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Inside The Disturbing True Story Of Serial Rapist Marc O’Leary

Starting in 2008, Marc O'Leary stalked and raped at least six women in Colorado and Washington — and police refused to believe his first victim.

By Neil Patmore Nov 17, 2022

Inside The Disturbing True Story Of Serial Rapist Marc O’Leary

Starting in 2008, Marc O'Leary stalked and raped at least six women in Colorado and Washington — and police refused to believe his first victim.

By Neil Patmore November 17, 2022

The Shocking True Story Of Larry Hoover And The Gangster Disciples

The founder of Gangster Disciples, Chicago gang leader "King Larry" Hoover only grew his empire after he was sentenced to prison in 1973.

By Genevieve Carlton Nov 17, 2022

The Shocking True Story Of Larry Hoover And The Gangster Disciples

The founder of Gangster Disciples, Chicago gang leader "King Larry" Hoover only grew his empire after he was sentenced to prison in 1973.

By Genevieve Carlton November 17, 2022

The Story Of Emily Davison, The British Suffragist Who Was Killed By The King’s Horse

On June 4, 1913, suffragist Emily Davison ran in front of King George V's horse during the Epsom Derby in what appeared to be a bungled act of protest.

By Maggie Donahue Nov 17, 2022

The Story Of Emily Davison, The British Suffragist Who Was Killed By The King’s Horse

On June 4, 1913, suffragist Emily Davison ran in front of King George V's horse during the Epsom Derby in what appeared to be a bungled act of protest.

By Maggie Donahue November 17, 2022

Why Isn’t Belgium’s King Leopold II As Reviled As Hitler Or Stalin?

While reigning as the autocratic ruler of the Congo Free State from 1885 to 1908, King Leopold II of Belgium may have killed as many as 15 million people.

By Richard Stockton Nov 16, 2022

Why Isn’t Belgium’s King Leopold II As Reviled As Hitler Or Stalin?

While reigning as the autocratic ruler of the Congo Free State from 1885 to 1908, King Leopold II of Belgium may have killed as many as 15 million people.

By Richard Stockton November 16, 2022

Dave Kunst With His Mule And Two Soldiers

The Harrowing Journey Of Dave Kunst, The First Man To Walk Around The World

Setting out on June 20, 1970, Dave Kunst walked 14,450 miles around the Earth — but not without experiencing hardships along the way.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 15, 2022

The Harrowing Journey Of Dave Kunst, The First Man To Walk Around The World

Setting out on June 20, 1970, Dave Kunst walked 14,450 miles around the Earth — but not without experiencing hardships along the way.

By Kaleena Fraga November 15, 2022

Inside The Rise And Fall Of Atlantic City In 33 Startling Photos

Once called "America's Playground," Atlantic City has become engulfed with crime and corruption — and the seeming death spiral of its casinos.

By Austin Harvey Nov 14, 2022

Inside The Rise And Fall Of Atlantic City In 33 Startling Photos

Once called "America's Playground," Atlantic City has become engulfed with crime and corruption — and the seeming death spiral of its casinos.

By Austin Harvey November 14, 2022

The Wild Story Of John Wesley Hardin, Perhaps The Most Ruthless Outlaw Of The Old West

John Wesley Hardin killed his first man when he was just 15, and went on to kill as many as 44 as a gunfighter and outlaw in the Wild West during the late 19th century.

By Austin Harvey Nov 14, 2022

The Wild Story Of John Wesley Hardin, Perhaps The Most Ruthless Outlaw Of The Old West

John Wesley Hardin killed his first man when he was just 15, and went on to kill as many as 44 as a gunfighter and outlaw in the Wild West during the late 19th century.

By Austin Harvey November 14, 2022