people

Meet Ann Hodges, The Only Person To Be Hit By A Meteorite

In 1954, geologists came across the first recorded case of a meteorite colliding with a human being. Ann Hodges had the unfortunate luck of being that person.

By Katie Serena • Apr 23, 2018

Meet Ann Hodges, The Only Person To Be Hit By A Meteorite

In 1954, geologists came across the first recorded case of a meteorite colliding with a human being. Ann Hodges had the unfortunate luck of being that person.

By Katie Serena • April 23, 2018

The Story Of Terrible Ted — The Pro Wrestling Bear Who Grappled With The World’s Best

Terrible Ted made the rounds in WWA fighting, taking on some of the most famous names in wrestling, and almost always coming out on top.

By Katie Serena • Apr 23, 2018

The Story Of Terrible Ted — The Pro Wrestling Bear Who Grappled With The World’s Best

Terrible Ted made the rounds in WWA fighting, taking on some of the most famous names in wrestling, and almost always coming out on top.

By Katie Serena • April 23, 2018

Roland Freisler: The Nazi Judge Who Ran Hitler’s Deadly Kangaroo Court

If you went before Roland Freisler, your trial had a 90 percent chance of ending in either life imprisonment or death.

By Daniel Rennie • Apr 22, 2018

Roland Freisler: The Nazi Judge Who Ran Hitler’s Deadly Kangaroo Court

If you went before Roland Freisler, your trial had a 90 percent chance of ending in either life imprisonment or death.

By Daniel Rennie • April 22, 2018

Otto Lilienthal Was A Pioneering “Flying Man” Who Flew Right To His Death

"Flying Man" Otto Lilienthal soared against the clouds, captivating the imaginations of people all over the globe and inspiring a future generation of engineers and inventors.

By Gina Dimuro • Apr 20, 2018

Otto Lilienthal Was A Pioneering “Flying Man” Who Flew Right To His Death

"Flying Man" Otto Lilienthal soared against the clouds, captivating the imaginations of people all over the globe and inspiring a future generation of engineers and inventors.

By Gina Dimuro • April 20, 2018

Larry Thorne: The Nazi SS Officer Who Became A U.S. Green Beret

How Larry Thorne went from Nazi to U.S. Army hero while building one of the most famed legacies in the history of modern warfare.

By John Kuroski • Apr 20, 2018

Larry Thorne: The Nazi SS Officer Who Became A U.S. Green Beret

How Larry Thorne went from Nazi to U.S. Army hero while building one of the most famed legacies in the history of modern warfare.

By John Kuroski • April 20, 2018

How Judit Polgár Became The Greatest Female Chess Player Of All Time

Judit Polgár's father believed that geniuses weren't just born; they could be made.

By Wyatt Redd • Apr 19, 2018

How Judit Polgár Became The Greatest Female Chess Player Of All Time

Judit Polgár's father believed that geniuses weren't just born; they could be made.

By Wyatt Redd • April 19, 2018

The Escapades Of Porfirio Rubirosa — International Playboy And Man Of Intrigue

Porfirio Rubirosa was, at his core, a playboy, but over the course of his life he would wear dozens of hats.

By Wyatt Redd • Apr 19, 2018

The Escapades Of Porfirio Rubirosa — International Playboy And Man Of Intrigue

Porfirio Rubirosa was, at his core, a playboy, but over the course of his life he would wear dozens of hats.

By Wyatt Redd • April 19, 2018

The Incredible Story Of Conjoined Twins Abby And Brittany Hensel

Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel don't let rare and difficult circumstances prevent them from living fulfilling lives.

By Wyatt Redd • Apr 19, 2018

The Incredible Story Of Conjoined Twins Abby And Brittany Hensel

Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel don't let rare and difficult circumstances prevent them from living fulfilling lives.

By Wyatt Redd • April 19, 2018

This Might Be The Most Absurd Case Of Police Harassment Ever

Despite the fact that he was in his place of employment Earl Sampson was arrested for trespassing over 50 times.

By Aimee Lamoureux • Apr 18, 2018

This Might Be The Most Absurd Case Of Police Harassment Ever

Despite the fact that he was in his place of employment Earl Sampson was arrested for trespassing over 50 times.

By Aimee Lamoureux • April 18, 2018

The Blood-Soaked Story Of Giovanni Brusca, The Coldest Killer In The History Of The Mafia

Known as "The Pig" due to his thirst for blood, Giovanni Brusca killed between 100 and 200 people for the Sicilian Mafia in the late 20th century.

By Daniel Rennie • Apr 18, 2018

The Blood-Soaked Story Of Giovanni Brusca, The Coldest Killer In The History Of The Mafia

Known as "The Pig" due to his thirst for blood, Giovanni Brusca killed between 100 and 200 people for the Sicilian Mafia in the late 20th century.

By Daniel Rennie • April 18, 2018