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The Story Of John Nash, The Brilliant But Troubled Mathematician Behind ‘A Beautiful Mind’

Although John Nash's career in mathematics was hampered by a paranoid schizophrenia diagnosis in 1959, he went on to win a Nobel Prize in economics in 1994 for his work on game theory.

By Austin Harvey • May 23, 2025

The Story Of John Nash, The Brilliant But Troubled Mathematician Behind ‘A Beautiful Mind’

Although John Nash's career in mathematics was hampered by a paranoid schizophrenia diagnosis in 1959, he went on to win a Nobel Prize in economics in 1994 for his work on game theory.

By Austin Harvey • May 23, 2025

The Wild Story Of Pauline Bonaparte, Napoleon’s Beautiful And Scandal-Plagued Sister

From her love affairs to her racy depiction in a semi-nude sculpture, Pauline Bonaparte lived a colorful and controversial life — especially for a woman of her rank.

By Andrew Milne • May 22, 2025

The Wild Story Of Pauline Bonaparte, Napoleon’s Beautiful And Scandal-Plagued Sister

From her love affairs to her racy depiction in a semi-nude sculpture, Pauline Bonaparte lived a colorful and controversial life — especially for a woman of her rank.

By Andrew Milne • May 22, 2025

Who Was ‘Deep Throat’ In The Watergate Scandal? All About Former FBI Agent Mark Felt

While working as the No. 2 official at the FBI, Mark Felt secretly cooperated with Washington Post reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein as they investigated Watergate.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 21, 2025

Who Was ‘Deep Throat’ In The Watergate Scandal? All About Former FBI Agent Mark Felt

While working as the No. 2 official at the FBI, Mark Felt secretly cooperated with Washington Post reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein as they investigated Watergate.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 21, 2025

The Little-Known Story Of Mary Kenner, The First Black American Woman To Earn Five Patents

Mary Kenner's best-known invention was an adjustable sanitary belt that held reusable menstrual pads, but she also designed a toilet paper holder, a back massager, and more.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 20, 2025

The Little-Known Story Of Mary Kenner, The First Black American Woman To Earn Five Patents

Mary Kenner's best-known invention was an adjustable sanitary belt that held reusable menstrual pads, but she also designed a toilet paper holder, a back massager, and more.

By Genevieve Carlton • May 20, 2025

How Võ Thị Thắng Became A Symbol Of The Revolutionary Women Who Fought In The Vietnam War

Captured by South Vietnamese forces in 1968 and punished with 20 years of hard labor, Võ Thị Thắng was famously joyful at her sentencing — confident that South Vietnam would fall long before her sentence was over.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 20, 2025

How Võ Thị Thắng Became A Symbol Of The Revolutionary Women Who Fought In The Vietnam War

Captured by South Vietnamese forces in 1968 and punished with 20 years of hard labor, Võ Thị Thắng was famously joyful at her sentencing — confident that South Vietnam would fall long before her sentence was over.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 20, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Johnny Cash’s Death, From The Loss Of His Wife To His Last Live Performance

Music legend Johnny Cash died at age 71 on September 12, 2003, ending an award-winning career that spanned 50 years and produced hits like "Ring of Fire" and "I Walk the Line."

By Rivy Lyon • May 19, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Johnny Cash’s Death, From The Loss Of His Wife To His Last Live Performance

Music legend Johnny Cash died at age 71 on September 12, 2003, ending an award-winning career that spanned 50 years and produced hits like "Ring of Fire" and "I Walk the Line."

By Rivy Lyon • May 19, 2025

55 Haunting Photos Of Famous People That Were Taken Shortly Before Their Deaths

From Che Guevara to Charlie Chaplin to the Challenger space shuttle crew, these poignant photos capture historical figures who left a lasting mark on the world.

By Erin Kelly • May 18, 2025

55 Haunting Photos Of Famous People That Were Taken Shortly Before Their Deaths

From Che Guevara to Charlie Chaplin to the Challenger space shuttle crew, these poignant photos capture historical figures who left a lasting mark on the world.

By Erin Kelly • May 18, 2025

Who Is Robert Maudsley And Why Is He Called Britain’s ‘Most Dangerous Prisoner’?

A British serial killer who targeted child molesters and rapists, Robert Maudsley has spent over 50 years in prison for his murders — most of which he committed behind bars.

By Amber Morgan • May 16, 2025

Who Is Robert Maudsley And Why Is He Called Britain’s ‘Most Dangerous Prisoner’?

A British serial killer who targeted child molesters and rapists, Robert Maudsley has spent over 50 years in prison for his murders — most of which he committed behind bars.

By Amber Morgan • May 16, 2025

The Story Of John Allen Chau, The American Missionary Who Was Killed On North Sentinel Island

John Allen Chau spent years preparing to travel to North Sentinel Island and convert the isolated tribespeople who live there to Christianity — but shortly after he stepped ashore on November 16, 2018, he was killed by the Sentinelese.

By Austin Harvey • May 15, 2025

The Story Of John Allen Chau, The American Missionary Who Was Killed On North Sentinel Island

John Allen Chau spent years preparing to travel to North Sentinel Island and convert the isolated tribespeople who live there to Christianity — but shortly after he stepped ashore on November 16, 2018, he was killed by the Sentinelese.

By Austin Harvey • May 15, 2025

How Thomas Nast’s Cartoons Transformed American Life And Culture

Throughout the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the early years of the Gilded Age, Thomas Nast used his political cartoons published in Harper's Weekly to satirize current events, expose corruption, and even influence elections.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 15, 2025

How Thomas Nast’s Cartoons Transformed American Life And Culture

Throughout the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the early years of the Gilded Age, Thomas Nast used his political cartoons published in Harper's Weekly to satirize current events, expose corruption, and even influence elections.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 15, 2025