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The Horrific Kidnapping Of Katie Beers And Her 17 Days In An Underground Bunker

On December 28, 1992, nine-year-old Katie Beers was captured by family friend John Esposito — then held prisoner and abused for weeks.

By Neil Patmore • Nov 21, 2022

The Horrific Kidnapping Of Katie Beers And Her 17 Days In An Underground Bunker

On December 28, 1992, nine-year-old Katie Beers was captured by family friend John Esposito — then held prisoner and abused for weeks.

By Neil Patmore • November 21, 2022

Santa Claus Figures From Around The World Who Don’t Always Bring Christmas Joy

Santa Claus is based on a real man named St. Nicholas who lived in the third century, but the generous monk also spawned countless other legends of Santa-like figures.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 21, 2022

Santa Claus Figures From Around The World Who Don’t Always Bring Christmas Joy

Santa Claus is based on a real man named St. Nicholas who lived in the third century, but the generous monk also spawned countless other legends of Santa-like figures.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 21, 2022

Otoya Yamaguchi: The Teenager Who Assassinated Inejirō Asanuma During A Televised Political Debate

During a live debate in Tokyo on October 12, 1960, Otoya Yamaguchi charged at Inejirō Asanuma and stabbed him twice with a samurai sword.

By William DeLong • Nov 20, 2022

Otoya Yamaguchi: The Teenager Who Assassinated Inejirō Asanuma During A Televised Political Debate

During a live debate in Tokyo on October 12, 1960, Otoya Yamaguchi charged at Inejirō Asanuma and stabbed him twice with a samurai sword.

By William DeLong • November 20, 2022

Robert The Bruce: The Story Behind The Scottish Ruler Of ‘Braveheart’ And ‘Outlaw King’

In the early 14th century, Robert the Bruce became the King of Scots and ensured his country's independence after repulsing several English invasions.

By Gina Dimuro • Nov 20, 2022

Robert The Bruce: The Story Behind The Scottish Ruler Of ‘Braveheart’ And ‘Outlaw King’

In the early 14th century, Robert the Bruce became the King of Scots and ensured his country's independence after repulsing several English invasions.

By Gina Dimuro • November 20, 2022

Inside The Story Of Sawney Bean And His Clan Of Cannibal Killers That Inspired ‘The Hills Have Eyes’

The head of a 45-member clan in Scotland, Sawney Bean allegedly killed and cannibalized over 1,000 victims in the early 16th century. But did he even exist?

By Leah Silverman • Nov 19, 2022

Inside The Story Of Sawney Bean And His Clan Of Cannibal Killers That Inspired ‘The Hills Have Eyes’

The head of a 45-member clan in Scotland, Sawney Bean allegedly killed and cannibalized over 1,000 victims in the early 16th century. But did he even exist?

By Leah Silverman • November 19, 2022

The Life Of Li Ching-Yuen, The Chinese Man Who Claimed To Be The Oldest Person In World History

Li Ching-Yuen was reportedly 256 years old when he died in 1933, though genetics experts say that's "impossible."

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 18, 2022

The Life Of Li Ching-Yuen, The Chinese Man Who Claimed To Be The Oldest Person In World History

Li Ching-Yuen was reportedly 256 years old when he died in 1933, though genetics experts say that's "impossible."

By Genevieve Carlton • November 18, 2022

Inside The Disturbing True Story Of Serial Rapist Marc O’Leary

Starting in 2008, Marc O'Leary stalked and raped at least six women in Colorado and Washington — and police refused to believe his first victim.

By Neil Patmore • Nov 17, 2022

Inside The Disturbing True Story Of Serial Rapist Marc O’Leary

Starting in 2008, Marc O'Leary stalked and raped at least six women in Colorado and Washington — and police refused to believe his first victim.

By Neil Patmore • November 17, 2022

The Shocking True Story Of Larry Hoover And The Gangster Disciples

The founder of Gangster Disciples, Chicago gang leader "King Larry" Hoover only grew his empire after he was sentenced to prison in 1973.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 17, 2022

The Shocking True Story Of Larry Hoover And The Gangster Disciples

The founder of Gangster Disciples, Chicago gang leader "King Larry" Hoover only grew his empire after he was sentenced to prison in 1973.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 17, 2022

The Story Of Emily Davison, The British Suffragist Who Was Killed By The King’s Horse

On June 4, 1913, suffragist Emily Davison ran in front of King George V's horse during the Epsom Derby in what appeared to be a bungled act of protest.

By Maggie Donahue • Nov 17, 2022

The Story Of Emily Davison, The British Suffragist Who Was Killed By The King’s Horse

On June 4, 1913, suffragist Emily Davison ran in front of King George V's horse during the Epsom Derby in what appeared to be a bungled act of protest.

By Maggie Donahue • November 17, 2022

David Hahn, The ‘Radioactive Boy Scout’ Who Tried To Build A Nuclear Reactor In His Backyard

David Hahn caught the attention of the FBI and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission after he attempted to build a "breeder" reactor in a Michigan potting shed in the mid-1990s.

By Andrew Kolba • Nov 16, 2022

David Hahn, The ‘Radioactive Boy Scout’ Who Tried To Build A Nuclear Reactor In His Backyard

David Hahn caught the attention of the FBI and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission after he attempted to build a "breeder" reactor in a Michigan potting shed in the mid-1990s.

By Andrew Kolba • November 16, 2022