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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

The Incredible Story Of The Gulabi Gang, India’s Female Vigilantes Who Fight Crime Against Women

The Gulabi Gang, which seeks to protect women and girls from violence and oppression, first emerged in 2006 and now has hundreds of thousands of members.

By Ainsley Brown • Jan 2, 2026

The Incredible Story Of The Gulabi Gang, India’s Female Vigilantes Who Fight Crime Against Women

The Gulabi Gang, which seeks to protect women and girls from violence and oppression, first emerged in 2006 and now has hundreds of thousands of members.

By Ainsley Brown • January 2, 2026

The Remarkable Life Of Brendon Grimshaw, The Englishman Who Bought A Neglected Island In The Seychelles — And Transformed It Into A Thriving Paradise

Brendon Grimshaw bought Moyenne Island in the 1960s, then spent his life restoring its ecosystem and protecting it from development.

By Ainsley Brown • Dec 28, 2025

The Remarkable Life Of Brendon Grimshaw, The Englishman Who Bought A Neglected Island In The Seychelles — And Transformed It Into A Thriving Paradise

Brendon Grimshaw bought Moyenne Island in the 1960s, then spent his life restoring its ecosystem and protecting it from development.

By Ainsley Brown • December 28, 2025

From Jackie Kennedy’s ‘Nutcracker Suite’ Tree To Mr. T In A Santa Costume, See 33 Vintage Photos Of White House Christmases

These historic photos capture the holiday spirit of the White House — and show how Christmas celebrations there have changed over the years.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 24, 2025

From Jackie Kennedy’s ‘Nutcracker Suite’ Tree To Mr. T In A Santa Costume, See 33 Vintage Photos Of White House Christmases

These historic photos capture the holiday spirit of the White House — and show how Christmas celebrations there have changed over the years.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 24, 2025

33 Vintage Images Of The First Explorations Into The Arctic

From the race to the North Pole to the perilous waters of the Northwest Passage, there's no question that early Arctic expeditions were full of excitement, danger, and adventure.

By Ainsley Brown • Dec 22, 2025

33 Vintage Images Of The First Explorations Into The Arctic

From the race to the North Pole to the perilous waters of the Northwest Passage, there's no question that early Arctic expeditions were full of excitement, danger, and adventure.

By Ainsley Brown • December 22, 2025

Divers In Lake Ontario Have Discovered A Mysterious, Centuries-Old Sunken Ship With Its Masts Still Standing

The unknown sunken ship is extraordinarily well-preserved and likely went down at some point in the early 19th century.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 22, 2025

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Divers In Lake Ontario Have Discovered A Mysterious, Centuries-Old Sunken Ship With Its Masts Still Standing

The unknown sunken ship is extraordinarily well-preserved and likely went down at some point in the early 19th century.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 22, 2025

Scott Fischer Was A Respected Mountaineer Known As ‘Mr. Rescue’ — Then He Died Tragically On Mount Everest

Though Scott Fischer had years of experience as a mountain climber and guide, he ultimately succumbed to overexertion, altitude sickness, and hypothermia during a brutal blizzard on Mount Everest on May 11, 1996.

By Ainsley Brown • Dec 20, 2025

Scott Fischer Was A Respected Mountaineer Known As ‘Mr. Rescue’ — Then He Died Tragically On Mount Everest

Though Scott Fischer had years of experience as a mountain climber and guide, he ultimately succumbed to overexertion, altitude sickness, and hypothermia during a brutal blizzard on Mount Everest on May 11, 1996.

By Ainsley Brown • December 20, 2025

From A ‘Hotel Of Doom’ To A ‘Haunted’ Cliffside Inn, Explore 11 Of The World’s Creepiest Abandoned Hotels

Some of these hotels were evacuated due to warfare, natural disasters, or nuclear accidents, while others were simply abandoned due to economic troubles — but all of them are equally haunting.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 18, 2025

From A ‘Hotel Of Doom’ To A ‘Haunted’ Cliffside Inn, Explore 11 Of The World’s Creepiest Abandoned Hotels

Some of these hotels were evacuated due to warfare, natural disasters, or nuclear accidents, while others were simply abandoned due to economic troubles — but all of them are equally haunting.

By Austin Harvey • December 18, 2025

An ‘Otherworldly’ Lord Of The Rings-Inspired Mansion Is Up For Sale In Utah For $43 Million

Located in the South Fork region of Provo Canyon, the home measures 23,000 square feet and sits on about 30 acres of property.

By Ainsley Brown • Dec 18, 2025

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An ‘Otherworldly’ Lord Of The Rings-Inspired Mansion Is Up For Sale In Utah For $43 Million

Located in the South Fork region of Provo Canyon, the home measures 23,000 square feet and sits on about 30 acres of property.

By Ainsley Brown • December 18, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Mumtaz Mahal, The Woman Whose Death Inspired The Taj Mahal

The wife of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Mumtaz Mahal died at the age of 38 — prompting her husband to build a grand mausoleum in her honor.

By Genevieve Carlton • Dec 7, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Mumtaz Mahal, The Woman Whose Death Inspired The Taj Mahal

The wife of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Mumtaz Mahal died at the age of 38 — prompting her husband to build a grand mausoleum in her honor.

By Genevieve Carlton • December 7, 2025