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How Pablo Escobar’s ‘Cocaine Hippos’ Are Wreaking Havoc In Colombia To This Day

Colombian drug kingpin Pablo Escobar illegally imported four hippopotamuses for his private zoo in the 1980s, but they escaped after his death in 1993 — and now more than 150 of these "cocaine hippos" are running wild in the country's waterways.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 16, 2023

How Pablo Escobar’s ‘Cocaine Hippos’ Are Wreaking Havoc In Colombia To This Day

Colombian drug kingpin Pablo Escobar illegally imported four hippopotamuses for his private zoo in the 1980s, but they escaped after his death in 1993 — and now more than 150 of these "cocaine hippos" are running wild in the country's waterways.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 16, 2023

The Real History Of The Pilgrims That You Didn’t Learn In School

Who were the Pilgrims? Where did they come from? And why did they come to America? Here's why your history books only tell part of the story.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 15, 2023

The Real History Of The Pilgrims That You Didn’t Learn In School

Who were the Pilgrims? Where did they come from? And why did they come to America? Here's why your history books only tell part of the story.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 15, 2023

A Scuba Diver Just Discovered A Massive Treasure Cache Of Tens Of Thousands Of Ancient Roman Coins

The coins, which date back to the 4th century, were preserved in excellent condition, with archaeologists saying even the most weathered were still legible.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 15, 2023

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A Scuba Diver Just Discovered A Massive Treasure Cache Of Tens Of Thousands Of Ancient Roman Coins

The coins, which date back to the 4th century, were preserved in excellent condition, with archaeologists saying even the most weathered were still legible.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 15, 2023

‘Magical’ Roman Wind Chime With Winged Phallus Meant To Ward Off The Evil Eye Discovered In Serbia

The bronze wind chime phallus once hung at the entrance of a large home in the ancient Roman city of Viminacium.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 15, 2023

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‘Magical’ Roman Wind Chime With Winged Phallus Meant To Ward Off The Evil Eye Discovered In Serbia

The bronze wind chime phallus once hung at the entrance of a large home in the ancient Roman city of Viminacium.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 15, 2023

The Story Of Cobb Estate, The California Property That Was Once Owned By The Marx Brothers — And Is Said To Be Haunted

First established in 1918 by a lumber magnate, the Cobb Estate eventually became the subject of rumors about ghosts and aliens in its abandoned "Haunted Forest."

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 15, 2023

The Story Of Cobb Estate, The California Property That Was Once Owned By The Marx Brothers — And Is Said To Be Haunted

First established in 1918 by a lumber magnate, the Cobb Estate eventually became the subject of rumors about ghosts and aliens in its abandoned "Haunted Forest."

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 15, 2023

The Tragic Full Story Behind The Death Of Marilyn Monroe

In the early morning hours of August 5, 1962, Marilyn Monroe was found dead inside her Los Angeles home of an apparent drug overdose — but suspicions of foul play have persisted ever since.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 15, 2023

The Tragic Full Story Behind The Death Of Marilyn Monroe

In the early morning hours of August 5, 1962, Marilyn Monroe was found dead inside her Los Angeles home of an apparent drug overdose — but suspicions of foul play have persisted ever since.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 15, 2023

44 Photos That Show How The Rust Belt Became A Ghost Of Its Former Glory

Once a thriving industrial region in the United States, the Rust Belt is now blighted by economic decline, population loss, and urban decay.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 14, 2023

44 Photos That Show How The Rust Belt Became A Ghost Of Its Former Glory

Once a thriving industrial region in the United States, the Rust Belt is now blighted by economic decline, population loss, and urban decay.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 14, 2023

Inside The Truth About Napoleon Bonaparte’s Height And The Origin Of The Phrase ‘Napoleon Complex’

Although history remembers Napoleon as an abnormally short ruler, he was actually taller than many Frenchmen of his time — so where did the misconception about Napoleon's height originate?

By Austin Harvey • Nov 14, 2023

Inside The Truth About Napoleon Bonaparte’s Height And The Origin Of The Phrase ‘Napoleon Complex’

Although history remembers Napoleon as an abnormally short ruler, he was actually taller than many Frenchmen of his time — so where did the misconception about Napoleon's height originate?

By Austin Harvey • November 14, 2023

Scientists Just Discovered A Lost Continent Thought To Have Disappeared Without A Trace 155 Million Years Ago

The continent known as Argoland broke off from northwestern Australia 155 million years ago.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 14, 2023

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Scientists Just Discovered A Lost Continent Thought To Have Disappeared Without A Trace 155 Million Years Ago

The continent known as Argoland broke off from northwestern Australia 155 million years ago.

By Austin Harvey • November 14, 2023

Who Made Fanta? Inside The Surprising Nazi Origins Of The Popular Beverage

The German businessman who invented Fanta marketed it in Nazi Germany as an alternative to Coca-Cola during World War II.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 14, 2023

Who Made Fanta? Inside The Surprising Nazi Origins Of The Popular Beverage

The German businessman who invented Fanta marketed it in Nazi Germany as an alternative to Coca-Cola during World War II.

By Austin Harvey • November 14, 2023