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Was Aileen Wuornos A Serial Killer, A Victim, Or Both?

After suffering sexual abuse as a teenager and being forced out of the house, Aileen Wuornos engaged in sex work and eventually killed seven of her johns in 1989 and 1990.

By Richard Stockton • Oct 15, 2023

Was Aileen Wuornos A Serial Killer, A Victim, Or Both?

After suffering sexual abuse as a teenager and being forced out of the house, Aileen Wuornos engaged in sex work and eventually killed seven of her johns in 1989 and 1990.

By Richard Stockton • October 15, 2023

The Astonishing Story Of Doris Payne, The Infamous Jewel Thief Who’s Been At It For Decades

Going all the way back to 1952, Doris Payne has spent more than two-thirds of her life stealing jewelry, and she's never shown any interest in slowing down.

By Katie Serena • Oct 14, 2023

The Astonishing Story Of Doris Payne, The Infamous Jewel Thief Who’s Been At It For Decades

Going all the way back to 1952, Doris Payne has spent more than two-thirds of her life stealing jewelry, and she's never shown any interest in slowing down.

By Katie Serena • October 14, 2023

The Sickening Crimes Of Marc Dutroux, The Child-Killing ‘Monster’ Of Belgium

Marc Dutroux, who held six girls prisoner in his basement dungeon between 1995 and 1996, was only arrested after multiple tips and even a visit from the police, where they ignored the cries of his victims below.

By Maggie Donahue • Oct 12, 2023

The Sickening Crimes Of Marc Dutroux, The Child-Killing ‘Monster’ Of Belgium

Marc Dutroux, who held six girls prisoner in his basement dungeon between 1995 and 1996, was only arrested after multiple tips and even a visit from the police, where they ignored the cries of his victims below.

By Maggie Donahue • October 12, 2023

The Harrowing Tale Of The SS Dumaru, The Wrecked Ship Whose Survivors Resorted To Cannibalism

When the SS Dumaru was struck by lightning and sank near Guam in 1918, its crew was left adrift in a lifeboat for three weeks — and when food ran out, they turned to cannibalism.

By Maggie Donahue • Oct 11, 2023

The Harrowing Tale Of The SS Dumaru, The Wrecked Ship Whose Survivors Resorted To Cannibalism

When the SS Dumaru was struck by lightning and sank near Guam in 1918, its crew was left adrift in a lifeboat for three weeks — and when food ran out, they turned to cannibalism.

By Maggie Donahue • October 11, 2023

Stage Where Shakespeare Allegedly Performed Uncovered In England

William Shakespeare allegedly performed at St. George’s Guildhall in Norfolk at the end of the 16th century when London's theatres were closed because of the plague.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 11, 2023

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Stage Where Shakespeare Allegedly Performed Uncovered In England

William Shakespeare allegedly performed at St. George’s Guildhall in Norfolk at the end of the 16th century when London's theatres were closed because of the plague.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 11, 2023

An Elderly Couple Sold An Antique Dealer An African Mask For $158. Now, They’re Suing Him After He Resold It For Millions

The traditional Fang mask from Gabon is one of only a few such artifacts in existence — but the couple had no idea how valuable it was until they read about the $4.4 million sale in the newspaper.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Oct 10, 2023

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An Elderly Couple Sold An Antique Dealer An African Mask For $158. Now, They’re Suing Him After He Resold It For Millions

The traditional Fang mask from Gabon is one of only a few such artifacts in existence — but the couple had no idea how valuable it was until they read about the $4.4 million sale in the newspaper.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • October 10, 2023

Rachel Shoaf, The West Virginia Teen Who Killed Her Friend Because She ‘Just Didn’t Like Her’ Anymore

In July 2012, 16-year-old Rachel Shoaf conspired with her friend Shelia Eddy to murder Skylar Neese by literally stabbing her in the back.

By Maggie Donahue • Oct 9, 2023

Rachel Shoaf, The West Virginia Teen Who Killed Her Friend Because She ‘Just Didn’t Like Her’ Anymore

In July 2012, 16-year-old Rachel Shoaf conspired with her friend Shelia Eddy to murder Skylar Neese by literally stabbing her in the back.

By Maggie Donahue • October 9, 2023

The Disturbing Story Of Angelo Buono, The ‘Hillside Strangler’ Who Tormented 1970s Los Angeles

Angelo Buono displayed a troubling hatred toward women from a young age — and in 1983, he was sentenced to life in prison for raping, torturing, and killing nine women and girls alongside his cousin Kenneth Bianchi.

By Matt Crabtree • Oct 7, 2023

The Disturbing Story Of Angelo Buono, The ‘Hillside Strangler’ Who Tormented 1970s Los Angeles

Angelo Buono displayed a troubling hatred toward women from a young age — and in 1983, he was sentenced to life in prison for raping, torturing, and killing nine women and girls alongside his cousin Kenneth Bianchi.

By Matt Crabtree • October 7, 2023

11 Murder-For-Hire Plots That Backfired In Disastrous Fashion

As these failed murder-for-hire plots reveal, hiring a hitman doesn't always turn out as expected.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 5, 2023

11 Murder-For-Hire Plots That Backfired In Disastrous Fashion

As these failed murder-for-hire plots reveal, hiring a hitman doesn't always turn out as expected.

By Austin Harvey • October 5, 2023

The Life And Death Of Cesare Borgia, The Ruthless Conqueror Of Renaissance Europe

Born around 1475 as Pope Alexander VI's illegitimate son, Cesare Borgia was a notorious noble, cardinal, and soldier who died brutally in 1507.

By Genevieve Carlton • Oct 5, 2023

The Life And Death Of Cesare Borgia, The Ruthless Conqueror Of Renaissance Europe

Born around 1475 as Pope Alexander VI's illegitimate son, Cesare Borgia was a notorious noble, cardinal, and soldier who died brutally in 1507.

By Genevieve Carlton • October 5, 2023