modern history

The Appalling Story Of Josef Fritzl, The ‘Monster’ Father Of Elisabeth Fritzl

Go inside the horrific crimes of Josef Fritzl, the Austrian criminal who imprisoned and sexually abused his own daughter Elisabeth for 24 years.

By Kaleena Fraga • Sep 22, 2023

The Appalling Story Of Josef Fritzl, The ‘Monster’ Father Of Elisabeth Fritzl

Go inside the horrific crimes of Josef Fritzl, the Austrian criminal who imprisoned and sexually abused his own daughter Elisabeth for 24 years.

By Kaleena Fraga • September 22, 2023

Stephen Griffiths, The ‘Crossbow Cannibal’ Who Was Caught Killing On Camera

A criminology PhD student who was obsessed with murder, Stephen Griffiths had been on the police’s radar for years before he began killing sex workers around Bradford, England.

By Matt Crabtree • Sep 21, 2023

Stephen Griffiths, The ‘Crossbow Cannibal’ Who Was Caught Killing On Camera

A criminology PhD student who was obsessed with murder, Stephen Griffiths had been on the police’s radar for years before he began killing sex workers around Bradford, England.

By Matt Crabtree • September 21, 2023

33 Stunning Photos That Capture The Golden Age Of Supermodels

In the early 1990s, supermodels like Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell skyrocketed to fame — but they soon became notorious for their attitudes.

By Kaleena Fraga • Sep 20, 2023

33 Stunning Photos That Capture The Golden Age Of Supermodels

In the early 1990s, supermodels like Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell skyrocketed to fame — but they soon became notorious for their attitudes.

By Kaleena Fraga • September 20, 2023

How Jim Jones Became One Of The Worst Cult Leaders In History

Peoples Temple leader Jim Jones promised his followers a utopia. Instead, he led over 900 people to their deaths.

By Kaleena Fraga • Sep 19, 2023

How Jim Jones Became One Of The Worst Cult Leaders In History

Peoples Temple leader Jim Jones promised his followers a utopia. Instead, he led over 900 people to their deaths.

By Kaleena Fraga • September 19, 2023

Who Was Mary Jayne Gold? The True Story Behind The Heiress Portrayed In Netflix’s ‘Transatlantic’

Though she had a reputation as a wealthy playgirl, Mary Jayne Gold would make her way to Marseille during World War II where she worked to smuggle thousands of people out of the country.

By Kaleena Fraga • Sep 19, 2023

Who Was Mary Jayne Gold? The True Story Behind The Heiress Portrayed In Netflix’s ‘Transatlantic’

Though she had a reputation as a wealthy playgirl, Mary Jayne Gold would make her way to Marseille during World War II where she worked to smuggle thousands of people out of the country.

By Kaleena Fraga • September 19, 2023

11 Real-Life Horror Stories That Are Way More Terrifying Than Anything Hollywood Could Dream Up

From Alexander the Great being buried alive to a Jameson heir paying to watch a girl be cannibalized, these true horror stories go way beyond Rated R.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 17, 2023

11 Real-Life Horror Stories That Are Way More Terrifying Than Anything Hollywood Could Dream Up

From Alexander the Great being buried alive to a Jameson heir paying to watch a girl be cannibalized, these true horror stories go way beyond Rated R.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 17, 2023

55 Of The Scariest Pictures Ever Captured In Human History

Whether it's serial killers, cannibals, or disturbing beasts, the only thing more chilling than these scary photos from decades past are the terrifying stories behind them.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 17, 2023

55 Of The Scariest Pictures Ever Captured In Human History

Whether it's serial killers, cannibals, or disturbing beasts, the only thing more chilling than these scary photos from decades past are the terrifying stories behind them.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 17, 2023

11 True Ghost Stories, From The ‘Shining’ Hotel To ‘The Amityville Horror’

From the true story behind The Conjuring to the murders that inspired The Amityville Horror, these real ghost stories might make even the skeptics believe in the paranormal.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 16, 2023

11 True Ghost Stories, From The ‘Shining’ Hotel To ‘The Amityville Horror’

From the true story behind The Conjuring to the murders that inspired The Amityville Horror, these real ghost stories might make even the skeptics believe in the paranormal.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 16, 2023

33 Stunning Photos Of The Biltmore Estate, The Largest Privately Owned Home In The U.S.

Built between 1889 and 1895, the Biltmore Estate stands as one of the most magnificent Gilded Age mansions in America.

By Kaleena Fraga • Sep 16, 2023

33 Stunning Photos Of The Biltmore Estate, The Largest Privately Owned Home In The U.S.

Built between 1889 and 1895, the Biltmore Estate stands as one of the most magnificent Gilded Age mansions in America.

By Kaleena Fraga • September 16, 2023

Operation Wrath of God, Israel’s Bloody Revenge Campaign Against Palestine

After the Munich Massacre of 1972, Israel's intelligence agency Mossad launched a top-secret assassination campaign against the militants involved — but it all unraveled when they killed an innocent man.

By Genevieve Carlton • Sep 15, 2023

Operation Wrath of God, Israel’s Bloody Revenge Campaign Against Palestine

After the Munich Massacre of 1972, Israel's intelligence agency Mossad launched a top-secret assassination campaign against the militants involved — but it all unraveled when they killed an innocent man.

By Genevieve Carlton • September 15, 2023