modern history

Abigail Folger, The Heir To Folgers Coffee Who Was Brutally Murdered By The Manson Family

Abigail Folger was stabbed 28 times by Manson Family members Patricia Krenwinkel and Tex Watson as Charles Manson's followers killed everyone inside the Los Angeles home of actress Sharon Tate in August 1969.

By Gina Dimuro • Mar 1, 2026

Abigail Folger, The Heir To Folgers Coffee Who Was Brutally Murdered By The Manson Family

Abigail Folger was stabbed 28 times by Manson Family members Patricia Krenwinkel and Tex Watson as Charles Manson's followers killed everyone inside the Los Angeles home of actress Sharon Tate in August 1969.

By Gina Dimuro • March 1, 2026

The Story Of The SS Ourang Medan, The Ghost Ship Whose Entire Crew Died With Faces Frozen In Terror

The SS Ourang Medan reportedly exploded in the Strait of Malacca sometime in the 1940s after its crew died under mysterious circumstances — but is it all just an eerie legend?

By Neil Patmore • Mar 1, 2026

The Story Of The SS Ourang Medan, The Ghost Ship Whose Entire Crew Died With Faces Frozen In Terror

The SS Ourang Medan reportedly exploded in the Strait of Malacca sometime in the 1940s after its crew died under mysterious circumstances — but is it all just an eerie legend?

By Neil Patmore • March 1, 2026

The Shocking Story Of The Costa Concordia, The Luxury Cruise Ship That Catastrophically Capsized Near Italy

The Costa Concordia capsized on the night of January 13, 2012, and the ship’s captain was later found guilty of manslaughter and other charges.

By Rivy Lyon • Mar 1, 2026

The Shocking Story Of The Costa Concordia, The Luxury Cruise Ship That Catastrophically Capsized Near Italy

The Costa Concordia capsized on the night of January 13, 2012, and the ship’s captain was later found guilty of manslaughter and other charges.

By Rivy Lyon • March 1, 2026

The Inside Story Of Rick James’ Death And His Tumultuous Final Years

On August 6, 2004, punk-funk legend Rick James was found dead in his Los Angeles home. At the time of his death, he had nine different drugs in his system — including cocaine and meth.

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 28, 2026

The Inside Story Of Rick James’ Death And His Tumultuous Final Years

On August 6, 2004, punk-funk legend Rick James was found dead in his Los Angeles home. At the time of his death, he had nine different drugs in his system — including cocaine and meth.

By Marco Margaritoff • February 28, 2026

What Was The Trench Coat Mafia? Inside The Infamous Myth That Defined Columbine

Columbine shooters Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold were supposedly victimized outcasts who belonged to a "Trench Coat Mafia" bent on revenge — but none of it was true.

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 28, 2026

What Was The Trench Coat Mafia? Inside The Infamous Myth That Defined Columbine

Columbine shooters Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold were supposedly victimized outcasts who belonged to a "Trench Coat Mafia" bent on revenge — but none of it was true.

By Marco Margaritoff • February 28, 2026

Squeaky Fromme And Her Disturbing Time Inside The Manson Family

Lynette Fromme became a Manson family member as a homeless teenager — and eventually tried to kill President Gerald Ford in 1975.

By Katie Serena • Feb 28, 2026

Squeaky Fromme And Her Disturbing Time Inside The Manson Family

Lynette Fromme became a Manson family member as a homeless teenager — and eventually tried to kill President Gerald Ford in 1975.

By Katie Serena • February 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 • 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’

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 • February 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 • 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