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The Story Of Jorge ‘Rivi’ Ayala, The ‘Cocaine Cowboy’ Who Served As Griselda Blanco’s Top Hitman

Throughout the 1980s, Jorge "Rivi" Ayala-Rivera became infamous as the ruthless hitman of Miami drug lord Griselda Blanco — then he turned on her to save himself.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 27, 2023

The Story Of Jorge ‘Rivi’ Ayala, The ‘Cocaine Cowboy’ Who Served As Griselda Blanco’s Top Hitman

Throughout the 1980s, Jorge "Rivi" Ayala-Rivera became infamous as the ruthless hitman of Miami drug lord Griselda Blanco — then he turned on her to save himself.

By Austin Harvey • December 27, 2023

The Incredible Story Of Edwin Booth, The Largely Forgotten Brother Of Lincoln Assassin John Wilkes Booth

A celebrated actor who toured America and Europe, Edwin Booth even once saved the life of Abraham Lincoln's son — but his legacy was forever tarnished just months later when his brother assassinated the president.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 26, 2023

The Incredible Story Of Edwin Booth, The Largely Forgotten Brother Of Lincoln Assassin John Wilkes Booth

A celebrated actor who toured America and Europe, Edwin Booth even once saved the life of Abraham Lincoln's son — but his legacy was forever tarnished just months later when his brother assassinated the president.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 26, 2023

How Did Frida Kahlo Die? Why The Renowned Artist’s Death Remains Shrouded In Mystery

On July 13, 1954, Frida Kahlo died at her home in Mexico City, but certain details have some convinced that her real cause of death was covered up.

By Natasha Ishak • Dec 26, 2023

How Did Frida Kahlo Die? Why The Renowned Artist’s Death Remains Shrouded In Mystery

On July 13, 1954, Frida Kahlo died at her home in Mexico City, but certain details have some convinced that her real cause of death was covered up.

By Natasha Ishak • December 26, 2023

The Life Of Zoya Kosmodemyanskaya, The Soviet Resistance Fighter Who Battled The Nazis Until Her Last Breath

In 1941, 18-year-old Zoya Kosmodemyanskaya was executed by German troops after she gave her fellow resistance fighters one final rallying cry: "I’m not afraid to die, comrades. It is happiness to die for one’s people!”

By Maggie Donahue • Dec 25, 2023

The Life Of Zoya Kosmodemyanskaya, The Soviet Resistance Fighter Who Battled The Nazis Until Her Last Breath

In 1941, 18-year-old Zoya Kosmodemyanskaya was executed by German troops after she gave her fellow resistance fighters one final rallying cry: "I’m not afraid to die, comrades. It is happiness to die for one’s people!”

By Maggie Donahue • December 25, 2023

37 Throwback Christmas Pictures Of Hollywood’s Brightest Stars

From posing with mall Santas to belting out Christmas carols on a microphone, these celebrities knew early on how to get into the holiday spirit.

By Maggie Donahue • Dec 25, 2023

37 Throwback Christmas Pictures Of Hollywood’s Brightest Stars

From posing with mall Santas to belting out Christmas carols on a microphone, these celebrities knew early on how to get into the holiday spirit.

By Maggie Donahue • December 25, 2023

Inside The Glamorous, Groundbreaking Story Of Twiggy, The English Model Whose Iconic Look Epitomized ’60s Fashion

With her cropped hairstyle, androgynous aesthetic, and mod style, Twiggy was the face of the '60s — and she remains a cultural icon to this day.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 24, 2023

Inside The Glamorous, Groundbreaking Story Of Twiggy, The English Model Whose Iconic Look Epitomized ’60s Fashion

With her cropped hairstyle, androgynous aesthetic, and mod style, Twiggy was the face of the '60s — and she remains a cultural icon to this day.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 24, 2023

French Billionaire Nicolas Puech Wants To Adopt His Middle-Aged Gardener — And Leave Him Half Of His Fortune

An heir to the Hermès fortune, Nicolas Puech's money was supposed to go to a charity he founded, but the billionaire changed his mind this year.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 21, 2023

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French Billionaire Nicolas Puech Wants To Adopt His Middle-Aged Gardener — And Leave Him Half Of His Fortune

An heir to the Hermès fortune, Nicolas Puech's money was supposed to go to a charity he founded, but the billionaire changed his mind this year.

By Austin Harvey • December 21, 2023

The Mysterious ‘Suicide’ Of Rebecca Zahau, Who Was Found Bound, Gagged, And Hanging From Her Boyfriend’s Balcony

On July 13, 2011, Rebecca Zahau was found dead at her boyfriend's California home — just days after his young son suffered a fatal fall while under her care.

By Rivy Lyon • Dec 21, 2023

The Mysterious ‘Suicide’ Of Rebecca Zahau, Who Was Found Bound, Gagged, And Hanging From Her Boyfriend’s Balcony

On July 13, 2011, Rebecca Zahau was found dead at her boyfriend's California home — just days after his young son suffered a fatal fall while under her care.

By Rivy Lyon • December 21, 2023

The Chilling Story Of Angela Simpson, The Murderer Who Tortured And Killed A Disabled Man

Over the course of three days in August 2009, Angela Simpson callously tormented Terry Neely because she thought he was a police informant.

By Rivy Lyon • Dec 20, 2023

The Chilling Story Of Angela Simpson, The Murderer Who Tortured And Killed A Disabled Man

Over the course of three days in August 2009, Angela Simpson callously tormented Terry Neely because she thought he was a police informant.

By Rivy Lyon • December 20, 2023

The Extraordinary Life Of Robert ‘Rosie’ Rosenthal, The World War II Pilot Who ‘Couldn’t Get Killed’

Robert “Rosie” Rosenthal flew 52 missions as an American bomber pilot and survived being shot down twice during World War II. Then, he used his law degree to prosecute Nazis at Nuremberg.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 19, 2023

The Extraordinary Life Of Robert ‘Rosie’ Rosenthal, The World War II Pilot Who ‘Couldn’t Get Killed’

Robert “Rosie” Rosenthal flew 52 missions as an American bomber pilot and survived being shot down twice during World War II. Then, he used his law degree to prosecute Nazis at Nuremberg.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 19, 2023