modern history

Balbir Singh Sodhi, The Sikh Indian Who Was Killed After 9/11 By A Man Who Thought He Was Arab

On September 15, 2001, Balbir Singh Sodhi was planting flowers outside of his Arizona gas station to honor the victims of 9/11 when he was fatally shot from behind by Frank Roque because he was wearing a turban.

By Andrew Milne • Dec 29, 2025

Balbir Singh Sodhi, The Sikh Indian Who Was Killed After 9/11 By A Man Who Thought He Was Arab

On September 15, 2001, Balbir Singh Sodhi was planting flowers outside of his Arizona gas station to honor the victims of 9/11 when he was fatally shot from behind by Frank Roque because he was wearing a turban.

By Andrew Milne • December 29, 2025

Jean Hilliard, The Minnesota Woman Who Miraculously Survived Being Frozen Solid

In 1980, Jean Hilliard froze near Lengby, Minnesota after spending six hours in the cold — but she was miraculously revived with minimal injuries the next day.

By William DeLong • Dec 28, 2025

Jean Hilliard, The Minnesota Woman Who Miraculously Survived Being Frozen Solid

In 1980, Jean Hilliard froze near Lengby, Minnesota after spending six hours in the cold — but she was miraculously revived with minimal injuries the next day.

By William DeLong • December 28, 2025

The Remarkable Life Of Brendon Grimshaw, The Englishman Who Bought A Neglected Island In The Seychelles — And Transformed It Into A Thriving Paradise

Brendon Grimshaw bought Moyenne Island in the 1960s, then spent his life restoring its ecosystem and protecting it from development.

By Ainsley Brown • Dec 28, 2025

The Remarkable Life Of Brendon Grimshaw, The Englishman Who Bought A Neglected Island In The Seychelles — And Transformed It Into A Thriving Paradise

Brendon Grimshaw bought Moyenne Island in the 1960s, then spent his life restoring its ecosystem and protecting it from development.

By Ainsley Brown • December 28, 2025

Who Was John DeLorean, The Automobile Executive Behind The Back To The Future Car?

The founder of DeLorean Motor Company, John DeLorean built the famed DeLorean DMC-12 car — but things soon went downhill for him.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 26, 2025

Who Was John DeLorean, The Automobile Executive Behind The Back To The Future Car?

The founder of DeLorean Motor Company, John DeLorean built the famed DeLorean DMC-12 car — but things soon went downhill for him.

By Austin Harvey • December 26, 2025

11 Historic Events That Took Place On December 25, From Key Military Battles To Disturbing Murders

Charlemagne's coronation, the biggest slave revolt in the history of the British West Indies, and the deaths of Nicolae Ceaușescu, JonBenét Ramsey, and Eartha Kitt all occurred on Christmas Day.

By Ainsley Brown • Dec 25, 2025

11 Historic Events That Took Place On December 25, From Key Military Battles To Disturbing Murders

Charlemagne's coronation, the biggest slave revolt in the history of the British West Indies, and the deaths of Nicolae Ceaușescu, JonBenét Ramsey, and Eartha Kitt all occurred on Christmas Day.

By Ainsley Brown • December 25, 2025

44 Vintage Photos Of Christmas In The 1980s, Before The Rise Of Amazon And Social Media

From Teddy Ruxpin and Rubik's Cubes to mail order catalogs and holiday films that are now considered classics, relive the magic of Christmas in the '80s.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 25, 2025

44 Vintage Photos Of Christmas In The 1980s, Before The Rise Of Amazon And Social Media

From Teddy Ruxpin and Rubik's Cubes to mail order catalogs and holiday films that are now considered classics, relive the magic of Christmas in the '80s.

By Austin Harvey • December 25, 2025

From Jackie Kennedy’s ‘Nutcracker Suite’ Tree To Mr. T In A Santa Costume, See 33 Vintage Photos Of White House Christmases

These historic photos capture the holiday spirit of the White House — and show how Christmas celebrations there have changed over the years.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 24, 2025

From Jackie Kennedy’s ‘Nutcracker Suite’ Tree To Mr. T In A Santa Costume, See 33 Vintage Photos Of White House Christmases

These historic photos capture the holiday spirit of the White House — and show how Christmas celebrations there have changed over the years.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 24, 2025

How Lynndie England Became The ‘Poster Child’ Of Abu Ghraib Prison

Though Lynndie England wasn't the only American soldier mistreating detainees at Iraq's Abu Ghraib prison, she stood out thanks to the infamous photos of her tormenting naked prisoners.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 22, 2025

How Lynndie England Became The ‘Poster Child’ Of Abu Ghraib Prison

Though Lynndie England wasn't the only American soldier mistreating detainees at Iraq's Abu Ghraib prison, she stood out thanks to the infamous photos of her tormenting naked prisoners.

By Austin Harvey • December 22, 2025

Scott Fischer Was A Respected Mountaineer Known As ‘Mr. Rescue’ — Then He Died Tragically On Mount Everest

Though Scott Fischer had years of experience as a mountain climber and guide, he ultimately succumbed to overexertion, altitude sickness, and hypothermia during a brutal blizzard on Mount Everest on May 11, 1996.

By Ainsley Brown • Dec 20, 2025

Scott Fischer Was A Respected Mountaineer Known As ‘Mr. Rescue’ — Then He Died Tragically On Mount Everest

Though Scott Fischer had years of experience as a mountain climber and guide, he ultimately succumbed to overexertion, altitude sickness, and hypothermia during a brutal blizzard on Mount Everest on May 11, 1996.

By Ainsley Brown • December 20, 2025

33 Iconic Photos Of Elizabeth Taylor, The ‘Queen Of Hollywood’

Elizabeth Taylor is remembered for her roles in Cleopatra and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, her violet eyes, and her turbulent love life that included eight marriages to men like Richard Burton, Eddie Fisher, and Senator John Warner.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 19, 2025

33 Iconic Photos Of Elizabeth Taylor, The ‘Queen Of Hollywood’

Elizabeth Taylor is remembered for her roles in Cleopatra and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, her violet eyes, and her turbulent love life that included eight marriages to men like Richard Burton, Eddie Fisher, and Senator John Warner.

By Austin Harvey • December 19, 2025

Jean-Claude Romand Lied About Being A Doctor For Years — Then Murdered His Entire Family To Keep Them From Discovering The Truth

After pretending to be a successful doctor for 18 years, Jean-Claude Romand murdered his wife, children, and parents in January 1993.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 19, 2025

Jean-Claude Romand Lied About Being A Doctor For Years — Then Murdered His Entire Family To Keep Them From Discovering The Truth

After pretending to be a successful doctor for 18 years, Jean-Claude Romand murdered his wife, children, and parents in January 1993.

By Austin Harvey • December 19, 2025

From A ‘Hotel Of Doom’ To A ‘Haunted’ Cliffside Inn, Explore 11 Of The World’s Creepiest Abandoned Hotels

Some of these hotels were evacuated due to warfare, natural disasters, or nuclear accidents, while others were simply abandoned due to economic troubles — but all of them are equally haunting.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 18, 2025

From A ‘Hotel Of Doom’ To A ‘Haunted’ Cliffside Inn, Explore 11 Of The World’s Creepiest Abandoned Hotels

Some of these hotels were evacuated due to warfare, natural disasters, or nuclear accidents, while others were simply abandoned due to economic troubles — but all of them are equally haunting.

By Austin Harvey • December 18, 2025