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An Enormous Python Just Killed An Indonesian Mother Of Four And Swallowed Her Whole

A 45-year-old woman identified as Farida went missing in Indonesia's South Sulawesi province — then a search party found her body inside a 16-foot reticulated python.

By Amber Morgan • Jun 11, 2024

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An Enormous Python Just Killed An Indonesian Mother Of Four And Swallowed Her Whole

A 45-year-old woman identified as Farida went missing in Indonesia's South Sulawesi province — then a search party found her body inside a 16-foot reticulated python.

By Amber Morgan • June 11, 2024

Leslie Van Houten Was A 19-Year-Old Homecoming Queen — Then She Met Charles Manson

After spending 53 years in prison and being denied parole more than 20 times, Manson Family killer Leslie Van Houten was finally released in July 2023.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 9, 2024

Leslie Van Houten Was A 19-Year-Old Homecoming Queen — Then She Met Charles Manson

After spending 53 years in prison and being denied parole more than 20 times, Manson Family killer Leslie Van Houten was finally released in July 2023.

By Marco Margaritoff • June 9, 2024

Inside The 700 Deaths At Georgia’s Lake Lanier, From Tragic Drownings To Freak Electrocutions

Since Lake Lanier was created in 1956, an estimated 700 victims have died in its waters — and some people even believe this reservoir is cursed.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 4, 2024

Inside The 700 Deaths At Georgia’s Lake Lanier, From Tragic Drownings To Freak Electrocutions

Since Lake Lanier was created in 1956, an estimated 700 victims have died in its waters — and some people even believe this reservoir is cursed.

By Austin Harvey • June 4, 2024

Inside The Myrtles Plantation And The Story Of Its Haunting

Ever since David Bradford built the Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville, Louisiana in 1796, rumors have swirled about its alleged haunting by vengeful ghosts.

By Wyatt Redd • Jun 1, 2024

Inside The Myrtles Plantation And The Story Of Its Haunting

Ever since David Bradford built the Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville, Louisiana in 1796, rumors have swirled about its alleged haunting by vengeful ghosts.

By Wyatt Redd • June 1, 2024

Who Is Medusa, The Snake-Haired Gorgon Of Ancient Mythology?

Medusa is the most infamous of all the Gorgons in Greek legend. But is she really a formidable monster or a tragic victim?

By Kaleena Fraga • May 31, 2024

Who Is Medusa, The Snake-Haired Gorgon Of Ancient Mythology?

Medusa is the most infamous of all the Gorgons in Greek legend. But is she really a formidable monster or a tragic victim?

By Kaleena Fraga • May 31, 2024

How An Ex-Cop Named Joseph DeAngelo Got Away With Being The Golden State Killer For Decades

From 1974 to 1986, the Golden State Killer was a serial killer and rapist who terrorized residents across California — and Joseph James DeAngelo almost got away with it all.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 25, 2024

How An Ex-Cop Named Joseph DeAngelo Got Away With Being The Golden State Killer For Decades

From 1974 to 1986, the Golden State Killer was a serial killer and rapist who terrorized residents across California — and Joseph James DeAngelo almost got away with it all.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 25, 2024

Inside The 15 Most Frightening Stories Of Ghost Ships From History

Over the centuries, numerous vessels have been found floating on the high seas without a crew — here are some of the most disturbing cases.

By Gabe Paoletti • May 24, 2024

Inside The 15 Most Frightening Stories Of Ghost Ships From History

Over the centuries, numerous vessels have been found floating on the high seas without a crew — here are some of the most disturbing cases.

By Gabe Paoletti • May 24, 2024

How A Librarian From Wisconsin Named Mary Brunner Became Charles Manson’s First Recruit

Though Mary Brunner helped the Manson Family kill Gary Hinman and gave birth to Charles Manson's son, she later testified against the group.

By Andrew Milne • May 24, 2024

How A Librarian From Wisconsin Named Mary Brunner Became Charles Manson’s First Recruit

Though Mary Brunner helped the Manson Family kill Gary Hinman and gave birth to Charles Manson's son, she later testified against the group.

By Andrew Milne • May 24, 2024

The Legend Of The Basilisk, The Mythical Rooster-Serpent Hybrid That Can Kill With A Single Look

Many are familiar with the snakelike basilisk from the Harry Potter series, but the ancient legend of this serpent king describes a monster much different from the one that the young wizard encountered in the Chamber of Secrets.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 22, 2024

The Legend Of The Basilisk, The Mythical Rooster-Serpent Hybrid That Can Kill With A Single Look

Many are familiar with the snakelike basilisk from the Harry Potter series, but the ancient legend of this serpent king describes a monster much different from the one that the young wizard encountered in the Chamber of Secrets.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 22, 2024

Sandra Herold Raised Her Pet Chimp Travis Like A Son — Then He Brutally Mauled Her Friend Charla Nash

In February 2009, Sandra Herold called her friend Charla Nash to help her round up her agitated chimp, Travis, and bring him back into the house. Instead, Travis viciously attacked Nash, tearing off her eyelids, nose, jaw, lips, scalp, and hands.

By Amber Morgan • May 20, 2024

Sandra Herold Raised Her Pet Chimp Travis Like A Son — Then He Brutally Mauled Her Friend Charla Nash

In February 2009, Sandra Herold called her friend Charla Nash to help her round up her agitated chimp, Travis, and bring him back into the house. Instead, Travis viciously attacked Nash, tearing off her eyelids, nose, jaw, lips, scalp, and hands.

By Amber Morgan • May 20, 2024