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An Israeli Court Just Halted The Auction Of A Nazi Tattoo Kit Used To Brand Prisoners At Auschwitz

The Auschwitz tattoo kit is one of only three others like it in the world and was expected to sell for up to $40,000 at auction in Israel.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 5, 2021

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An Israeli Court Just Halted The Auction Of A Nazi Tattoo Kit Used To Brand Prisoners At Auschwitz

The Auschwitz tattoo kit is one of only three others like it in the world and was expected to sell for up to $40,000 at auction in Israel.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 5, 2021

‘Hangover Prevention’ Ring Discovered Amid Ruins Of Ancient Israeli Wine Factory

The gold and amethyst ring likely belonged to someone of great wealth and may have been a family heirloom.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 5, 2021

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‘Hangover Prevention’ Ring Discovered Amid Ruins Of Ancient Israeli Wine Factory

The gold and amethyst ring likely belonged to someone of great wealth and may have been a family heirloom.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 5, 2021

From Nazi-Hunting To Covert Missions: Inside The Military Career Of Actor Christopher Lee

The celebrated British actor claimed to have served in a number of secret organizations during World War II, but some have accused him of exaggerating his role.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 5, 2021

From Nazi-Hunting To Covert Missions: Inside The Military Career Of Actor Christopher Lee

The celebrated British actor claimed to have served in a number of secret organizations during World War II, but some have accused him of exaggerating his role.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 5, 2021

33 Unsettling Photographs Of The Challenger Explosion As It Unfolded

From the crew's last days of training to the moment the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded, see one of the worst disasters in American aerospace history as it happened.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 5, 2021

33 Unsettling Photographs Of The Challenger Explosion As It Unfolded

From the crew's last days of training to the moment the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded, see one of the worst disasters in American aerospace history as it happened.

By Natasha Ishak • November 5, 2021

The Double Life Of Soccer Mom And Serial Killer Nurse, Kristen Gilbert

The bright snapshot of her suburban life belied a dark negative — Kristen Gilbert was a serial killer who preyed on the weakest victims: those she nursed.

By Andrew Milne • Nov 5, 2021

The Double Life Of Soccer Mom And Serial Killer Nurse, Kristen Gilbert

The bright snapshot of her suburban life belied a dark negative — Kristen Gilbert was a serial killer who preyed on the weakest victims: those she nursed.

By Andrew Milne • November 5, 2021

The Tragic Story Of The Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping

Though a suspect was identified, tried, convicted, and executed, mystery still surrounds the infamous Lindbergh baby kidnapping of 1932.

By Katie Serena • Nov 5, 2021

The Tragic Story Of The Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping

Though a suspect was identified, tried, convicted, and executed, mystery still surrounds the infamous Lindbergh baby kidnapping of 1932.

By Katie Serena • November 5, 2021

The Remarkable Life Of Violet Bonham Carter, The Outspoken Grandmother Of Helena Bonham Carter

A skilled orator and activist, Lady Violet Asquith took Britain’s Liberal Party by storm — and made it onto Hitler’s most wanted list in the process.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 4, 2021

The Remarkable Life Of Violet Bonham Carter, The Outspoken Grandmother Of Helena Bonham Carter

A skilled orator and activist, Lady Violet Asquith took Britain’s Liberal Party by storm — and made it onto Hitler’s most wanted list in the process.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 4, 2021

Inside Jesus’ Tomb And The Real Story Behind The Location Of Christ’s Burial Chamber

After remaining sealed for centuries, the burial tomb of Jesus Christ at Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre was briefly opened in 2016.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 4, 2021

Inside Jesus’ Tomb And The Real Story Behind The Location Of Christ’s Burial Chamber

After remaining sealed for centuries, the burial tomb of Jesus Christ at Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre was briefly opened in 2016.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 4, 2021

The Astounding Story Of Martin Laurello, The Sideshow Performer With The Revolving Head

Known as the "Human Owl," Martin Joe Laurello shocked audiences in the 1920s and '30s with his ability to turn his head completely backward.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 4, 2021

The Astounding Story Of Martin Laurello, The Sideshow Performer With The Revolving Head

Known as the "Human Owl," Martin Joe Laurello shocked audiences in the 1920s and '30s with his ability to turn his head completely backward.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 4, 2021

The Outrageous True Story Of Abbie Hoffman, The Face Of 1960s Counterculture

From protesting the Vietnam War to founding the Youth International Party, Abbot Howard "Abbie" Hoffman became one of the most iconic activists of the New Left.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 4, 2021

The Outrageous True Story Of Abbie Hoffman, The Face Of 1960s Counterculture

From protesting the Vietnam War to founding the Youth International Party, Abbot Howard "Abbie" Hoffman became one of the most iconic activists of the New Left.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 4, 2021