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9 Outlandish Stories Of Court Jesters Throughout History, From The Medieval Flatulist To Lord Minimus

Jesters played an important role in entertaining royal courts throughout Europe from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance — but their lives weren't always fun and games.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 9, 2023

9 Outlandish Stories Of Court Jesters Throughout History, From The Medieval Flatulist To Lord Minimus

Jesters played an important role in entertaining royal courts throughout Europe from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance — but their lives weren't always fun and games.

By Austin Harvey • November 9, 2023

This New 3D Recreation Of Ancient Rome Allows Users To Fly Over Its Iconic Landmarks As They Were In The 4th Century

The program has been in the works for nearly 50 years and offers viewers a birds-eye or on-the-ground view of ancient Rome in its prime.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 9, 2023

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This New 3D Recreation Of Ancient Rome Allows Users To Fly Over Its Iconic Landmarks As They Were In The 4th Century

The program has been in the works for nearly 50 years and offers viewers a birds-eye or on-the-ground view of ancient Rome in its prime.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 9, 2023

The Disturbing Story Of Larry Hall, The Civil War Buff Who May Have Killed 40 Women

In 1994, Larry Hall admitted to police that he killed dozens of women and girls across the Midwest — but he immediately recanted his confession.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 9, 2023

The Disturbing Story Of Larry Hall, The Civil War Buff Who May Have Killed 40 Women

In 1994, Larry Hall admitted to police that he killed dozens of women and girls across the Midwest — but he immediately recanted his confession.

By Austin Harvey • November 9, 2023

How Plane Crash Survivor Annette Herfkens Survived 192 Hours Alone In The Vietnamese Jungle

In November 1992, Annette Herfkens was flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang with her fiancé when their plane went down in the jungle, leaving Herfkens the sole survivor.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 8, 2023

How Plane Crash Survivor Annette Herfkens Survived 192 Hours Alone In The Vietnamese Jungle

In November 1992, Annette Herfkens was flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang with her fiancé when their plane went down in the jungle, leaving Herfkens the sole survivor.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 8, 2023

Lee Harvey Oswald, The Alleged JFK Assassin Who Was Killed Before His Day In Court

An ex-Marine who briefly defected to the Soviet Union, Lee Harvey Oswald had a turbulent life before he was accused of killing John F. Kennedy in 1963.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 8, 2023

Lee Harvey Oswald, The Alleged JFK Assassin Who Was Killed Before His Day In Court

An ex-Marine who briefly defected to the Soviet Union, Lee Harvey Oswald had a turbulent life before he was accused of killing John F. Kennedy in 1963.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 8, 2023

The Tumultuous Life And Tragic Death Of Dennis Wilson, The Fast-Living Beach Boys Drummer

Three days after Dennis Wilson checked out of rehab in December 1983, he drowned in the chilly waters of California's Marina del Rey at the age of just 39.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 8, 2023

The Tumultuous Life And Tragic Death Of Dennis Wilson, The Fast-Living Beach Boys Drummer

Three days after Dennis Wilson checked out of rehab in December 1983, he drowned in the chilly waters of California's Marina del Rey at the age of just 39.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 8, 2023

Inside Gunung Padang, The Indonesian Megalith That May Be The Oldest Pyramid In The World

With pieces that might be 27,000 years old, the pyramid known as Gunung Padang could be evidence of an advanced civilization that predates any other in world history.

By Bernadette Deron • Nov 8, 2023

Inside Gunung Padang, The Indonesian Megalith That May Be The Oldest Pyramid In The World

With pieces that might be 27,000 years old, the pyramid known as Gunung Padang could be evidence of an advanced civilization that predates any other in world history.

By Bernadette Deron • November 8, 2023

The Outrageous Story Of Daniel Lugo And The Sun Gym Gang That Wreaked Havoc In 1990s Miami

In the true story that inspired Pain & Gain, Daniel Lugo and the Sun Gym gang botched multiple kidnapping plots, accidentally killed several of their extortion targets, and brutally disfigured their victims' corpses in a failed attempt to cover up their crimes.

By Rivy Lyon • Nov 7, 2023

The Outrageous Story Of Daniel Lugo And The Sun Gym Gang That Wreaked Havoc In 1990s Miami

In the true story that inspired Pain & Gain, Daniel Lugo and the Sun Gym gang botched multiple kidnapping plots, accidentally killed several of their extortion targets, and brutally disfigured their victims' corpses in a failed attempt to cover up their crimes.

By Rivy Lyon • November 7, 2023

Massive Nordic Bronze Age Meeting Age Hall Discovered In Germany May Have Belonged To The Legendary King Hinz

A burial mound possibly linked to King Hinz was discovered in 1899, but there is little historical record of his rule.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 7, 2023

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Massive Nordic Bronze Age Meeting Age Hall Discovered In Germany May Have Belonged To The Legendary King Hinz

A burial mound possibly linked to King Hinz was discovered in 1899, but there is little historical record of his rule.

By Austin Harvey • November 7, 2023

What Is The Euthanasia Coaster? All About The Hypothetical Thrill Ride Designed To Kill Its Passengers

The brainchild of Lithuanian artist Julijonas Urbonas, the Euthanasia Coaster reaches 1,600 feet high, runs 4.5 miles long, and tops out at 220 miles per hour.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 7, 2023

What Is The Euthanasia Coaster? All About The Hypothetical Thrill Ride Designed To Kill Its Passengers

The brainchild of Lithuanian artist Julijonas Urbonas, the Euthanasia Coaster reaches 1,600 feet high, runs 4.5 miles long, and tops out at 220 miles per hour.

By Austin Harvey • November 7, 2023