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The Story Of Julia Pastrana, The ‘Ape Woman’ Sideshow Performer

Billed as a human-orangutan hybrid, Julia Pastrana made her stage debut in 1854. Though she eventually fell in love and got married, her life was isolated and cut tragically short.

By Genevieve Carlton • Apr 9, 2024

The Story Of Julia Pastrana, The ‘Ape Woman’ Sideshow Performer

Billed as a human-orangutan hybrid, Julia Pastrana made her stage debut in 1854. Though she eventually fell in love and got married, her life was isolated and cut tragically short.

By Genevieve Carlton • April 9, 2024

College Students Opened Up A 1993 Time Capsule And Found Out Just How Much The World Has Changed

The time capsule included rave pacifiers, lists of the most popular shows and songs, and a condom that expired in 1997.

By Bernadette Deron • Apr 9, 2024

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College Students Opened Up A 1993 Time Capsule And Found Out Just How Much The World Has Changed

The time capsule included rave pacifiers, lists of the most popular shows and songs, and a condom that expired in 1997.

By Bernadette Deron • April 9, 2024

The Inside Story Of The Real-Life New Jersey Mob Boss Who Inspired Tony Soprano

Known as "Vinny Ocean," DeCavalcante crime family boss Vincent Palermo ruled northern New Jersey with an iron first, much like Tony Soprano.

By Austin Harvey • Apr 8, 2024

The Inside Story Of The Real-Life New Jersey Mob Boss Who Inspired Tony Soprano

Known as "Vinny Ocean," DeCavalcante crime family boss Vincent Palermo ruled northern New Jersey with an iron first, much like Tony Soprano.

By Austin Harvey • April 8, 2024

How Old Is The Bible? Here’s When The Christian Holy Book Was Actually Written

Go inside the complicated history of when the Bible was written and the ongoing debates about the authorship of the Christian holy book.

By Morgan Dunn • Apr 8, 2024

How Old Is The Bible? Here’s When The Christian Holy Book Was Actually Written

Go inside the complicated history of when the Bible was written and the ongoing debates about the authorship of the Christian holy book.

By Morgan Dunn • April 8, 2024

Who Killed Jimmy Hoffa? Inside His Still Unsolved Disappearance

Though many believe that he was killed by the Mafia, Jimmy Hoffa's body has never been found and the truth about what happened to him remains a mystery.

By Kellen Perry • Apr 8, 2024

Who Killed Jimmy Hoffa? Inside His Still Unsolved Disappearance

Though many believe that he was killed by the Mafia, Jimmy Hoffa's body has never been found and the truth about what happened to him remains a mystery.

By Kellen Perry • April 8, 2024

How Many Descendants Does Genghis Khan Have? The History Of The Mongolian Conqueror’s Astonishing Bloodline

The infamous conqueror is believed to have impregnated hundreds of women in his lifetime — and researchers believe as many as 16 million people may be descended from Genghis Khan today.

By Morgan Dunn • Apr 7, 2024

How Many Descendants Does Genghis Khan Have? The History Of The Mongolian Conqueror’s Astonishing Bloodline

The infamous conqueror is believed to have impregnated hundreds of women in his lifetime — and researchers believe as many as 16 million people may be descended from Genghis Khan today.

By Morgan Dunn • April 7, 2024

The Story Of Frank Nitti, Al Capone’s Right-Hand Man Who Took Over The Chicago Outfit

Known as "The Enforcer," Frank Nitti orchestrated dozens of murders for Al Capone before becoming the boss of the Chicago Outfit himself.

By Neil Patmore • Apr 6, 2024

The Story Of Frank Nitti, Al Capone’s Right-Hand Man Who Took Over The Chicago Outfit

Known as "The Enforcer," Frank Nitti orchestrated dozens of murders for Al Capone before becoming the boss of the Chicago Outfit himself.

By Neil Patmore • April 6, 2024

Frank DeCicco Conspired With John Gotti To Kill A Mob Boss — And Paid The Ultimate Price

When Frank DeCicco helped plan Paul Castellano's murder in December 1985, he was made the Gambino family's second in command by John Gotti. Four months later, he was dead.

By Hannah McKennett • Apr 6, 2024

Frank DeCicco Conspired With John Gotti To Kill A Mob Boss — And Paid The Ultimate Price

When Frank DeCicco helped plan Paul Castellano's murder in December 1985, he was made the Gambino family's second in command by John Gotti. Four months later, he was dead.

By Hannah McKennett • April 6, 2024

Who Was Jack The Ripper? Inside The Century-Old Mystery And The Leading Theories Today

An unidentified serial killer who murdered at least five women in London in 1888, Jack the Ripper's identity remains one of history's most infamous unsolved mysteries.

By Austin Harvey • Apr 5, 2024

Who Was Jack The Ripper? Inside The Century-Old Mystery And The Leading Theories Today

An unidentified serial killer who murdered at least five women in London in 1888, Jack the Ripper's identity remains one of history's most infamous unsolved mysteries.

By Austin Harvey • April 5, 2024

Ruins Of 1,700-Year-Old Roman Fort Found In Germany, Solving A Century-Old Mystery

For over 140 years, residents of Aachen, Germany, believed that their town sat atop an ancient Roman fort. Now, a recent construction project has just revealed that rumor to be true.

By Amber Morgan • Apr 5, 2024

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Ruins Of 1,700-Year-Old Roman Fort Found In Germany, Solving A Century-Old Mystery

For over 140 years, residents of Aachen, Germany, believed that their town sat atop an ancient Roman fort. Now, a recent construction project has just revealed that rumor to be true.

By Amber Morgan • April 5, 2024