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The Story Of The Apocalyptic Frenzy Inspired By The Arrival Of Halley’s Comet In 1910

In 1910, Halley’s Comet was due to pass close by Earth — and everyone from religious fanatics to news reporters stoked the fires of a global panic, believing it was the end of the world.

By Genevieve Carlton • Aug 23, 2021

The Story Of The Apocalyptic Frenzy Inspired By The Arrival Of Halley’s Comet In 1910

In 1910, Halley’s Comet was due to pass close by Earth — and everyone from religious fanatics to news reporters stoked the fires of a global panic, believing it was the end of the world.

By Genevieve Carlton • August 23, 2021

Inside Devil’s Island, The Most Feared Prison In Modern History

From 1852 to 1953, the inmates of France’s infamous Devil’s Island penal colony in the Caribbean died en masse from malnutrition, disease, and futile escape attempts.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 23, 2021

Inside Devil’s Island, The Most Feared Prison In Modern History

From 1852 to 1953, the inmates of France’s infamous Devil’s Island penal colony in the Caribbean died en masse from malnutrition, disease, and futile escape attempts.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 23, 2021

57 Photos Of The Day The Berlin Wall Fell

The fall of the Berlin Wall on November 9, 1989, marked not just the dismantling of a barrier, but a victory for freedom itself.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 22, 2021

57 Photos Of The Day The Berlin Wall Fell

The fall of the Berlin Wall on November 9, 1989, marked not just the dismantling of a barrier, but a victory for freedom itself.

By Natasha Ishak • August 22, 2021

Who Was Buffalo Bill? The True Story Of The Man Who Created The ‘Wild West’

The "Wild West" that America fell in love with didn't exist. It was invented by Buffalo Bill — who himself was a character invented by the eccentric William F. Cody.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 21, 2021

Who Was Buffalo Bill? The True Story Of The Man Who Created The ‘Wild West’

The "Wild West" that America fell in love with didn't exist. It was invented by Buffalo Bill — who himself was a character invented by the eccentric William F. Cody.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 21, 2021

50 Interesting Random Facts That Will Melt Your Brain And Shock Your Friends

From Abraham Lincoln's wrestling career to the killer habits of cats, these random facts are guaranteed to boggle your mind.

By Katie Serena • Aug 21, 2021

50 Interesting Random Facts That Will Melt Your Brain And Shock Your Friends

From Abraham Lincoln's wrestling career to the killer habits of cats, these random facts are guaranteed to boggle your mind.

By Katie Serena • August 21, 2021

Inside The Tragic Sinking Of The RMS Titanic And The Full Story Behind It

Discover the most fascinating facts and stories about the sinking of the RMS Titanic on April 15, 1912, from how it happened to how many people died.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 20, 2021

Inside The Tragic Sinking Of The RMS Titanic And The Full Story Behind It

Discover the most fascinating facts and stories about the sinking of the RMS Titanic on April 15, 1912, from how it happened to how many people died.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 20, 2021

This Week In History News, Aug. 15 – 21

Ancient Chinese couples' remains found locked in an eternal embrace, perfectly-preserved bodies discovered at Pompeii, prehistoric turtle egg unearthed with an embryo inside.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 20, 2021

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This Week In History News, Aug. 15 – 21

Ancient Chinese couples' remains found locked in an eternal embrace, perfectly-preserved bodies discovered at Pompeii, prehistoric turtle egg unearthed with an embryo inside.

By All That's Interesting • August 20, 2021

Meet Dennis Nilsen, The ‘British Jeffrey Dahmer’ Who Terrorized 1970s And ’80s London

Known as "The Muswell Hill Murderer," Scottish serial killer and necrophile Dennis Nilsen murdered more than a dozen victims while living in London starting in 1978.

By Katie Serena • Aug 19, 2021

Meet Dennis Nilsen, The ‘British Jeffrey Dahmer’ Who Terrorized 1970s And ’80s London

Known as "The Muswell Hill Murderer," Scottish serial killer and necrophile Dennis Nilsen murdered more than a dozen victims while living in London starting in 1978.

By Katie Serena • August 19, 2021

46 Fascinating Photos Of 1960s Afghanistan Before The Taliban

1960s Afghanistan presents a stark contrast to the war-torn region we recognize today. Take a peek at the way Afghanistan was — and how it can be again.

By Alexander Baldwin • Aug 19, 2021

46 Fascinating Photos Of 1960s Afghanistan Before The Taliban

1960s Afghanistan presents a stark contrast to the war-torn region we recognize today. Take a peek at the way Afghanistan was — and how it can be again.

By Alexander Baldwin • August 19, 2021

The Remarkable Story Of Ann Lowe, The Black Fashion Designer Who Created Jackie Kennedy’s Wedding Dress

The first African American fashion designer to open a store on Madison Avenue, Ann Lowe was known as "society's best-kept secret" in New York.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 18, 2021

The Remarkable Story Of Ann Lowe, The Black Fashion Designer Who Created Jackie Kennedy’s Wedding Dress

The first African American fashion designer to open a store on Madison Avenue, Ann Lowe was known as "society's best-kept secret" in New York.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 18, 2021