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The Story Of Elsa Einstein, The Long-Suffering Second Wife Of Albert Einstein

Elsa Einstein was Albert Einstein's second wife as well as his first cousin — and she remained married to him despite his frequent affairs.

By Kara Goldfarb • Feb 4, 2024

The Story Of Elsa Einstein, The Long-Suffering Second Wife Of Albert Einstein

Elsa Einstein was Albert Einstein's second wife as well as his first cousin — and she remained married to him despite his frequent affairs.

By Kara Goldfarb • February 4, 2024

The 27 Club And Ten Of Its Most Shocking Deaths

The 27 Club is a group of musicians and performers who died tragically at just the age of 27. These are the stories behind its most infamous members.

By Erin Kelly • Feb 4, 2024

The 27 Club And Ten Of Its Most Shocking Deaths

The 27 Club is a group of musicians and performers who died tragically at just the age of 27. These are the stories behind its most infamous members.

By Erin Kelly • February 4, 2024

The Wild Story Of Tom Horn, The Infamous Cowboy And Hitman Of The Old West

Tom Horn was a scout for the U.S. Army, a cowboy, a deputy sheriff, and a private detective for the Pinkerton Agency. But it was his final stint as a hired gun that would lead to his demise.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Feb 3, 2024

The Wild Story Of Tom Horn, The Infamous Cowboy And Hitman Of The Old West

Tom Horn was a scout for the U.S. Army, a cowboy, a deputy sheriff, and a private detective for the Pinkerton Agency. But it was his final stint as a hired gun that would lead to his demise.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • February 3, 2024

This Week In History News, Jan. 28 – Feb. 3

Ancient knife inscribed with runes found in Denmark, Roman toilet spoon unearthed in Wales, Maya jade mask discovered in Guatemala.

By All That's Interesting • Feb 2, 2024

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This Week In History News, Jan. 28 – Feb. 3

Ancient knife inscribed with runes found in Denmark, Roman toilet spoon unearthed in Wales, Maya jade mask discovered in Guatemala.

By All That's Interesting • February 2, 2024

The Murky History Of The Ark Of The Covenant, The Most Sacred Relic Of The Ancient Israelites

An elaborate gold-plated, wooden chest, the Ark of the Covenant is believed to hold the original Ten Commandments — but where is it?

By Kaleena Fraga • Feb 1, 2024

The Murky History Of The Ark Of The Covenant, The Most Sacred Relic Of The Ancient Israelites

An elaborate gold-plated, wooden chest, the Ark of the Covenant is believed to hold the original Ten Commandments — but where is it?

By Kaleena Fraga • February 1, 2024

The Mysterious Death Of Danny Casolaro, The Journalist Who May Have Been Killed For Getting Too Close To The Truth

On August 10, 1991, employees at the Sheraton Hotel in Martinsburg, West Virginia found freelance journalist Danny Casolaro dead in room 517 — but who killed him?

By Jessica O'Connor • Feb 1, 2024

The Mysterious Death Of Danny Casolaro, The Journalist Who May Have Been Killed For Getting Too Close To The Truth

On August 10, 1991, employees at the Sheraton Hotel in Martinsburg, West Virginia found freelance journalist Danny Casolaro dead in room 517 — but who killed him?

By Jessica O'Connor • February 1, 2024

Ancient Roman ‘Toilet Spoon’ Discovered By Metal Detectorist In Wales

Known as a ligula, this unusual object would have been used to extract cosmetics, perfume, or medicine from long-necked bottles.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 31, 2024

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Ancient Roman ‘Toilet Spoon’ Discovered By Metal Detectorist In Wales

Known as a ligula, this unusual object would have been used to extract cosmetics, perfume, or medicine from long-necked bottles.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 31, 2024

Was Atlantis Real? Inside The Myth Of The Lost City And The Intriguing Theories About Its Existence

First mentioned by Plato in Timaeus and Critias, the lost city of Atlantis later became a widely debated topic among historians. But is Atlantis real?

By Austin Harvey • Jan 30, 2024

Was Atlantis Real? Inside The Myth Of The Lost City And The Intriguing Theories About Its Existence

First mentioned by Plato in Timaeus and Critias, the lost city of Atlantis later became a widely debated topic among historians. But is Atlantis real?

By Austin Harvey • January 30, 2024

Amelia Earhart’s Long-Lost Plane May Have Just Been Discovered 16,000 Feet Below The Surface Of The Pacific Ocean

New sonar images from Deep Sea Vision show a plane-shaped object on the floor of the Pacific Ocean — and it could be Amelia Earhart's Lockheed Electra.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 30, 2024

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Amelia Earhart’s Long-Lost Plane May Have Just Been Discovered 16,000 Feet Below The Surface Of The Pacific Ocean

New sonar images from Deep Sea Vision show a plane-shaped object on the floor of the Pacific Ocean — and it could be Amelia Earhart's Lockheed Electra.

By Austin Harvey • January 30, 2024

Gary Plauché, The Louisiana Dad Who Took Deadly Revenge On His Son’s Rapist On Live Television

On March 16, 1984, Gary Plauché waited at the airport for Jeff Doucet, who had kidnapped his son, Jody — then shot him dead as cameras rolled.

By Tim Brinkhof • Jan 30, 2024

Gary Plauché, The Louisiana Dad Who Took Deadly Revenge On His Son’s Rapist On Live Television

On March 16, 1984, Gary Plauché waited at the airport for Jeff Doucet, who had kidnapped his son, Jody — then shot him dead as cameras rolled.

By Tim Brinkhof • January 30, 2024