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Inside Neuschwanstein Castle, The Fairy-Tale Palace With A Heartbreaking Secret

King Ludwig II of Bavaria spent years dreaming up Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, the model Walt Disney would later use for "Sleeping Beauty."

By Katie Serena Nov 22, 2021

Inside Neuschwanstein Castle, The Fairy-Tale Palace With A Heartbreaking Secret

King Ludwig II of Bavaria spent years dreaming up Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, the model Walt Disney would later use for "Sleeping Beauty."

By Katie Serena November 22, 2021

Ibogaine: The Psychedelic Drug Used By African Tribes, The CIA, And Opioid Addicts Who Are Trying To Quit

Though ibogaine has helped some people who are addicted to opioids, the drug remains controversial — and illegal in the United States.

By Katie Serena Nov 22, 2021

Ibogaine: The Psychedelic Drug Used By African Tribes, The CIA, And Opioid Addicts Who Are Trying To Quit

Though ibogaine has helped some people who are addicted to opioids, the drug remains controversial — and illegal in the United States.

By Katie Serena November 22, 2021

Inside The Scandals Of King Edward VIII, The British Monarch With Nazi Ties

Just a year into his reign in 1936, Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry American divorcée Wallis Simpson. But while England disapproved of the couple, Adolf Hitler welcomed them to Germany with open arms.

By Leah Silverman Nov 21, 2021

Inside The Scandals Of King Edward VIII, The British Monarch With Nazi Ties

Just a year into his reign in 1936, Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry American divorcée Wallis Simpson. But while England disapproved of the couple, Adolf Hitler welcomed them to Germany with open arms.

By Leah Silverman November 21, 2021

Meet The Donut Dollies, The Unsung Women Who Gave Out Sweet Treats On The Front Lines

Inspired by a simple idea from female volunteers in 1917, the work of the Donut Dollies spanned decades and helped boost the morale of American soldiers during World War II and beyond.

By Jaclyn Anglis Nov 21, 2021

Meet The Donut Dollies, The Unsung Women Who Gave Out Sweet Treats On The Front Lines

Inspired by a simple idea from female volunteers in 1917, the work of the Donut Dollies spanned decades and helped boost the morale of American soldiers during World War II and beyond.

By Jaclyn Anglis November 21, 2021

He Was Hollywood’s Favorite Native American, But Iron Eyes Cody Wasn’t Native At All

Iron Eyes Cody quickly became Hollywood's go-to actor for Native American roles, but America's noble "Indian" was of Sicilian descent.

By Gina Dimuro Nov 21, 2021

He Was Hollywood’s Favorite Native American, But Iron Eyes Cody Wasn’t Native At All

Iron Eyes Cody quickly became Hollywood's go-to actor for Native American roles, but America's noble "Indian" was of Sicilian descent.

By Gina Dimuro November 21, 2021

How Bushidō Went From An Ancient Samurai Code To A Modern Set Of Japanese Virtues

For centuries, Japanese samurai adhered to bushidō, a strict code of honor that emphasized loyalty and honor to country and family. And it still influences Japanese culture today.

By Morgan Dunn Nov 20, 2021

How Bushidō Went From An Ancient Samurai Code To A Modern Set Of Japanese Virtues

For centuries, Japanese samurai adhered to bushidō, a strict code of honor that emphasized loyalty and honor to country and family. And it still influences Japanese culture today.

By Morgan Dunn November 20, 2021

Czeslawa Kwoka Died At The Hands Of The Nazis, But The Power Of Her Auschwitz Portrait Lives On

The Nazis may have killed 14-year-old Czeslawa Kwoka at Auschwitz. But they couldn't extinguish the haunting power of the photo they took of her before she died.

By Gina Dimuro Nov 20, 2021

Czeslawa Kwoka Died At The Hands Of The Nazis, But The Power Of Her Auschwitz Portrait Lives On

The Nazis may have killed 14-year-old Czeslawa Kwoka at Auschwitz. But they couldn't extinguish the haunting power of the photo they took of her before she died.

By Gina Dimuro November 20, 2021

The Death Of Maurizio Gucci And The True Story Behind ‘House Of Gucci’

Maurizio Gucci was gunned down on orders of his embittered ex-wife Patrizia Reggiani on the steps of his Milan office on March 27, 1995.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 19, 2021

The Death Of Maurizio Gucci And The True Story Behind ‘House Of Gucci’

Maurizio Gucci was gunned down on orders of his embittered ex-wife Patrizia Reggiani on the steps of his Milan office on March 27, 1995.

By Marco Margaritoff November 19, 2021

Siren And Scientist: The Untold Story Of Hollywood Sex Symbol Hedy Lamarr

Hedy Lamarr was known in Hollywood as "the most beautiful woman in the world," and she also invented the technology that ultimately led to WiFi.

By Andrew Milne Nov 19, 2021

Siren And Scientist: The Untold Story Of Hollywood Sex Symbol Hedy Lamarr

Hedy Lamarr was known in Hollywood as "the most beautiful woman in the world," and she also invented the technology that ultimately led to WiFi.

By Andrew Milne November 19, 2021
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