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Inside The Tragic Death Of Arabella Kennedy, John And Jackie Kennedy’s Firstborn Daughter

On August 23, 1956, Jackie Kennedy gave birth to her first child with John F. Kennedy, a stillborn daughter she would later call Arabella.

By Amber Morgan • May 25, 2024

Inside The Tragic Death Of Arabella Kennedy, John And Jackie Kennedy’s Firstborn Daughter

On August 23, 1956, Jackie Kennedy gave birth to her first child with John F. Kennedy, a stillborn daughter she would later call Arabella.

By Amber Morgan • May 25, 2024

Prehistoric Tools Found In Maryland Suggest Humans Came To America 7,000 Years Earlier Than Previously Thought

Geologist Darrin Lowery published his findings from Parsons Island in a 260-page manuscript online, which has drawn criticism from academics who would have preferred Lowery publish in a peer-reviewed journal.

By Austin Harvey • May 24, 2024

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Prehistoric Tools Found In Maryland Suggest Humans Came To America 7,000 Years Earlier Than Previously Thought

Geologist Darrin Lowery published his findings from Parsons Island in a 260-page manuscript online, which has drawn criticism from academics who would have preferred Lowery publish in a peer-reviewed journal.

By Austin Harvey • May 24, 2024

Explorers Discover The Wreckage Of World War 2 Ace Richard Bong’s Plane ‘Marge’ In A Papua New Guinea Jungle

The fighter plane, nicknamed "Marge" after Richard Bong's girlfriend, crashed into the jungle of Papua New Guinea in March 1944 after its engine failed.

By Amber Morgan • May 24, 2024

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Explorers Discover The Wreckage Of World War 2 Ace Richard Bong’s Plane ‘Marge’ In A Papua New Guinea Jungle

The fighter plane, nicknamed "Marge" after Richard Bong's girlfriend, crashed into the jungle of Papua New Guinea in March 1944 after its engine failed.

By Amber Morgan • May 24, 2024

Hundreds Of Bones From At Least Three Woolly Mammoths Found By An Austrian Man Renovating His Wine Cellar

The mammoth bones are between 30,000 and 40,000 years old and were well-preserved by the surrounding sediment.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 24, 2024

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Hundreds Of Bones From At Least Three Woolly Mammoths Found By An Austrian Man Renovating His Wine Cellar

The mammoth bones are between 30,000 and 40,000 years old and were well-preserved by the surrounding sediment.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 24, 2024

Inside The 15 Most Frightening Stories Of Ghost Ships From History

Over the centuries, numerous vessels have been found floating on the high seas without a crew — here are some of the most disturbing cases.

By Gabe Paoletti • May 24, 2024

Inside The 15 Most Frightening Stories Of Ghost Ships From History

Over the centuries, numerous vessels have been found floating on the high seas without a crew — here are some of the most disturbing cases.

By Gabe Paoletti • May 24, 2024

46 Enthralling Facts About The Presidents Of The United States

From George Washington's dentures to James Garfield's agonizing death, learn some captivating presidential facts that even some history buffs don't know.

By Gabe Paoletti • May 24, 2024

46 Enthralling Facts About The Presidents Of The United States

From George Washington's dentures to James Garfield's agonizing death, learn some captivating presidential facts that even some history buffs don't know.

By Gabe Paoletti • May 24, 2024

Marilyn Vos Savant: The ‘World’s Smartest Woman’ Who Has An IQ Of 228

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Marilyn vos Savant has the world's highest IQ ever recorded — but many have tried to challenge that title.

By Katie Serena • May 24, 2024

Marilyn Vos Savant: The ‘World’s Smartest Woman’ Who Has An IQ Of 228

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Marilyn vos Savant has the world's highest IQ ever recorded — but many have tried to challenge that title.

By Katie Serena • May 24, 2024

How A Librarian From Wisconsin Named Mary Brunner Became Charles Manson’s First Recruit

Though Mary Brunner helped the Manson Family kill Gary Hinman and gave birth to Charles Manson's son, she later testified against the group.

By Andrew Milne • May 24, 2024

How A Librarian From Wisconsin Named Mary Brunner Became Charles Manson’s First Recruit

Though Mary Brunner helped the Manson Family kill Gary Hinman and gave birth to Charles Manson's son, she later testified against the group.

By Andrew Milne • May 24, 2024

The History Of The Machine, The University Of Alabama’s ‘Secret’ Society That Allegedly Controls Life On Campus

For over a century, the underground organization known as The Machine has been covertly influencing everything from student government to Greek life at the University of Alabama.

By Amber Morgan • May 23, 2024

The History Of The Machine, The University Of Alabama’s ‘Secret’ Society That Allegedly Controls Life On Campus

For over a century, the underground organization known as The Machine has been covertly influencing everything from student government to Greek life at the University of Alabama.

By Amber Morgan • May 23, 2024

Inside The Tragic Death Of Jonathan Brandis, The 1990s Teenage Heartthrob Who Took His Own Life In 2003

Once one of Hollywood's biggest teen idols, Jonathan Brandis died by suicide in November 2003 at age 27 after experiencing a lull in his career.

By Amber Morgan • May 23, 2024

Inside The Tragic Death Of Jonathan Brandis, The 1990s Teenage Heartthrob Who Took His Own Life In 2003

Once one of Hollywood's biggest teen idols, Jonathan Brandis died by suicide in November 2003 at age 27 after experiencing a lull in his career.

By Amber Morgan • May 23, 2024