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JFK’s Candid Thoughts On Hitler, Russia, The UN Revealed In Up-For-Sale Diary

John F. Kennedy's diary houses some surprising views on world affairs.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 24, 2017

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JFK’s Candid Thoughts On Hitler, Russia, The UN Revealed In Up-For-Sale Diary

John F. Kennedy's diary houses some surprising views on world affairs.

By All That's Interesting • March 24, 2017

Before-And-After Photos Of Plastic Surgery’s Early Days

Before it became predominantly associated with celebrity nips and tucks, plastic surgery was about saving lives. The medical procedure would change a person’s life – not by giving them a little extra confidence, but by making it possible to walk outside again. On some level, plastic surgery has been around...

By Mark Oliver • Mar 23, 2017

Before-And-After Photos Of Plastic Surgery’s Early Days

Before it became predominantly associated with celebrity nips and tucks, plastic surgery was about saving lives. The medical procedure would change a person’s life – not by giving them a little extra confidence, but by making it possible to walk outside again. On some level, plastic surgery has been around...

By Mark Oliver • March 23, 2017

Ivanka’s Not The First First Daughter To Take Over First Lady Duties

First daughters have been carrying out the duties of "first lady" ever since the term was coined. And they've been doing it with style.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 22, 2017

Ivanka’s Not The First First Daughter To Take Over First Lady Duties

First daughters have been carrying out the duties of "first lady" ever since the term was coined. And they've been doing it with style.

By All That's Interesting • March 22, 2017

That Time Cold War Britain Patented A Flying Saucer

On March 21, 1973, the British Patent Office issued Patent No. 1,310,990 – British Rail's own design for a flying saucer with artificial gravity, a laser-induced fusion engine, and space on board for dozens of passengers.

By Richard Stockton • Mar 22, 2017

That Time Cold War Britain Patented A Flying Saucer

On March 21, 1973, the British Patent Office issued Patent No. 1,310,990 – British Rail's own design for a flying saucer with artificial gravity, a laser-induced fusion engine, and space on board for dozens of passengers.

By Richard Stockton • March 22, 2017

40 Fantastic “Behind The Scenes” Shots Of The World’s Most Iconic Films

Movie-goers marvel at the stunning scenes that appear on the big screen, but going behind the scenes is exciting too.

By Erin Kelly • Mar 21, 2017

40 Fantastic “Behind The Scenes” Shots Of The World’s Most Iconic Films

Movie-goers marvel at the stunning scenes that appear on the big screen, but going behind the scenes is exciting too.

By Erin Kelly • March 21, 2017

History’s Most Powerful Speeches Given By Women

The anachronistic adage goes that women should be seen and not heard — these women didn't buy it.

By Savannah Cox • Mar 21, 2017

History’s Most Powerful Speeches Given By Women

The anachronistic adage goes that women should be seen and not heard — these women didn't buy it.

By Savannah Cox • March 21, 2017

The Best Little-Known Stories About America’s First Ladies

The job description of “first lady” is perhaps the most ambiguous in the country. There’s no application. There’s no salary. There are no quotas or qualifications. And yet, these women face more scrutiny than almost anyone else on the planet. The wiggle room for interpreting this position can make studying...

By All That's Interesting • Mar 20, 2017

The Best Little-Known Stories About America’s First Ladies

The job description of “first lady” is perhaps the most ambiguous in the country. There’s no application. There’s no salary. There are no quotas or qualifications. And yet, these women face more scrutiny than almost anyone else on the planet. The wiggle room for interpreting this position can make studying...

By All That's Interesting • March 20, 2017

Mysterious Detective X Who Helped Solved Lindbergh Kidnapping Finally Unmasked

Nine notebooks forgotten in a dusty box have uncovered the identity of Detective X, the crime-fighting forensic genius of the 1930s.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 20, 2017

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Mysterious Detective X Who Helped Solved Lindbergh Kidnapping Finally Unmasked

Nine notebooks forgotten in a dusty box have uncovered the identity of Detective X, the crime-fighting forensic genius of the 1930s.

By All That's Interesting • March 20, 2017

The Tragic Tale Of Audrey Munson, America’s First Supermodel Who Died In A Mental Asylum

Audrey Munson's statuesque likeness can be seen throughout New York City to this day. Unfortunately, her own success didn't last long.

By Krissy Howard • Mar 20, 2017

The Tragic Tale Of Audrey Munson, America’s First Supermodel Who Died In A Mental Asylum

Audrey Munson's statuesque likeness can be seen throughout New York City to this day. Unfortunately, her own success didn't last long.

By Krissy Howard • March 20, 2017

This Week In History, Mar. 12 – 18

Candid Hitler photos auctioned, infant remains unearthed in Ireland, exhumed Black Death victims found holding hands, suspected Nazi faces extradition, colonial burial ground discovered.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 17, 2017

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This Week In History, Mar. 12 – 18

Candid Hitler photos auctioned, infant remains unearthed in Ireland, exhumed Black Death victims found holding hands, suspected Nazi faces extradition, colonial burial ground discovered.

By All That's Interesting • March 17, 2017