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 27, 2026

27 Victorian Death Photos And The Disturbing History Behind Them

To this day, Victorian death pictures remain chilling artifacts of a bygone era that's shocking to modern sensibilities.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 27, 2026

Bill The Butcher, The Gangster Who Terrorized The Streets Of Mid-1800s New York City With The Bowery Boys

William Poole, who earned the nickname "Bill the Butcher" for his ruthlessness, led a life even more blood-soaked than portrayed in Gangs of New York.

By Joseph Williams • May 27, 2026

Bill The Butcher, The Gangster Who Terrorized The Streets Of Mid-1800s New York City With The Bowery Boys

William Poole, who earned the nickname "Bill the Butcher" for his ruthlessness, led a life even more blood-soaked than portrayed in Gangs of New York.

By Joseph Williams • May 27, 2026

Meet Hugh Thompson, The Hero Who Stopped The Mỹ Lai Massacre — And Was Branded A Traitor For It

An American helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War, Hugh Thompson Jr. threatened his fellow soldiers at My Lai that he would shoot them if they didn't stop killing civilians.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 27, 2026

Meet Hugh Thompson, The Hero Who Stopped The Mỹ Lai Massacre — And Was Branded A Traitor For It

An American helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War, Hugh Thompson Jr. threatened his fellow soldiers at My Lai that he would shoot them if they didn't stop killing civilians.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 27, 2026

What Does Chernobyl Look Like Now? Inside The Disaster Zone Of Northern Ukraine

After the April 1986 nuclear disaster, a 30-kilometer zone around Chernobyl was completely abandoned. This is what it looks like today.

By John Kuroski • May 26, 2026

What Does Chernobyl Look Like Now? Inside The Disaster Zone Of Northern Ukraine

After the April 1986 nuclear disaster, a 30-kilometer zone around Chernobyl was completely abandoned. This is what it looks like today.

By John Kuroski • May 26, 2026

How Did Frida Kahlo Die? Why The Renowned Artist’s Death Remains Shrouded In Mystery

On July 13, 1954, 47-year-old Frida Kahlo died at her home in Mexico City, but certain details have some convinced that the real cause of her death was covered up.

By Natasha Ishak • May 26, 2026

How Did Frida Kahlo Die? Why The Renowned Artist’s Death Remains Shrouded In Mystery

On July 13, 1954, 47-year-old Frida Kahlo died at her home in Mexico City, but certain details have some convinced that the real cause of her death was covered up.

By Natasha Ishak • May 26, 2026

Inside Lévitan, The Nazi Department Store Where Jewish Prisoners Were Forced To Sell Their Own Belongings

Under the Nazi occupation of France, the Jewish-owned Parisian furniture store Lévitan was converted into a work camp where some 800 Jewish prisoners were held.

By Natasha Ishak • May 26, 2026

Inside Lévitan, The Nazi Department Store Where Jewish Prisoners Were Forced To Sell Their Own Belongings

Under the Nazi occupation of France, the Jewish-owned Parisian furniture store Lévitan was converted into a work camp where some 800 Jewish prisoners were held.

By Natasha Ishak • May 26, 2026

Inside The Tragic Murder Of Ennis Cosby, Bill Cosby’s Son Who Was Killed In Cold Blood

On January 16, 1997, Ennis Cosby pulled his car over to the side of a Los Angeles interstate to change a tire and was brutally gunned down by Mikhail Markhasev during a failed robbery.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 26, 2026

Inside The Tragic Murder Of Ennis Cosby, Bill Cosby’s Son Who Was Killed In Cold Blood

On January 16, 1997, Ennis Cosby pulled his car over to the side of a Los Angeles interstate to change a tire and was brutally gunned down by Mikhail Markhasev during a failed robbery.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 26, 2026