modern history

The Disturbing Story Of Nicholas Markowitz, The Teenager Who Was Murdered Over His Brother’s Drug Debt

In 2000, drug dealers kidnapped Nicholas Markowitz and then partied with him for days before finally killing him outside of Santa Barbara, providing the chilling basis for the film "Alpha Dog."

By Marco Margaritoff • May 24, 2026

The Disturbing Story Of Nicholas Markowitz, The Teenager Who Was Murdered Over His Brother’s Drug Debt

In 2000, drug dealers kidnapped Nicholas Markowitz and then partied with him for days before finally killing him outside of Santa Barbara, providing the chilling basis for the film "Alpha Dog."

By Marco Margaritoff • May 24, 2026

The Death Of Sam Cooke And The Conflict Details Of His Final Hours

On December 11, 1964, R&B legend Sam Cooke was shot to death by a hotel manager named Bertha Franklin. It was ruled self-defense, but was that really the case?

By Genevieve Carlton • May 24, 2026

The Death Of Sam Cooke And The Conflict Details Of His Final Hours

On December 11, 1964, R&B legend Sam Cooke was shot to death by a hotel manager named Bertha Franklin. It was ruled self-defense, but was that really the case?

By Genevieve Carlton • May 24, 2026

The Wild Story Of Atlantic City Kingpin Enoch Johnson, The Real-Life ‘Nucky Thompson’ From Boardwalk Empire

Nucky Johnson ran Atlantic City in the early 20th century, using the wealth he gained from his bootlegging and casino operations to control the city's political machine.

By Aimee Lamoureux • May 23, 2026

The Wild Story Of Atlantic City Kingpin Enoch Johnson, The Real-Life ‘Nucky Thompson’ From Boardwalk Empire

Nucky Johnson ran Atlantic City in the early 20th century, using the wealth he gained from his bootlegging and casino operations to control the city's political machine.

By Aimee Lamoureux • May 23, 2026

The Disturbing Story Of The Menendez Brothers And How They Killed Their Own Parents In A ‘Gangland-Style’ Murder

In 1989, Lyle and Erik Menendez brutally murdered their parents in their Beverly Hills home. Then, they made shocking allegations of abuse in court.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 23, 2026

The Disturbing Story Of The Menendez Brothers And How They Killed Their Own Parents In A ‘Gangland-Style’ Murder

In 1989, Lyle and Erik Menendez brutally murdered their parents in their Beverly Hills home. Then, they made shocking allegations of abuse in court.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 23, 2026

The True Story Of Rudy Ruettiger, The Notre Dame Football Legend Behind ‘Rudy’

Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger overcame poverty, dyslexia, his diminutive stature, and three rejections from Notre Dame before becoming a legend among the Fighting Irish.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 23, 2026

The True Story Of Rudy Ruettiger, The Notre Dame Football Legend Behind ‘Rudy’

Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger overcame poverty, dyslexia, his diminutive stature, and three rejections from Notre Dame before becoming a legend among the Fighting Irish.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 23, 2026

The Stormy Life Of Doris Duke, The Billionaire Heiress Who Left Her Butler In Control Of Her Estate

While Doris Duke spent her life trying to avoid publicity, the media was drawn to her vast fortune, rocky marriages, illicit affairs, and the dramatic legal battle that followed her death.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 22, 2026

The Stormy Life Of Doris Duke, The Billionaire Heiress Who Left Her Butler In Control Of Her Estate

While Doris Duke spent her life trying to avoid publicity, the media was drawn to her vast fortune, rocky marriages, illicit affairs, and the dramatic legal battle that followed her death.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 22, 2026

Inside The Harrowing Exorcism Of Roland Doe, The True Story Behind ‘The Exorcist’

In 1949, priests performed an exorcism on a boy referred to as "Roland Doe" in a chilling ordeal that became the real-life inspiration for The Exorcist.

By William DeLong • May 22, 2026

Inside The Harrowing Exorcism Of Roland Doe, The True Story Behind ‘The Exorcist’

In 1949, priests performed an exorcism on a boy referred to as "Roland Doe" in a chilling ordeal that became the real-life inspiration for The Exorcist.

By William DeLong • May 22, 2026

44 Rarely-Seen Photos Of JFK, From His World War II Heroism To His Family Life

These pictures of JFK taken over the course of his life tell the story of his childhood, marriage, and wartime service, as well as his presidency and assassination.

By All That's Interesting • May 22, 2026

44 Rarely-Seen Photos Of JFK, From His World War II Heroism To His Family Life

These pictures of JFK taken over the course of his life tell the story of his childhood, marriage, and wartime service, as well as his presidency and assassination.

By All That's Interesting • May 22, 2026

Why Did ‘Toxic Lady’ Gloria Ramirez Make Everyone Around Her Sick?

Just 45 minutes after arriving at a California hospital on February 19, 1994, Gloria Ramirez was pronounced dead — but strange fumes from her body made 23 medical staff sick.

By William DeLong • May 22, 2026

Why Did ‘Toxic Lady’ Gloria Ramirez Make Everyone Around Her Sick?

Just 45 minutes after arriving at a California hospital on February 19, 1994, Gloria Ramirez was pronounced dead — but strange fumes from her body made 23 medical staff sick.

By William DeLong • May 22, 2026

Inside The Tragic Death Of Sean Taylor, The Rising NFL Star Killed At The Age Of Just 24

On November 27, 2007, Washington Redskins player Sean Taylor was shot inside his Florida home while trying to protect his family during a botched burglary.

By Austin Harvey • May 21, 2026

Inside The Tragic Death Of Sean Taylor, The Rising NFL Star Killed At The Age Of Just 24

On November 27, 2007, Washington Redskins player Sean Taylor was shot inside his Florida home while trying to protect his family during a botched burglary.

By Austin Harvey • May 21, 2026

17-Year-Old Jackie Mitchell Struck Out Lou Gehrig And Babe Ruth On Seven Pitches. Did It Really Happen?

During an exhibition game in April 1931, Jackie Mitchell struck out Babe Ruth then Lou Gehrig, but some believe that her performance was a publicity stunt.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 21, 2026

17-Year-Old Jackie Mitchell Struck Out Lou Gehrig And Babe Ruth On Seven Pitches. Did It Really Happen?

During an exhibition game in April 1931, Jackie Mitchell struck out Babe Ruth then Lou Gehrig, but some believe that her performance was a publicity stunt.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 21, 2026

Inside The Hidden Network Of Tunnels That’s Been Sitting Just Beneath Los Angeles For More Than A Century

Starting in 1909, these tunnels underneath Los Angeles allowed streetcars and trains to go straight through the area's notoriously hilly terrain — but by the 1920s, with Prohibition in full swing, the tunnels were repurposed for alcohol smuggling.

By Stacy Fernandez • May 21, 2026

Inside The Hidden Network Of Tunnels That’s Been Sitting Just Beneath Los Angeles For More Than A Century

Starting in 1909, these tunnels underneath Los Angeles allowed streetcars and trains to go straight through the area's notoriously hilly terrain — but by the 1920s, with Prohibition in full swing, the tunnels were repurposed for alcohol smuggling.

By Stacy Fernandez • May 21, 2026