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The Story Of Frank Costello, The Legendary Mob Boss Who Inspired ‘The Godfather’

Luciano family boss Frank Costello survived gang wars, police scrutiny, and an assassination attempt while becoming one of history's wealthiest mobsters.

By Katie Serena Apr 22, 2024

The Story Of Frank Costello, The Legendary Mob Boss Who Inspired ‘The Godfather’

Luciano family boss Frank Costello survived gang wars, police scrutiny, and an assassination attempt while becoming one of history's wealthiest mobsters.

By Katie Serena April 22, 2024

The Story Of Carlos Marcello, The New Orleans Mob Boss Who Claimed He Ordered President Kennedy’s Assassination

Known as "The Godfather" of the New Orleans Mafia, Carlos Marcello was a prime target of President Kennedy's campaign against organized crime.

By Neil Patmore Apr 21, 2024

The Story Of Carlos Marcello, The New Orleans Mob Boss Who Claimed He Ordered President Kennedy’s Assassination

Known as "The Godfather" of the New Orleans Mafia, Carlos Marcello was a prime target of President Kennedy's campaign against organized crime.

By Neil Patmore April 21, 2024

What Happened The Night That Nicole Brown Simpson Died?

On June 12, 1994, Nicole Brown Simpson was murdered at her Los Angeles home — and her ex-husband O.J. Simpson soon became the prime suspect.

By Rivy Lyon Apr 21, 2024

What Happened The Night That Nicole Brown Simpson Died?

On June 12, 1994, Nicole Brown Simpson was murdered at her Los Angeles home — and her ex-husband O.J. Simpson soon became the prime suspect.

By Rivy Lyon April 21, 2024

The Bizarre Story Of Patty Hearst, The Kidnapped Heiress Who Joined The Symbionese Liberation Army

How did wealthy heiress Patty Hearst become a violent member of a left-wing guerrilla group — that kidnapped her?

By Richard Stockton Apr 20, 2024

The Bizarre Story Of Patty Hearst, The Kidnapped Heiress Who Joined The Symbionese Liberation Army

How did wealthy heiress Patty Hearst become a violent member of a left-wing guerrilla group — that kidnapped her?

By Richard Stockton April 20, 2024

Who Betrayed Anne Frank? Inside The Historical Evidence

After two failed inquiries in 1947 and 1963, a team of investigators believes that a Jewish notary betrayed Anne Frank's hiding place to protect his family from deportation.

By Marco Margaritoff Apr 20, 2024

Who Betrayed Anne Frank? Inside The Historical Evidence

After two failed inquiries in 1947 and 1963, a team of investigators believes that a Jewish notary betrayed Anne Frank's hiding place to protect his family from deportation.

By Marco Margaritoff April 20, 2024

Why Some Say The Black Knight Satellite Is A 13,000-Year-Old Alien Spaceship

Though some believe that an alien craft called the Black Knight Satellite is orbiting Earth, NASA says that any photographic "proof" merely depicts space junk.

By Marco Margaritoff Apr 20, 2024

Why Some Say The Black Knight Satellite Is A 13,000-Year-Old Alien Spaceship

Though some believe that an alien craft called the Black Knight Satellite is orbiting Earth, NASA says that any photographic "proof" merely depicts space junk.

By Marco Margaritoff April 20, 2024

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Schwerer Gustav, Germany’s World War II Weapon That Was The Largest Gun In World History

Built by Krupp in 1941, the Schwerer Gustav railway gun was the Nazis' "miracle weapon" that could blast through 20 feet of concrete from nearly 30 miles away.

By All That's Interesting Apr 19, 2024

Schwerer Gustav, Germany’s World War II Weapon That Was The Largest Gun In World History

Built by Krupp in 1941, the Schwerer Gustav railway gun was the Nazis' "miracle weapon" that could blast through 20 feet of concrete from nearly 30 miles away.

By All That's Interesting April 19, 2024

How Did Al Capone Die? Inside The Chicago Mobster’s Deranged Last Years

By the time of Al Capone's death, the 48-year-old had deteriorated so severely from the advanced syphilis ravaging his brain that he had the mental capacity of a 12-year-old.

By Marco Margaritoff Apr 18, 2024

How Did Al Capone Die? Inside The Chicago Mobster’s Deranged Last Years

By the time of Al Capone's death, the 48-year-old had deteriorated so severely from the advanced syphilis ravaging his brain that he had the mental capacity of a 12-year-old.

By Marco Margaritoff April 18, 2024

The Life And Crimes Of Robert Durst, The Multimillionaire Linked To Three Murders

The oldest son of a New York City real estate magnate, Robert Durst became a suspect in three murder cases — but it took decades before he faced justice.

By Amber Morgan Apr 17, 2024

The Life And Crimes Of Robert Durst, The Multimillionaire Linked To Three Murders

The oldest son of a New York City real estate magnate, Robert Durst became a suspect in three murder cases — but it took decades before he faced justice.

By Amber Morgan April 17, 2024