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Ron Kovic, The Vietnam War Hero Who Later Protested Against The Conflict

Ron Kovic's biography about his service in Vietnam and his anti-war activism inspired the Tom Cruise film Born on the Fourth of July.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 28, 2024

Ron Kovic, The Vietnam War Hero Who Later Protested Against The Conflict

Ron Kovic's biography about his service in Vietnam and his anti-war activism inspired the Tom Cruise film Born on the Fourth of July.

By Austin Harvey • March 28, 2024

55 Photos Of The Titanic In Color That Bring The Story Of This Ill-Fated Voyage To Life Like Never Before

From the Grand Staircase and first-class staterooms to the doomed passengers and half-empty lifeboats, see some of the most stunning photos of the Titanic in color.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 27, 2024

55 Photos Of The Titanic In Color That Bring The Story Of This Ill-Fated Voyage To Life Like Never Before

From the Grand Staircase and first-class staterooms to the doomed passengers and half-empty lifeboats, see some of the most stunning photos of the Titanic in color.

By Austin Harvey • March 27, 2024

Inside The Theory That Jack The Ripper Was A 19th-Century Cotton Merchant Named James Maybrick

A diary allegedly written by James Maybrick not only reveals that its author was Jack the Ripper, but contains grisly details of the Ripper murders that only the killer would know.

By John Kuroski • Mar 27, 2024

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Inside The Theory That Jack The Ripper Was A 19th-Century Cotton Merchant Named James Maybrick

A diary allegedly written by James Maybrick not only reveals that its author was Jack the Ripper, but contains grisly details of the Ripper murders that only the killer would know.

By John Kuroski • March 27, 2024

Shoichi Yokoi, The Japanese World War II Holdout Who Didn’t Surrender Until 1972

Imperial Japanese Army sergeant Shoichi Yokoi fled into the jungles of Guam when American forces recaptured the island in 1944 — and didn't emerge until he was finally discovered 28 years later.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 26, 2024

Shoichi Yokoi, The Japanese World War II Holdout Who Didn’t Surrender Until 1972

Imperial Japanese Army sergeant Shoichi Yokoi fled into the jungles of Guam when American forces recaptured the island in 1944 — and didn't emerge until he was finally discovered 28 years later.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 26, 2024

Who Was Ron Goldman, The Man Who Was Killed Alongside O.J. Simpson’s Ex-Wife?

A friend of Nicole Brown Simpson who fatefully visited her Brentwood home on the day of her murder, Ron Goldman is one of the most famous innocent bystanders in modern history.

By Rivy Lyon • Mar 25, 2024

Who Was Ron Goldman, The Man Who Was Killed Alongside O.J. Simpson’s Ex-Wife?

A friend of Nicole Brown Simpson who fatefully visited her Brentwood home on the day of her murder, Ron Goldman is one of the most famous innocent bystanders in modern history.

By Rivy Lyon • March 25, 2024

These 77 Images Are Some Of The World’s First Color Photos

From the very first color photo taken in 1861 to the streets of Paris during World War I, these incredible early color photographs offer a window into the past.

By Erin Kelly • Mar 25, 2024

These 77 Images Are Some Of The World’s First Color Photos

From the very first color photo taken in 1861 to the streets of Paris during World War I, these incredible early color photographs offer a window into the past.

By Erin Kelly • March 25, 2024

“No More Wire Hangers”: Inside The Tumultuous Relationship Between Joan And Christina Crawford

In Mommie Dearest, Christina Crawford claimed that her mother was a sadistic abuser — but those closest to Joan Crawford disagreed.

By Gina Dimuro • Mar 24, 2024

“No More Wire Hangers”: Inside The Tumultuous Relationship Between Joan And Christina Crawford

In Mommie Dearest, Christina Crawford claimed that her mother was a sadistic abuser — but those closest to Joan Crawford disagreed.

By Gina Dimuro • March 24, 2024

Mackenzie Phillips Was The Daughter Of John Phillips — And The Alleged Victim Of His Sexual Abuse

For 10 years, The Mamas & The Papas guitarist John Phillips allegedly had an incestuous relationship with his daughter Mackenzie Phillips.

By Wyatt Redd • Mar 23, 2024

Mackenzie Phillips Was The Daughter Of John Phillips — And The Alleged Victim Of His Sexual Abuse

For 10 years, The Mamas & The Papas guitarist John Phillips allegedly had an incestuous relationship with his daughter Mackenzie Phillips.

By Wyatt Redd • March 23, 2024

Welcome To Fly Geyser, The Surreal Landmark Just Outside Nevada’s Black Rock Desert

The geyser at Fly Ranch in Nevada is a unique, rainbow-colored geologic wonder — and it formed by complete accident.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 22, 2024

Welcome To Fly Geyser, The Surreal Landmark Just Outside Nevada’s Black Rock Desert

The geyser at Fly Ranch in Nevada is a unique, rainbow-colored geologic wonder — and it formed by complete accident.

By Austin Harvey • March 22, 2024

Harry Houdini Escaped From The Belly Of A Whale — But He Couldn’t Escape Death

Legend has it that Harry Houdini died on Halloween in 1926 after an overeager fan punched him in the gut and caused his appendix to rupture — but the two events may not have been linked.

By Joseph Williams • Mar 22, 2024

Harry Houdini Escaped From The Belly Of A Whale — But He Couldn’t Escape Death

Legend has it that Harry Houdini died on Halloween in 1926 after an overeager fan punched him in the gut and caused his appendix to rupture — but the two events may not have been linked.

By Joseph Williams • March 22, 2024