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Bobby Fuller Was Becoming America’s Biggest Rock ‘N’ Roller — Then He Was Found Dead

The 23-year-old musical genius and frontman for The Bobby Fuller Four was on the brink of superstardom when he was found inexplicably burned and bruised in the front seat of his mom's car.

By Andrew Lenoir • Sep 11, 2019

Bobby Fuller Was Becoming America’s Biggest Rock ‘N’ Roller — Then He Was Found Dead

The 23-year-old musical genius and frontman for The Bobby Fuller Four was on the brink of superstardom when he was found inexplicably burned and bruised in the front seat of his mom's car.

By Andrew Lenoir • September 11, 2019

The Complicated Legacy Of Simón Bolívar, The ‘Liberator’ Of South America

Simón Bolívar freed South America's slaves — but he was also a wealthy descendent of Spaniards who believed in the interests of the state over the interests of the people.

By Natasha Ishak • Sep 9, 2019

The Complicated Legacy Of Simón Bolívar, The ‘Liberator’ Of South America

Simón Bolívar freed South America's slaves — but he was also a wealthy descendent of Spaniards who believed in the interests of the state over the interests of the people.

By Natasha Ishak • September 9, 2019

Was Asherah The Wife Of God That Time Forgot?

Some biblical archaeologists believe that a slew of ancient female figurines could very well represent an early Judeo-Christian Goddess named Asherah, the wife of God.

By James Burch • Sep 8, 2019

Was Asherah The Wife Of God That Time Forgot?

Some biblical archaeologists believe that a slew of ancient female figurines could very well represent an early Judeo-Christian Goddess named Asherah, the wife of God.

By James Burch • September 8, 2019

Dragons Don’t Exist. So Why Are They Everywhere?

From ancient China to Mesoamerica, dragon legends are ubiquitous across dozens of cultures across the world.

By James Burch • Sep 6, 2019

Dragons Don’t Exist. So Why Are They Everywhere?

From ancient China to Mesoamerica, dragon legends are ubiquitous across dozens of cultures across the world.

By James Burch • September 6, 2019

The Alleged Last Living Relative Of Adolf Hitler Was Just Convicted Of Pedophilia

While the lineage Romano-Lukas Hitler claimed remains in dispute, his advances on a 13-year-old girl have officially made him a convicted pedophile. He firmly rejects what he did was wrong.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 6, 2019

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The Alleged Last Living Relative Of Adolf Hitler Was Just Convicted Of Pedophilia

While the lineage Romano-Lukas Hitler claimed remains in dispute, his advances on a 13-year-old girl have officially made him a convicted pedophile. He firmly rejects what he did was wrong.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 6, 2019

Meet Adolphe Sax: The Badass Who Invented The Saxophone And Cheated Death 7 Times

No one thought Adolphe Sax would make it past childhood after his myriad near-death experiences. But he did — and invented an instrument that revolutionized the music world.

By Andrew Milne • Sep 5, 2019

Meet Adolphe Sax: The Badass Who Invented The Saxophone And Cheated Death 7 Times

No one thought Adolphe Sax would make it past childhood after his myriad near-death experiences. But he did — and invented an instrument that revolutionized the music world.

By Andrew Milne • September 5, 2019

Why The JFK Magic Bullet Theory Might Not Be As Crazy As You Think

The Warren Commission concluded in 1964 that the same "magic bullet" that struck President Kennedy proceeded to slice through multiple layers of skin, bone, clothing, and muscle tissue. The crazy thing is, it's not as crazy as it sounds.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 5, 2019

Why The JFK Magic Bullet Theory Might Not Be As Crazy As You Think

The Warren Commission concluded in 1964 that the same "magic bullet" that struck President Kennedy proceeded to slice through multiple layers of skin, bone, clothing, and muscle tissue. The crazy thing is, it's not as crazy as it sounds.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 5, 2019

Was Hideki Tōjō A War Criminal Or Loyal Statesman?

Under Hideki Tōjō's leadership during WWII, Japan conducted brutal humans experiments, enslaved thousands of "comfort women," and routinely cannibalized POWs. He would pay for these crimes with his life.

By Joseph Williams • Sep 4, 2019

Was Hideki Tōjō A War Criminal Or Loyal Statesman?

Under Hideki Tōjō's leadership during WWII, Japan conducted brutal humans experiments, enslaved thousands of "comfort women," and routinely cannibalized POWs. He would pay for these crimes with his life.

By Joseph Williams • September 4, 2019

The True Story Of Hattori Hanzō: From 16th-Century Japan To ‘Kill Bill’

Legendary samurai warrior Hattori Hanzō, known as "Demon Hanzō," fought like hell to make sure his clan ruled over a united Japan.

By Katie Serena • Sep 3, 2019

The True Story Of Hattori Hanzō: From 16th-Century Japan To ‘Kill Bill’

Legendary samurai warrior Hattori Hanzō, known as "Demon Hanzō," fought like hell to make sure his clan ruled over a united Japan.

By Katie Serena • September 3, 2019

Scotland’s Quest For The Missing Remains Of Lilias Adie, An Accused Witch Who Killed Herself

Lilias Adie was accused of having had sex with Satan and terribly mistreated in prison. Those who abused her were so afraid she would "reanimate" that they buried her under a large slab of stone. Her remains are missing to this day.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 3, 2019

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Scotland’s Quest For The Missing Remains Of Lilias Adie, An Accused Witch Who Killed Herself

Lilias Adie was accused of having had sex with Satan and terribly mistreated in prison. Those who abused her were so afraid she would "reanimate" that they buried her under a large slab of stone. Her remains are missing to this day.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 3, 2019