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How Francys Arsentiev Became The ‘Sleeping Beauty’ Of Mount Everest

Known as the "Sleeping Beauty" of Mount Everest, American mountaineer Francys Arsentiev died tragically atop Earth's highest peak on May 24, 1998.

By Gina Dimuro • Jul 16, 2023

How Francys Arsentiev Became The ‘Sleeping Beauty’ Of Mount Everest

Known as the "Sleeping Beauty" of Mount Everest, American mountaineer Francys Arsentiev died tragically atop Earth's highest peak on May 24, 1998.

By Gina Dimuro • July 16, 2023

55 Images That Reveal The Devastation Of The U.S. Civil War

One of the first wars photographed in history, these images captured the brutality of the conflict that killed almost three percent of the American population.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 16, 2023

55 Images That Reveal The Devastation Of The U.S. Civil War

One of the first wars photographed in history, these images captured the brutality of the conflict that killed almost three percent of the American population.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 16, 2023

The Story Of Marcy Borders, The ‘Dust Lady’ Of 9/11

On September 11, 2001, Marcy Borders escaped her office in the World Trade Center just before the Twin Towers collapsed. Soon after, she was photographed covered in ash from head to toe and became known as the "Dust Lady."

By Natasha Ishak • Jul 16, 2023

The Story Of Marcy Borders, The ‘Dust Lady’ Of 9/11

On September 11, 2001, Marcy Borders escaped her office in the World Trade Center just before the Twin Towers collapsed. Soon after, she was photographed covered in ash from head to toe and became known as the "Dust Lady."

By Natasha Ishak • July 16, 2023

Why Alexander The Great’s Tomb Remains Elusive After 2,000 Years

After Alexander the Great died in Babylon in 323 B.C.E., he was buried in Memphis before being moved to Alexandria — but the exact location of his tomb remains mysterious.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 15, 2023

Why Alexander The Great’s Tomb Remains Elusive After 2,000 Years

After Alexander the Great died in Babylon in 323 B.C.E., he was buried in Memphis before being moved to Alexandria — but the exact location of his tomb remains mysterious.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 15, 2023

Inside The Secret Life Of Notorious Pinup Girl-Turned-Recluse Bettie Page

After suddenly disappearing from the spotlight in 1957, Bettie Page’s later life was shrouded in mystery — but then she resurfaced years later in a series of violent incidents.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 15, 2023

Inside The Secret Life Of Notorious Pinup Girl-Turned-Recluse Bettie Page

After suddenly disappearing from the spotlight in 1957, Bettie Page’s later life was shrouded in mystery — but then she resurfaced years later in a series of violent incidents.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 15, 2023

The Chilling Story Of The Unsolved Lumber Baron Inn Murders

In 1970, two teenage girls were murdered at Denver's Lumber Baron Inn. More than 50 years later, their killer is still unknown — but some guests say the victims' ghosts still roam the halls.

By Austin Harvey • Jul 15, 2023

The Chilling Story Of The Unsolved Lumber Baron Inn Murders

In 1970, two teenage girls were murdered at Denver's Lumber Baron Inn. More than 50 years later, their killer is still unknown — but some guests say the victims' ghosts still roam the halls.

By Austin Harvey • July 15, 2023

This Week In History News, Jul. 9 – 15

Civil War-era coin trove unearthed in Kentucky, 1,100-year-old Viking burial found in Norway, possible oldest settlement in North America discovered in Oregon.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 14, 2023

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This Week In History News, Jul. 9 – 15

Civil War-era coin trove unearthed in Kentucky, 1,100-year-old Viking burial found in Norway, possible oldest settlement in North America discovered in Oregon.

By All That's Interesting • July 14, 2023

A 1,100-Year-Old Viking Grave Was Just Uncovered In Southern Norway By A Family Renovating Their House

Oddbjørn Holum Heiland was digging in his yard to prepare for a home extension when he accidentally unearthed a ninth-century Viking burial site rife with artifacts.

By Austin Harvey • Jul 13, 2023

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A 1,100-Year-Old Viking Grave Was Just Uncovered In Southern Norway By A Family Renovating Their House

Oddbjørn Holum Heiland was digging in his yard to prepare for a home extension when he accidentally unearthed a ninth-century Viking burial site rife with artifacts.

By Austin Harvey • July 13, 2023

9/11 Pictures That Reveal The Tragedy Of America’s Darkest Day

In the deadliest terror attack in history, nearly 3,000 people lost their lives in New York and Washington, D.C. on September 11, 2001. These 9/11 pictures capture the tragedy.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 13, 2023

9/11 Pictures That Reveal The Tragedy Of America’s Darkest Day

In the deadliest terror attack in history, nearly 3,000 people lost their lives in New York and Washington, D.C. on September 11, 2001. These 9/11 pictures capture the tragedy.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 13, 2023

Crossing The Rubicon: Inside The Meaning Of This Famous Idiom That Dates Back To Ancient Rome

When Julius Caesar committed an act of war by crossing the Rubicon River and moving into Roman territory in 49 B.C.E., he gave birth to a classic phrase meaning that one has passed the point of no return.

By Amber Morgan • Jul 12, 2023

Crossing The Rubicon: Inside The Meaning Of This Famous Idiom That Dates Back To Ancient Rome

When Julius Caesar committed an act of war by crossing the Rubicon River and moving into Roman territory in 49 B.C.E., he gave birth to a classic phrase meaning that one has passed the point of no return.

By Amber Morgan • July 12, 2023