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What Was The Trench Coat Mafia? Inside This Infamous Columbine Myth

Columbine shooters Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold were supposedly victimized outcasts who belonged to a "Trench Coat Mafia" bent on revenge — but none of it was true.

By Marco Margaritoff Apr 13, 2024

What Was The Trench Coat Mafia? Inside This Infamous Columbine Myth

Columbine shooters Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold were supposedly victimized outcasts who belonged to a "Trench Coat Mafia" bent on revenge — but none of it was true.

By Marco Margaritoff April 13, 2024

The True Story Behind The Classic Children’s Nursery Rhyme ‘Ring Around The Rosie’

"Ring Around the Rosie" was likely created as a children's singing game in 18th-century Germany — but some people believe it has much darker origins.

By Austin Harvey Apr 12, 2024

The True Story Behind The Classic Children’s Nursery Rhyme ‘Ring Around The Rosie’

"Ring Around the Rosie" was likely created as a children's singing game in 18th-century Germany — but some people believe it has much darker origins.

By Austin Harvey April 12, 2024

Meet Tony Spilotro, The Ruthless Mobster That The Mafia Couldn’t Control

Known to his associates in the Chicago Outfit as "Tony the Ant," mobster Anthony Spilotro ran amok in 1970s Las Vegas — then suffered a brutal death.

By Carly Silver Apr 12, 2024

Meet Tony Spilotro, The Ruthless Mobster That The Mafia Couldn’t Control

Known to his associates in the Chicago Outfit as "Tony the Ant," mobster Anthony Spilotro ran amok in 1970s Las Vegas — then suffered a brutal death.

By Carly Silver April 12, 2024

The Disturbing Story Of Reena Virk, The Canadian Teen Brutally Murdered By A Group Of Her Peers In 1997

Reena Virk was a victim of bullying who desperately wanted to fit in with her small-town Canadian peers — then a mob of them beat and killed her in a horrific swarming attack.

By Austin Harvey Apr 11, 2024

The Disturbing Story Of Reena Virk, The Canadian Teen Brutally Murdered By A Group Of Her Peers In 1997

Reena Virk was a victim of bullying who desperately wanted to fit in with her small-town Canadian peers — then a mob of them beat and killed her in a horrific swarming attack.

By Austin Harvey April 11, 2024

The True Story Of Sonny Barger, The Hells Angels President Who Led The Club To International Fame

Ralph "Sonny" Barger was just 20 years old when he took control of the Hells Angels in 1958. Under his leadership, the small California motorcycle club quickly grew into a notorious group with chapters across 63 countries.

By Austin Harvey Apr 10, 2024

The True Story Of Sonny Barger, The Hells Angels President Who Led The Club To International Fame

Ralph "Sonny" Barger was just 20 years old when he took control of the Hells Angels in 1958. Under his leadership, the small California motorcycle club quickly grew into a notorious group with chapters across 63 countries.

By Austin Harvey April 10, 2024

What Is The Minotaur, The Bull-Headed Monster Of The Greek Labyrinth?

One of the most disturbing creatures of Greek mythology, the Minotaur stalked the Labyrinth and feasted on human flesh — until he was killed by Theseus.

By Genevieve Carlton Apr 9, 2024

What Is The Minotaur, The Bull-Headed Monster Of The Greek Labyrinth?

One of the most disturbing creatures of Greek mythology, the Minotaur stalked the Labyrinth and feasted on human flesh — until he was killed by Theseus.

By Genevieve Carlton April 9, 2024

The Fascinating Story Of Quetzalcoatl, The Feathered Serpent Deity Worshiped By The Aztecs

One of the most important gods in the Aztec pantheon, Quetzalcoatl was associated with wind, wisdom, and agriculture and was believed to have invented the calendar, discovered maize, and even created humankind.

By Genevieve Carlton Apr 9, 2024

The Fascinating Story Of Quetzalcoatl, The Feathered Serpent Deity Worshiped By The Aztecs

One of the most important gods in the Aztec pantheon, Quetzalcoatl was associated with wind, wisdom, and agriculture and was believed to have invented the calendar, discovered maize, and even created humankind.

By Genevieve Carlton April 9, 2024

The Story Of Zzyzx, The Eerie Ghost Town Along A Dead-End Road In The Middle Of The California Desert

Zzyzx was founded by a con artist in the 1940s as a spa where he could peddle his quack remedies — and its history is even weirder than its name.

By Erin Kelly Apr 9, 2024

The Story Of Zzyzx, The Eerie Ghost Town Along A Dead-End Road In The Middle Of The California Desert

Zzyzx was founded by a con artist in the 1940s as a spa where he could peddle his quack remedies — and its history is even weirder than its name.

By Erin Kelly April 9, 2024
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