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A Norwegian Farmer Just Discovered A 1,100-Year-Old Viking Sword In His Field

The weapon dates to between 900 and 1050 C.E. and may be one of the famed Ulfberht swords.

By Amber Morgan • Jun 3, 2024

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A Norwegian Farmer Just Discovered A 1,100-Year-Old Viking Sword In His Field

The weapon dates to between 900 and 1050 C.E. and may be one of the famed Ulfberht swords.

By Amber Morgan • June 3, 2024

Divers Just Uncovered An Ancient Roman Structure Sitting Right Under The Surf Off Italy’s Western Coast

Dating back to at least the second century C.E., this structure may have been part of an aristocrat's lavish beachside villa.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 3, 2024

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Divers Just Uncovered An Ancient Roman Structure Sitting Right Under The Surf Off Italy’s Western Coast

Dating back to at least the second century C.E., this structure may have been part of an aristocrat's lavish beachside villa.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 3, 2024

Inside The Murder Of Lana Clarkson, The Actress Shot By Music Legend Phil Spector

Go inside the true story of Lana Clarkson's death at the hands of music producer Phil Spector in 2003 — and the tumultuous trial that ensued.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 3, 2024

Inside The Murder Of Lana Clarkson, The Actress Shot By Music Legend Phil Spector

Go inside the true story of Lana Clarkson's death at the hands of music producer Phil Spector in 2003 — and the tumultuous trial that ensued.

By Austin Harvey • June 3, 2024

Miep Gies, The Woman Who Hid Anne Frank And Gave Her Diary To The World

Miep Gies hid the Frank family for years during the German occupation of the Netherlands and even saved Anne Frank's diary from falling into Nazi hands.

By Katie Serena • Jun 2, 2024

Miep Gies, The Woman Who Hid Anne Frank And Gave Her Diary To The World

Miep Gies hid the Frank family for years during the German occupation of the Netherlands and even saved Anne Frank's diary from falling into Nazi hands.

By Katie Serena • June 2, 2024

Why Some Believe That Polish Barber Aaron Kosminski Was Jack The Ripper

DNA evidence suggests that a Polish immigrant named Aaron Kosminski who was working as a hairdresser in London's Whitechapel district in 1888 may have been the infamous serial killer Jack the Ripper.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 2, 2024

Why Some Believe That Polish Barber Aaron Kosminski Was Jack The Ripper

DNA evidence suggests that a Polish immigrant named Aaron Kosminski who was working as a hairdresser in London's Whitechapel district in 1888 may have been the infamous serial killer Jack the Ripper.

By Marco Margaritoff • June 2, 2024

Woman Learns The ‘Fake’ Renaissance Painting She Kept Over Her Stove Was Actually A 700-Year-Old Masterpiece

"I immediately thought it was a work of Italian primitivism. But I didn't imagine it was a Cimabue," said the auctioneer who was first to examine the painting.

By Natasha Ishak • Jun 2, 2024

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Woman Learns The ‘Fake’ Renaissance Painting She Kept Over Her Stove Was Actually A 700-Year-Old Masterpiece

"I immediately thought it was a work of Italian primitivism. But I didn't imagine it was a Cimabue," said the auctioneer who was first to examine the painting.

By Natasha Ishak • June 2, 2024

1,700-Year-Old Sock Reveals The Height Of Fashion In The Days Of Ancient Egypt

First discovered in 1913, it has taken researchers over a century to unravel the piece of clothing's secrets.

By Caroline Redmond • Jun 2, 2024

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1,700-Year-Old Sock Reveals The Height Of Fashion In The Days Of Ancient Egypt

First discovered in 1913, it has taken researchers over a century to unravel the piece of clothing's secrets.

By Caroline Redmond • June 2, 2024

The Wild Life Of Scott Scurlock, The Eccentric Mastermind Behind Nearly 20 Seattle Bank Robberies

Prolific bank robber Scott Scurlock evaded arrest for years by wearing costume makeup and elaborate disguises during his robberies — earning him the nickname the “Hollywood Bandit.”

By Amber Morgan • Jun 2, 2024

The Wild Life Of Scott Scurlock, The Eccentric Mastermind Behind Nearly 20 Seattle Bank Robberies

Prolific bank robber Scott Scurlock evaded arrest for years by wearing costume makeup and elaborate disguises during his robberies — earning him the nickname the “Hollywood Bandit.”

By Amber Morgan • June 2, 2024

The Chilling Story Of The Manson Family Members Who Murdered 9 People In 1969

Discover what happened to the Manson Family cult members who brutally murdered at least nine people in southern California in the summer of 1969.

By Katie Serena • Jun 2, 2024

The Chilling Story Of The Manson Family Members Who Murdered 9 People In 1969

Discover what happened to the Manson Family cult members who brutally murdered at least nine people in southern California in the summer of 1969.

By Katie Serena • June 2, 2024

Inside The Myrtles Plantation And The Story Of Its Haunting

Ever since David Bradford built the Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville, Louisiana in 1796, rumors have swirled about its alleged haunting by vengeful ghosts.

By Wyatt Redd • Jun 1, 2024

Inside The Myrtles Plantation And The Story Of Its Haunting

Ever since David Bradford built the Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville, Louisiana in 1796, rumors have swirled about its alleged haunting by vengeful ghosts.

By Wyatt Redd • June 1, 2024