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Veronica Franco Nude

Meet Veronica Franco, The Revered Venetian Courtesan Who Was Defamed By Claims Of Witchcraft

In Renaissance-era Venice, Veronica Franco reached unusual heights for a woman as an educated courtesan. But as luxurious as the position was, it could be easily destroyed.

By Genevieve Carlton Feb 3, 2021

Meet Veronica Franco, The Revered Venetian Courtesan Who Was Defamed By Claims Of Witchcraft

In Renaissance-era Venice, Veronica Franco reached unusual heights for a woman as an educated courtesan. But as luxurious as the position was, it could be easily destroyed.

By Genevieve Carlton February 3, 2021
Rogers Flipping Off KKK
Rogers Flipping Off KKK

The Little-Known Story Of The Time Mr. Rogers Sued The KKK

After he learned that the Missouri chapter of the Ku Klux Klan was impersonating him in order to spread racist messages to kids, Mr. Rogers took them on — and won.

By Natasha Ishak Jan 31, 2021

The Little-Known Story Of The Time Mr. Rogers Sued The KKK

After he learned that the Missouri chapter of the Ku Klux Klan was impersonating him in order to spread racist messages to kids, Mr. Rogers took them on — and won.

By Natasha Ishak January 31, 2021
Indigenous Tlinga And Russian Invaders
Indigenous Tlinga And Russian Invaders

‘Sacred’ Fort Where Indigenous Alaskans Stood Up To Russian Invaders Uncovered After 200 Years

The Indigenous Tlingit people had occupied the area for 11,000 years. So when colonialist Russian forces moved in, the Tlingit weren't going to give up without a fight.

By Marco Margaritoff Jan 28, 2021
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‘Sacred’ Fort Where Indigenous Alaskans Stood Up To Russian Invaders Uncovered After 200 Years

The Indigenous Tlingit people had occupied the area for 11,000 years. So when colonialist Russian forces moved in, the Tlingit weren't going to give up without a fight.

By Marco Margaritoff January 28, 2021
Asa And Forrest Featured
Asa And Forrest Featured

Meet Asa Earl Carter, The Klansman Who Reinvented Himself As A ‘Native American’

In the 1950s and '60s, Asa Earl Carter was a violent white supremacist. But years later, he tried to cover up his racist past — by pretending to be a Native American author.

By Morgan Dunn Jan 27, 2021

Meet Asa Earl Carter, The Klansman Who Reinvented Himself As A ‘Native American’

In the 1950s and '60s, Asa Earl Carter was a violent white supremacist. But years later, he tried to cover up his racist past — by pretending to be a Native American author.

By Morgan Dunn January 27, 2021
Greek Diver And Ancient Shipwreck
Greek Diver And Ancient Shipwreck

Trove Of ‘Ancient Treasures’ Discovered In A Third-Century Roman Shipwreck Near Greece

"This is the first time we have found amphorae from Spain and North Africa, which probably transported oil to Rhodes or the coasts of Asia Minor."

By Marco Margaritoff Jan 27, 2021
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Trove Of ‘Ancient Treasures’ Discovered In A Third-Century Roman Shipwreck Near Greece

"This is the first time we have found amphorae from Spain and North Africa, which probably transported oil to Rhodes or the coasts of Asia Minor."

By Marco Margaritoff January 27, 2021
Mabel Willebrandt Featured
Mabel Willebrandt Featured

Meet Mabel Walker Willebrandt, The Woman Who Took Down Prohibition’s Biggest Bootleggers

In 1921, Mabel Walker Willebrandt became the highest-ranking woman in the U.S. federal government. Appointed as the assistant attorney general, she used her power to enforce Prohibition.

By Morgan Dunn Jan 26, 2021

Meet Mabel Walker Willebrandt, The Woman Who Took Down Prohibition’s Biggest Bootleggers

In 1921, Mabel Walker Willebrandt became the highest-ranking woman in the U.S. federal government. Appointed as the assistant attorney general, she used her power to enforce Prohibition.

By Morgan Dunn January 26, 2021
Pack Of Man And Dogs
Pack Of Man And Dogs

First Settlers In The Americas Brought Domesticated Wolves With Them, Study Says

"The dogs that accompanied them as they entered this completely new world may have been as much a part of their cultural repertoire as the stone tools they carried."

By Marco Margaritoff Jan 26, 2021
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First Settlers In The Americas Brought Domesticated Wolves With Them, Study Says

"The dogs that accompanied them as they entered this completely new world may have been as much a part of their cultural repertoire as the stone tools they carried."

By Marco Margaritoff January 26, 2021
Holly Bobo Selfie
Holly Bobo Selfie

Holly Bobo Was Last Seen With A Mysterious Stranger — And Never Returned

On April 13, 2011, Holly Bobo disappeared into the woods behind her family's home in Tennessee, leaving investigators with few clues or leads.

By Aimee Lamoureux Jan 25, 2021

Holly Bobo Was Last Seen With A Mysterious Stranger — And Never Returned

On April 13, 2011, Holly Bobo disappeared into the woods behind her family's home in Tennessee, leaving investigators with few clues or leads.

By Aimee Lamoureux January 25, 2021
Judy Buenoano Featured
Judy Buenoano Featured

Meet Judy Buenoano, The ‘Black Widow’ Serial Killer Who Murdered Her Family — And Almost Got Away With It

Judy Buenoano killed her husband, her next boyfriend, and even her own son for insurance money. And no one suspected a thing — until she tried to firebomb her last fiancé's car.

By Marco Margaritoff Jan 24, 2021

Meet Judy Buenoano, The ‘Black Widow’ Serial Killer Who Murdered Her Family — And Almost Got Away With It

Judy Buenoano killed her husband, her next boyfriend, and even her own son for insurance money. And no one suspected a thing — until she tried to firebomb her last fiancé's car.

By Marco Margaritoff January 24, 2021
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