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Scientists May Have Extracted Leonardo Da Vinci’s DNA From A Renaissance Sketch

Scientists extracted DNA from a chalk drawing called the "Holy Child," which may have been sketched by Leonardo da Vinci around 1470.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 8, 2026

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Scientists May Have Extracted Leonardo Da Vinci’s DNA From A Renaissance Sketch

Scientists extracted DNA from a chalk drawing called the "Holy Child," which may have been sketched by Leonardo da Vinci around 1470.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 8, 2026

Inside The Brutal Murder Of Polly Klaas, The 12-Year-Old Kidnapped From A Slumber Party

On October 1, 1993, Polly Klaas was abducted at knifepoint during a sleepover at her home in Petaluma, California. She was later found murdered.

By Ainsley Brown • Jan 7, 2026

Inside The Brutal Murder Of Polly Klaas, The 12-Year-Old Kidnapped From A Slumber Party

On October 1, 1993, Polly Klaas was abducted at knifepoint during a sleepover at her home in Petaluma, California. She was later found murdered.

By Ainsley Brown • January 7, 2026

Inside Ted Bundy’s Death, From His Last Words To His Execution

At 7 a.m. on January 24, 1989, Ted Bundy died via execution in the electric chair at Florida State Prison after murdering dozens of victims between 1974 and 1978.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 7, 2026

Inside Ted Bundy’s Death, From His Last Words To His Execution

At 7 a.m. on January 24, 1989, Ted Bundy died via execution in the electric chair at Florida State Prison after murdering dozens of victims between 1974 and 1978.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 7, 2026

How Did John Candy Die? Inside The Beloved Comedian’s Tragic Death

After years of struggling with drug addiction and overeating, John Candy died of a heart attack on March 4, 1994.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 7, 2026

How Did John Candy Die? Inside The Beloved Comedian’s Tragic Death

After years of struggling with drug addiction and overeating, John Candy died of a heart attack on March 4, 1994.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 7, 2026

25 Haunting Photos Of Robert F. Kennedy’s Assassination During His 1968 Presidential Campaign

Robert F. Kennedy spent the moments before he was fatally shot by Sirhan Sirhan on June 5, 1968, thanking his supporters after winning California's Democratic presidential primary.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 6, 2026

25 Haunting Photos Of Robert F. Kennedy’s Assassination During His 1968 Presidential Campaign

Robert F. Kennedy spent the moments before he was fatally shot by Sirhan Sirhan on June 5, 1968, thanking his supporters after winning California's Democratic presidential primary.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 6, 2026

Blanche Dumas, The ‘Three-Legged Courtesan’ Who Had Four Breasts And Two Vaginas

Born in Martinique around 1860, Blanche Dumas drew crowds by appearing nude in freak shows and allegedly went on to become a renowned sex worker in Paris.

By Ainsley Brown • Jan 5, 2026

Blanche Dumas, The ‘Three-Legged Courtesan’ Who Had Four Breasts And Two Vaginas

Born in Martinique around 1860, Blanche Dumas drew crowds by appearing nude in freak shows and allegedly went on to become a renowned sex worker in Paris.

By Ainsley Brown • January 5, 2026

Richard Flaherty, The 4’9″ Green Beret Who Earned Two Purple Hearts In Vietnam And Smuggled Weapons To Nicaraguan Contras

Despite his short stature, Richard Flaherty became known as the "Giant Killer" for his bravery on the battlefield — and beyond.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 5, 2026

Richard Flaherty, The 4’9″ Green Beret Who Earned Two Purple Hearts In Vietnam And Smuggled Weapons To Nicaraguan Contras

Despite his short stature, Richard Flaherty became known as the "Giant Killer" for his bravery on the battlefield — and beyond.

By Austin Harvey • January 5, 2026

The Death Of Elvis Presley: Inside The Sordid Demise Of The King Of Rock

Following a decades-long struggle with his weight and drug abuse, Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977 at 42 years old.

By Wyatt Redd • Jan 5, 2026

The Death Of Elvis Presley: Inside The Sordid Demise Of The King Of Rock

Following a decades-long struggle with his weight and drug abuse, Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977 at 42 years old.

By Wyatt Redd • January 5, 2026

Charlie Brandt Killed His Mom At 13 — Then Walked Free To Butcher His Wife As An Adult

No one could believe that mild-mannered Charlie Brandt had mutilated his wife and niece until they discovered his grisly past.

By William DeLong • Jan 5, 2026

Charlie Brandt Killed His Mom At 13 — Then Walked Free To Butcher His Wife As An Adult

No one could believe that mild-mannered Charlie Brandt had mutilated his wife and niece until they discovered his grisly past.

By William DeLong • January 5, 2026

The Tragic Story Of David Sharp, Who Froze To Death While Solo Climbing Mount Everest

On May 15, 2006, David Sharp died on the Northeast Ridge of Mount Everest after becoming immobile due to frostbite and a lack of oxygen. The 40 climbers who passed him as he struggled later faced harsh criticism for not trying harder to save him.

By Gina Dimuro • Jan 4, 2026

The Tragic Story Of David Sharp, Who Froze To Death While Solo Climbing Mount Everest

On May 15, 2006, David Sharp died on the Northeast Ridge of Mount Everest after becoming immobile due to frostbite and a lack of oxygen. The 40 climbers who passed him as he struggled later faced harsh criticism for not trying harder to save him.

By Gina Dimuro • January 4, 2026