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John Geoghan — The Pedophile Priest Killed By A Molestation Victim In Jail

John Geoghan was a Boston priest whose career spanned 30 years across Massachusetts. He was also a serial child rapist who would meet a grisly death in jail.

By Kara Goldfarb • Mar 13, 2018

John Geoghan — The Pedophile Priest Killed By A Molestation Victim In Jail

John Geoghan was a Boston priest whose career spanned 30 years across Massachusetts. He was also a serial child rapist who would meet a grisly death in jail.

By Kara Goldfarb • March 13, 2018

J. Fred Muggs — The Chimpanzee That Saved NBC’s ‘Today’ Show

When the ratings for NBC's 'Today' show were plummeting, they looked to a non-human species for help.

By Daniel Rennie • Mar 13, 2018

J. Fred Muggs — The Chimpanzee That Saved NBC’s ‘Today’ Show

When the ratings for NBC's 'Today' show were plummeting, they looked to a non-human species for help.

By Daniel Rennie • March 13, 2018

Scientology And The Mysterious Death Of Lisa McPherson

Lisa McPherson died after a Scientology practice gone wrong. Her death opened the doors to a controversy over just how the church handles mental instability.

By Katie Serena • Mar 13, 2018

Scientology And The Mysterious Death Of Lisa McPherson

Lisa McPherson died after a Scientology practice gone wrong. Her death opened the doors to a controversy over just how the church handles mental instability.

By Katie Serena • March 13, 2018

Noor Inayat Khan, The Noble Indian Princess Turned British Spy

Noor Khan may have been born royal, but she proved herself an invaluable asset to the Allies during World War II.

By Aimee Lamoureux • Mar 13, 2018

Noor Inayat Khan, The Noble Indian Princess Turned British Spy

Noor Khan may have been born royal, but she proved herself an invaluable asset to the Allies during World War II.

By Aimee Lamoureux • March 13, 2018

Cutaneous Horn — The Skin Growth That Turns Humans Into Unicorns

A human or animal suffering from a cutaneous horn could be what inspired legends of devils, unicorns, and other mythical horned creatures.

By Katie Serena • Mar 13, 2018

Cutaneous Horn — The Skin Growth That Turns Humans Into Unicorns

A human or animal suffering from a cutaneous horn could be what inspired legends of devils, unicorns, and other mythical horned creatures.

By Katie Serena • March 13, 2018

27 Genghis Khan Facts That Capture His Larger-Than-Life Legacy

From his 500 wives to his historic wars, these Genghis Khan facts reveal why he makes the rest of history's great conquerors look like chumps.

By Joel Stice • Mar 12, 2018

27 Genghis Khan Facts That Capture His Larger-Than-Life Legacy

From his 500 wives to his historic wars, these Genghis Khan facts reveal why he makes the rest of history's great conquerors look like chumps.

By Joel Stice • March 12, 2018

How Lethal Injection Actually Works

If you've ever asked yourself, 'how does lethal injection work?' we've got your answer, and it's not exactly pleasant.

By Andrew Milne • Mar 12, 2018

How Lethal Injection Actually Works

If you've ever asked yourself, 'how does lethal injection work?' we've got your answer, and it's not exactly pleasant.

By Andrew Milne • March 12, 2018

How Irish Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley Defied Elizabeth I And Conquered A Man’s World

How pirate queen Grace O'Malley ruled the high seas, bent the English crown to her will, and rose to the top of a world with little place for women.

By Daniel Rennie • Mar 10, 2018

How Irish Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley Defied Elizabeth I And Conquered A Man’s World

How pirate queen Grace O'Malley ruled the high seas, bent the English crown to her will, and rose to the top of a world with little place for women.

By Daniel Rennie • March 10, 2018

25 Leaning Tower Of Pisa Facts That Capture Its Iconic Appeal

These facts about the Leaning Tower of Pisa reveal everything there is to know about the world's most famous architectural mistake.

By Richard Stockton • Mar 9, 2018

25 Leaning Tower Of Pisa Facts That Capture Its Iconic Appeal

These facts about the Leaning Tower of Pisa reveal everything there is to know about the world's most famous architectural mistake.

By Richard Stockton • March 9, 2018

15 Gross Medieval Foods That People Actually Ate

From roasted cat to hedgehog, it's safe to say that you probably wouldn't be able to stomach most of these medieval foods.

By Laura Martisiute • Mar 8, 2018

15 Gross Medieval Foods That People Actually Ate

From roasted cat to hedgehog, it's safe to say that you probably wouldn't be able to stomach most of these medieval foods.

By Laura Martisiute • March 8, 2018