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Was Wayne Williams Really The Serial Killer Responsible For The Atlanta Child Murders?

Between 1979 and 1981, at least 28 children and young adults were murdered across Atlanta. Was Wayne Williams their killer?

By William DeLong Feb 28, 2026

Was Wayne Williams Really The Serial Killer Responsible For The Atlanta Child Murders?

Between 1979 and 1981, at least 28 children and young adults were murdered across Atlanta. Was Wayne Williams their killer?

By William DeLong February 28, 2026

20 Facts About Prohibition That Reveal The Truth Behind America’s Failed ‘Noble Experiment’

With roots in the temperance movement, Prohibition was intended to improve morality in American society and produce a more disciplined workforce. Instead, it led to the rise of organized crime, people dying from tainted liquor, and distrust of government regulation.

By Austin Harvey Feb 27, 2026

20 Facts About Prohibition That Reveal The Truth Behind America’s Failed ‘Noble Experiment’

By Austin Harvey February 27, 2026

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Who Actually Killed The Most People In History? It’s Not As Straightforward As You Think

The candidates for who has killed the most people in history range from despotic leaders to imperial rulers, all of whom killed millions of people during their bloody reigns.

By Kaleena Fraga Feb 27, 2026

Who Actually Killed The Most People In History? It’s Not As Straightforward As You Think

The candidates for who has killed the most people in history range from despotic leaders to imperial rulers, all of whom killed millions of people during their bloody reigns.

By Kaleena Fraga February 27, 2026

Inside The Tragic Death Of Steve Irwin, The Crocodile Hunter Who Faced Down Nature’s Fiercest Creatures

In September 2006, Steve Irwin was filming in Australia's Great Barrier Reef when a stingray suddenly pierced his chest. Within minutes, he was dead.

By Natasha Ishak Feb 27, 2026

Inside The Tragic Death Of Steve Irwin, The Crocodile Hunter Who Faced Down Nature’s Fiercest Creatures

In September 2006, Steve Irwin was filming in Australia's Great Barrier Reef when a stingray suddenly pierced his chest. Within minutes, he was dead.

By Natasha Ishak February 27, 2026

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The Tragic Story Of Korean Air Lines Flight 007, The Civilian Plane Shot Down In 1983

On September 1, 1983, Korean Air Lines Flight 007 accidentally traveled into Soviet airspace due to a navigational error and was shot down by air-to-air missiles, killing all 269 people on board.

By Marco Margaritoff Feb 26, 2026

The Tragic Story Of Korean Air Lines Flight 007, The Civilian Plane Shot Down In 1983

On September 1, 1983, Korean Air Lines Flight 007 accidentally traveled into Soviet airspace due to a navigational error and was shot down by air-to-air missiles, killing all 269 people on board.

By Marco Margaritoff February 26, 2026

Thousands Of Artifacts From A 19th-Century Mining Town Were Unearthed In Utah During Construction At A Luxury Ski Resort

Archaeologists uncovered hats, shoe soles, china, bones, bullets, and even a full bottle of alcohol from the old mining town of Alta, which was destroyed by an avalanche in 1885.

By Cara Johnson Feb 26, 2026

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Thousands Of Artifacts From A 19th-Century Mining Town Were Unearthed In Utah During Construction At A Luxury Ski Resort

Archaeologists uncovered hats, shoe soles, china, bones, bullets, and even a full bottle of alcohol from the old mining town of Alta, which was destroyed by an avalanche in 1885.

By Cara Johnson February 26, 2026

The Disturbing Case Of Philip Chism, The High School Freshman Who Murdered His Teacher In The School Bathroom

Philip Chism was just 14 when he murdered his 24-year-old math teacher Colleen Ritzer at Danvers High School before dumping her corpse behind the school.

By Neil Patmore Feb 26, 2026

The Disturbing Case Of Philip Chism, The High School Freshman Who Murdered His Teacher In The School Bathroom

Philip Chism was just 14 when he murdered his 24-year-old math teacher Colleen Ritzer at Danvers High School before dumping her corpse behind the school.

By Neil Patmore February 26, 2026

The Story Of Richard Wershe Jr., The 1980s Detroit Drug Lord Known As ‘White Boy Rick’

Richard Wershe Jr. uncovered the largest police corruption scandal in Detroit history when he was 15 years old. Two years later, he was sentenced to life in jail.

By Mark Oliver Feb 26, 2026

The Story Of Richard Wershe Jr., The 1980s Detroit Drug Lord Known As ‘White Boy Rick’

Richard Wershe Jr. uncovered the largest police corruption scandal in Detroit history when he was 15 years old. Two years later, he was sentenced to life in jail.

By Mark Oliver February 26, 2026

Inside The Case Of Missy Munday, The Teenage Runaway Found Because Of ‘Unsolved Mysteries’

After running off with an older man named Jerry Strickland in 1986, Missy Munday was located when an episode of "Unsolved Mysteries" publicized the story of Munday and Strickland — and their suspected involvement in a murder.

By Austin Harvey Feb 25, 2026

Inside The Case Of Missy Munday, The Teenage Runaway Found Because Of ‘Unsolved Mysteries’

By Austin Harvey February 25, 2026

Inside The Tragic Death Of ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper, The Greatest Villain In Wrestling History

WWE legend "Rowdy" Roddy Piper died of a heart attack on July 31, 2015, leaving behind millions of fans who mourned the most famous heel in pro wrestling.

By Kristen Winiarski Feb 25, 2026

Inside The Tragic Death Of ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper, The Greatest Villain In Wrestling History

WWE legend "Rowdy" Roddy Piper died of a heart attack on July 31, 2015, leaving behind millions of fans who mourned the most famous heel in pro wrestling.

By Kristen Winiarski February 25, 2026