Interesting People Who Make History Worth Remembering

Robin Boes’ Mother Pleaded Guilty To Her Grisly Murder. But Was It A False Confession?

Karen Boes was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her daughter in 2002. But 16-hour interrogation footage reveals something different.

By Aimee Lamoureux Sep 18, 2018

Robin Boes’ Mother Pleaded Guilty To Her Grisly Murder. But Was It A False Confession?

Karen Boes was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her daughter in 2002. But 16-hour interrogation footage reveals something different.

By Aimee Lamoureux September 18, 2018

Alexander Solonik: The Cold-Blooded Russian Hitman Known As “The Superkiller”

He escaped impenetrable prisons. He murdered mafiosos. He almost lived safely in secrecy, until the hitman became the target.

By William DeLong Sep 18, 2018

Alexander Solonik: The Cold-Blooded Russian Hitman Known As “The Superkiller”

He escaped impenetrable prisons. He murdered mafiosos. He almost lived safely in secrecy, until the hitman became the target.

By William DeLong September 18, 2018

Masamune, The 13th-Century Japanese Swordsmith Who Was The Stuff Of Legends

Legend says that his swords were so well-made, their layers went to a point that was but one atom thick.

By William DeLong Sep 17, 2018

Masamune, The 13th-Century Japanese Swordsmith Who Was The Stuff Of Legends

Legend says that his swords were so well-made, their layers went to a point that was but one atom thick.

By William DeLong September 17, 2018

Freddie Oversteegen, The Dutch Resistance Fighter Who Seduced And Killed Nazis As A Teen, Dies at 92

When she was just 14-years-old, Freddie Oversteegen joined the resistance and fought against the Nazis in World War II.

By Caroline Redmond Sep 17, 2018

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Freddie Oversteegen, The Dutch Resistance Fighter Who Seduced And Killed Nazis As A Teen, Dies at 92

When she was just 14-years-old, Freddie Oversteegen joined the resistance and fought against the Nazis in World War II.

By Caroline Redmond September 17, 2018

How ‘Operation Finale’ Finally Brought Nazi Fugitive Adolf Eichmann To Justice

Adolf Eichmann evaded capture and trial for nearly 15 years before Israeli Agents were tipped off by a young Jewish woman.

By Mark Oliver Sep 14, 2018

How ‘Operation Finale’ Finally Brought Nazi Fugitive Adolf Eichmann To Justice

Adolf Eichmann evaded capture and trial for nearly 15 years before Israeli Agents were tipped off by a young Jewish woman.

By Mark Oliver September 14, 2018

27 Sun Tzu Quotes That Show Why People Are Talking About ‘The Art Of War’ 2,500 Years Later

These profound Sun Tzu quotes reveal his wisdom and explain why people are still reading "The Art of War" more than 2,500 years later.

By John Kuroski Sep 13, 2018

27 Sun Tzu Quotes That Show Why People Are Talking About ‘The Art Of War’ 2,500 Years Later

These profound Sun Tzu quotes reveal his wisdom and explain why people are still reading "The Art of War" more than 2,500 years later.

By John Kuroski September 13, 2018

This 3,800-Year-Old Tablet Contains The World’s First Customer Service Complaint

One customer was not satisfied with his copper purchase and wrote a harsh message to the businessman Ea-nasir, etching both the front and back of a clay tablet in cuneiform.

By Bernadette Deron Sep 10, 2018

This 3,800-Year-Old Tablet Contains The World’s First Customer Service Complaint

One customer was not satisfied with his copper purchase and wrote a harsh message to the businessman Ea-nasir, etching both the front and back of a clay tablet in cuneiform.

By Bernadette Deron September 10, 2018

Jocelyn Bell Burnell Was Snubbed Of A Nobel Prize 50 Years Ago, Now She’s Won $3 Million – And Is Donating It All

Jocelyn Bell Burnell has been a pioneer in the astrophysics field. Her story highlights the importance of women and minority representation in the STEM field.

By Caroline Redmond Sep 7, 2018

Science News

Jocelyn Bell Burnell Was Snubbed Of A Nobel Prize 50 Years Ago, Now She’s Won $3 Million – And Is Donating It All

Jocelyn Bell Burnell has been a pioneer in the astrophysics field. Her story highlights the importance of women and minority representation in the STEM field.

By Caroline Redmond September 7, 2018

Nurse Reunites With Doctor She Cared For As A Premature Baby In That Same Hospital 28 Years Ago

"Meeting Vilma was a surreal experience ... I've come full circle and I'm taking care of babies with the nurse that took care of me."

By Caroline Redmond Sep 7, 2018

News

Nurse Reunites With Doctor She Cared For As A Premature Baby In That Same Hospital 28 Years Ago

"Meeting Vilma was a surreal experience ... I've come full circle and I'm taking care of babies with the nurse that took care of me."

By Caroline Redmond September 7, 2018

Javier Peña: The DEA Agent Who Hunted Down Pablo Escobar

Just how accurately did Netflix's Narcos show the downfall of Pablo Escobar at the hands of DEA Agent Javier Peña?

By Wyatt Redd Sep 6, 2018

Javier Peña: The DEA Agent Who Hunted Down Pablo Escobar

Just how accurately did Netflix's Narcos show the downfall of Pablo Escobar at the hands of DEA Agent Javier Peña?

By Wyatt Redd September 6, 2018

These Are The Laziest Countries In The World, According To The United Nations

The World Health Organization had hoped to reduce inactivity 10 percent by 2025, but these numbers don't bode well for that goal.

By Bernadette Deron Sep 6, 2018

Science News

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Robin Boes’ Mother Pleaded Guilty To Her Grisly Murder. But Was It A False Confession?

Robin Boes’ Mother Pleaded Guilty To Her Grisly Murder. But Was It A False Confession?

Alexander Solonik: The Cold-Blooded Russian Hitman Known As “The Superkiller”

Alexander Solonik: The Cold-Blooded Russian Hitman Known As “The Superkiller”

Masamune, The 13th-Century Japanese Swordsmith Who Was The Stuff Of Legends

Masamune, The 13th-Century Japanese Swordsmith Who Was The Stuff Of Legends

Freddie Oversteegen, The Dutch Resistance Fighter Who Seduced And Killed Nazis As A Teen, Dies at 92

Freddie Oversteegen, The Dutch Resistance Fighter Who Seduced And Killed Nazis As A Teen, Dies at 92

How ‘Operation Finale’ Finally Brought Nazi Fugitive Adolf Eichmann To Justice

How ‘Operation Finale’ Finally Brought Nazi Fugitive Adolf Eichmann To Justice

27 Sun Tzu Quotes That Show Why People Are Talking About ‘The Art Of War’ 2,500 Years Later

27 Sun Tzu Quotes That Show Why People Are Talking About ‘The Art Of War’ 2,500 Years Later

This 3,800-Year-Old Tablet Contains The World’s First Customer Service Complaint

This 3,800-Year-Old Tablet Contains The World’s First Customer Service Complaint

Jocelyn Bell Burnell Was Snubbed Of A Nobel Prize 50 Years Ago, Now She’s Won $3 Million – And Is Donating It All

Jocelyn Bell Burnell Was Snubbed Of A Nobel Prize 50 Years Ago, Now She’s Won $3 Million – And Is Donating It All

Nurse Reunites With Doctor She Cared For As A Premature Baby In That Same Hospital 28 Years Ago

Nurse Reunites With Doctor She Cared For As A Premature Baby In That Same Hospital 28 Years Ago

Javier Peña: The DEA Agent Who Hunted Down Pablo Escobar

Javier Peña: The DEA Agent Who Hunted Down Pablo Escobar

These Are The Laziest Countries In The World, According To The United Nations

These Are The Laziest Countries In The World, According To The United Nations

Giovanni Falcone: The Judge Who Took On The Sicilian Mafia And Paid With His Life

Giovanni Falcone: The Judge Who Took On The Sicilian Mafia And Paid With His Life