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The Complicated Story Of Marcus Junius Brutus — And How He Became Known As History’s Most Infamous Traitor

Before Brutus' name became synonymous with the betrayal of Julius Caesar, Roman republicans sang his praises as a hero of democracy.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • Aug 12, 2022

The Complicated Story Of Marcus Junius Brutus — And How He Became Known As History’s Most Infamous Traitor

Before Brutus' name became synonymous with the betrayal of Julius Caesar, Roman republicans sang his praises as a hero of democracy.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • August 12, 2022

R. Budd Dwyer: The Politician Who Killed Himself On Television In 1987

In 1986, Pennsylvania state treasurer Robert Budd Dwyer was convicted of bribery charges — then he shot himself in front of television cameras a few months later.

By John Kuroski • Aug 11, 2022

R. Budd Dwyer: The Politician Who Killed Himself On Television In 1987

In 1986, Pennsylvania state treasurer Robert Budd Dwyer was convicted of bribery charges — then he shot himself in front of television cameras a few months later.

By John Kuroski • August 11, 2022

Inside The Mysterious Death Of Amelia Earhart And The Disturbing Theories Behind It

Decades after Amelia Earhart disappeared somewhere over the Pacific Ocean in 1937, we still don't know what happened to this trailblazing female pilot.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 11, 2022

Inside The Mysterious Death Of Amelia Earhart And The Disturbing Theories Behind It

Decades after Amelia Earhart disappeared somewhere over the Pacific Ocean in 1937, we still don't know what happened to this trailblazing female pilot.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 11, 2022

The Awe-Inspiring Stories Of Nine Heroes Who Sacrificed Themselves To Save Others

From those who displayed fearlessness in battle to those who volunteered for suicide missions that rescued thousands, these people gave their lives for the greater good.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 11, 2022

The Awe-Inspiring Stories Of Nine Heroes Who Sacrificed Themselves To Save Others

From those who displayed fearlessness in battle to those who volunteered for suicide missions that rescued thousands, these people gave their lives for the greater good.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 11, 2022

The Painful History Of George Washington’s Teeth — And The Gruesome Truth Behind Them

Though many still believe that George Washington had wooden teeth, America's first president actually wore dentures made of ivory, animal bones, and even human teeth that may have belonged to enslaved people.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 10, 2022

The Painful History Of George Washington’s Teeth — And The Gruesome Truth Behind Them

Though many still believe that George Washington had wooden teeth, America's first president actually wore dentures made of ivory, animal bones, and even human teeth that may have belonged to enslaved people.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 10, 2022

The Story Of Marshall Applewhite, The Unhinged Cult Leader Who Orchestrated A Mass Poisoning

As founder of the California-based Heaven's Gate cult, Marshall Applewhite and 38 of his followers died by suicide in March 1997 to ascend to an Earth-saving spaceship.

By Genevieve Carlton • Aug 9, 2022

The Story Of Marshall Applewhite, The Unhinged Cult Leader Who Orchestrated A Mass Poisoning

As founder of the California-based Heaven's Gate cult, Marshall Applewhite and 38 of his followers died by suicide in March 1997 to ascend to an Earth-saving spaceship.

By Genevieve Carlton • August 9, 2022

The Life Of Stede Bonnet, The Gentleman Who Became A Pirate On A Whim

While Stede Bonnet is featured in the comedy series "Our Flag Means Death," the 18th-century Barbadian pirate lived a much wilder life than the show portrays.

By Genevieve Carlton • Aug 9, 2022

The Life Of Stede Bonnet, The Gentleman Who Became A Pirate On A Whim

While Stede Bonnet is featured in the comedy series "Our Flag Means Death," the 18th-century Barbadian pirate lived a much wilder life than the show portrays.

By Genevieve Carlton • August 9, 2022

65 Shockingly Normal Pictures Of Life For The Members Of The Peoples Temple At Jonestown

Jonestown was never self-sufficient. Peoples Temple members worked hard to sustain the group's life there — until the day they committed mass suicide.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 8, 2022

65 Shockingly Normal Pictures Of Life For The Members Of The Peoples Temple At Jonestown

Jonestown was never self-sufficient. Peoples Temple members worked hard to sustain the group's life there — until the day they committed mass suicide.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 8, 2022

Why Rolling Stones Guitarist Brian Jones’ Death Remains A Mystery After More Than 50 Years

On July 3, 1969, Brian Jones drowned in his pool and died at just 27, but questions still linger about what really happened at his Cotchford Farm home that night.

By Erin Kelly • Aug 8, 2022

Why Rolling Stones Guitarist Brian Jones’ Death Remains A Mystery After More Than 50 Years

On July 3, 1969, Brian Jones drowned in his pool and died at just 27, but questions still linger about what really happened at his Cotchford Farm home that night.

By Erin Kelly • August 8, 2022

This Suspected Mass Shooter Claims He Killed Four Innocent People Because They Were Controlling His Mind

After allegedly murdering four of his neighbors in Butler Township, Ohio, Stephen Marlow claimed his victims were "telepathic" government agents that were "activating" mass shooters.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 8, 2022

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This Suspected Mass Shooter Claims He Killed Four Innocent People Because They Were Controlling His Mind

After allegedly murdering four of his neighbors in Butler Township, Ohio, Stephen Marlow claimed his victims were "telepathic" government agents that were "activating" mass shooters.

By Austin Harvey • August 8, 2022