modern history

The Story Of Nicole van den Hurk’s Murder — And Her Stepbrother’s False Confession That Led To The Real Killer’s Capture

Sixteen years after Nicole van den Hurk was murdered in the Netherlands in 1995, her stepbrother Andy confessed, but only to get the case reopened.

By Aimee Lamoureux • Apr 19, 2026

The Story Of Nicole van den Hurk’s Murder — And Her Stepbrother’s False Confession That Led To The Real Killer’s Capture

Sixteen years after Nicole van den Hurk was murdered in the Netherlands in 1995, her stepbrother Andy confessed, but only to get the case reopened.

By Aimee Lamoureux • April 19, 2026

Johnny Cash And The Infamous 1968 Performance ‘At Folsom Prison’

Johnny Cash's 'At Folsom Prison' is undoubtedly the most significant prison album ever recorded. Here's how the guy who shot a man in Reno found his way to Folsom.

By Marco Margaritoff • Apr 19, 2026

Johnny Cash And The Infamous 1968 Performance ‘At Folsom Prison’

Johnny Cash's 'At Folsom Prison' is undoubtedly the most significant prison album ever recorded. Here's how the guy who shot a man in Reno found his way to Folsom.

By Marco Margaritoff • April 19, 2026

The Zoot Suit Riots: When White Servicemen Attacked Young Men Of Color Across Los Angeles During World War II

In June 1943, white mobs targeted Mexican-Americans who were wearing the trendy, loose-fitting style known as a "zoot suit."

By Mark Oliver • Apr 19, 2026

The Zoot Suit Riots: When White Servicemen Attacked Young Men Of Color Across Los Angeles During World War II

In June 1943, white mobs targeted Mexican-Americans who were wearing the trendy, loose-fitting style known as a "zoot suit."

By Mark Oliver • April 19, 2026

How Chalino Sánchez Rose To Fame Singing About Cartels — And Was Then Mysteriously Murdered

The night before Mexican singer Chalino Sánchez was found dead, he was performing in Sinaloa when an audience member passed him a note mid-concert that visibly disturbed him.

By Rivy Lyon • Apr 19, 2026

How Chalino Sánchez Rose To Fame Singing About Cartels — And Was Then Mysteriously Murdered

The night before Mexican singer Chalino Sánchez was found dead, he was performing in Sinaloa when an audience member passed him a note mid-concert that visibly disturbed him.

By Rivy Lyon • April 19, 2026

Who Killed Chandra Levy? Inside The Enduring Mystery Of The D.C. Intern’s Death

Chandra Levy was just 24 years old when she was murdered in Washington, D.C. in May 2001 — and we still don't know who was responsible.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 18, 2026

Who Killed Chandra Levy? Inside The Enduring Mystery Of The D.C. Intern’s Death

Chandra Levy was just 24 years old when she was murdered in Washington, D.C. in May 2001 — and we still don't know who was responsible.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 18, 2026

The True Story Of John Douglas, The FBI Agent Who Profiled History’s Most Notorious Serial Killers

From Ted Bundy to John Wayne Gacy, John E. Douglas has interviewed just about every serial killer in recent history. Here's how he learned what made them tick.

By Jaclyn Anglis • Apr 18, 2026

The True Story Of John Douglas, The FBI Agent Who Profiled History’s Most Notorious Serial Killers

From Ted Bundy to John Wayne Gacy, John E. Douglas has interviewed just about every serial killer in recent history. Here's how he learned what made them tick.

By Jaclyn Anglis • April 18, 2026

Jennifer Pan Seemed Like The Perfect Daughter — Until She Hired Hitmen To Murder Her Parents

After years of struggling under the strict rule of her "tiger parents," 24-year-old Jennifer Pan finally snapped in 2010 and hired hitmen to kill them.

By Marco Margaritoff • Apr 18, 2026

Jennifer Pan Seemed Like The Perfect Daughter — Until She Hired Hitmen To Murder Her Parents

After years of struggling under the strict rule of her "tiger parents," 24-year-old Jennifer Pan finally snapped in 2010 and hired hitmen to kill them.

By Marco Margaritoff • April 18, 2026

Murry Wilson, The Domineering And Violent Father Of Three Of The Beach Boys

The father of Brian, Dennis, and Carl Wilson, as well as the manager of The Beach Boys in their early days, Murry Wilson was accused of physically and emotionally abusing his three sons.

By Marco Margaritoff • Apr 18, 2026

Murry Wilson, The Domineering And Violent Father Of Three Of The Beach Boys

The father of Brian, Dennis, and Carl Wilson, as well as the manager of The Beach Boys in their early days, Murry Wilson was accused of physically and emotionally abusing his three sons.

By Marco Margaritoff • April 18, 2026

The Mystery Of Rosalia Lombardo, The ‘Blinking’ Mummy Who Appears To Open Her Eyes

Not only did a secret formula allow Rosalia Lombardo to become an immaculately preserved mummy, but many claim that she can open her eyes.

By Adam Farley • Apr 17, 2026

The Mystery Of Rosalia Lombardo, The ‘Blinking’ Mummy Who Appears To Open Her Eyes

Not only did a secret formula allow Rosalia Lombardo to become an immaculately preserved mummy, but many claim that she can open her eyes.

By Adam Farley • April 17, 2026

Garry Hoy, The Toronto Lawyer Who Accidentally Fell To His Death While Trying To Demonstrate The Strength Of His Office Windows

Garry Hoy died on July 9, 1993, after performing a "party trick" that involved throwing himself against the windows on the the 24th-floor of his office building.

By Jaclyn Anglis • Apr 17, 2026

Garry Hoy, The Toronto Lawyer Who Accidentally Fell To His Death While Trying To Demonstrate The Strength Of His Office Windows

Garry Hoy died on July 9, 1993, after performing a "party trick" that involved throwing himself against the windows on the the 24th-floor of his office building.

By Jaclyn Anglis • April 17, 2026