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Inside The Crimes Of Charles Sobhraj, The French Serial Killer Known As ‘The Serpent’

Police believe Charles Sobhraj murdered at least 20 tourists on Asia's famous Hippie Trail in the 1970s — but even though the "Bikini Killer" was sentenced to life in prison in Nepal, he walks free in France today.

By Rivy Lyon • Oct 22, 2025

Inside The Crimes Of Charles Sobhraj, The French Serial Killer Known As ‘The Serpent’

Police believe Charles Sobhraj murdered at least 20 tourists on Asia's famous Hippie Trail in the 1970s — but even though the "Bikini Killer" was sentenced to life in prison in Nepal, he walks free in France today.

By Rivy Lyon • October 22, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Kristen Pfaff, The Bassist For Hole Who Died At Just 27

Even though Kristen Pfaff's death in June 1994 was attributed to a heroin overdose, rumors have persisted in the years since that she was a victim of foul play.

By Ainsley Brown • Oct 16, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Kristen Pfaff, The Bassist For Hole Who Died At Just 27

Even though Kristen Pfaff's death in June 1994 was attributed to a heroin overdose, rumors have persisted in the years since that she was a victim of foul play.

By Ainsley Brown • October 16, 2025

Inside The Chilling Stories Of 9 Haunted Mansions — And The Ghosts Said To Inhabit Them

These eerie mansions around the world are said to be haunted by Hessian soldiers, household servants, and even Satan himself.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 15, 2025

Inside The Chilling Stories Of 9 Haunted Mansions — And The Ghosts Said To Inhabit Them

These eerie mansions around the world are said to be haunted by Hessian soldiers, household servants, and even Satan himself.

By Austin Harvey • October 15, 2025

Meet 7 Of History’s Most Notorious Occultists, From Madame Blavatsky To ‘The Evilest Man In The World’

Some occultists like Aleister Crowley started new religions based on mysticism, while others like Grigori Rasputin claimed to be "faith healers" and used their influence to gain power.

By Ainsley Brown • Oct 14, 2025

Meet 7 Of History’s Most Notorious Occultists, From Madame Blavatsky To ‘The Evilest Man In The World’

Some occultists like Aleister Crowley started new religions based on mysticism, while others like Grigori Rasputin claimed to be "faith healers" and used their influence to gain power.

By Ainsley Brown • October 14, 2025

Inside The Tragic Stories Of The Zodiac Killer’s Victims — And The Mystery Of How Many People He Murdered

A still-unidentified serial killer active in Northern California in the late 1960s, the Zodiac Killer murdered Betty Lou Jensen, David Arthur Faraday, Darlene Ferrin, Cecelia Shepard, and Paul Stine. But some believe that he didn't stop there.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 13, 2025

Inside The Tragic Stories Of The Zodiac Killer’s Victims — And The Mystery Of How Many People He Murdered

A still-unidentified serial killer active in Northern California in the late 1960s, the Zodiac Killer murdered Betty Lou Jensen, David Arthur Faraday, Darlene Ferrin, Cecelia Shepard, and Paul Stine. But some believe that he didn't stop there.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 13, 2025

Divers Save 900 Bottles Of 100-Year-Old Liquor From A World War I Shipwreck In The Baltic Sea

The 50 salvaged cases of cognac brandy and 15 cases of herbal liqueur were originally intended for the aristocracy of Russia.

By Marco Margaritoff • Oct 13, 2025

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Divers Save 900 Bottles Of 100-Year-Old Liquor From A World War I Shipwreck In The Baltic Sea

The 50 salvaged cases of cognac brandy and 15 cases of herbal liqueur were originally intended for the aristocracy of Russia.

By Marco Margaritoff • October 13, 2025

Meet Aleister Crowley, The ‘Wickedest Man In The World’ Who Horrified 20th-Century Britain

English mystic, novelist, and magician Aleister Crowley rejected his upper-class Christian upbringing and explored the darkest corners of occultism.

By Katie Serena • Oct 12, 2025

Meet Aleister Crowley, The ‘Wickedest Man In The World’ Who Horrified 20th-Century Britain

English mystic, novelist, and magician Aleister Crowley rejected his upper-class Christian upbringing and explored the darkest corners of occultism.

By Katie Serena • October 12, 2025

William Patrick Hitler, The Nephew Of Adolf Hitler Who Fought On The Side Of The Allies During World War II

The son of Adolf Hitler's half-brother, Alois, William Patrick Hitler enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was awarded a Purple Heart for his service.

By Kara Goldfarb • Oct 12, 2025

William Patrick Hitler, The Nephew Of Adolf Hitler Who Fought On The Side Of The Allies During World War II

The son of Adolf Hitler's half-brother, Alois, William Patrick Hitler enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was awarded a Purple Heart for his service.

By Kara Goldfarb • October 12, 2025

The Eerie Story Of La Pascualita, The Mannequin That Some People Think Is An Embalmed Corpse

La Pascualita was installed in the window of a wedding gown shop in Chihuahua, Mexico, in the 1930s, and her lifelike appearance has convinced some that she's actually the embalmed daughter of the store's former owner.

By Gina Dimuro • Oct 12, 2025

The Eerie Story Of La Pascualita, The Mannequin That Some People Think Is An Embalmed Corpse

La Pascualita was installed in the window of a wedding gown shop in Chihuahua, Mexico, in the 1930s, and her lifelike appearance has convinced some that she's actually the embalmed daughter of the store's former owner.

By Gina Dimuro • October 12, 2025

21 Chilling Photos Of Serial Killer Ed Gein’s House — And The Horrific Crimes He Committed There

A murderer and grave robber, Ed Gein collected human body parts to make clothing and household items in his Wisconsin home until he was caught in 1957.

By Marco Margaritoff • Oct 12, 2025

21 Chilling Photos Of Serial Killer Ed Gein’s House — And The Horrific Crimes He Committed There

A murderer and grave robber, Ed Gein collected human body parts to make clothing and household items in his Wisconsin home until he was caught in 1957.

By Marco Margaritoff • October 12, 2025