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The True Story Of Simone Segouin, The French Teenager Who Fearlessly Hunted Nazis During World War II

When she was just 18 years old, Simone Segouin joined the French Resistance to capture Nazi troops, sabotage German plans, and fight against fascism in her home country.

By Marco Margaritoff • Apr 19, 2021

The True Story Of Simone Segouin, The French Teenager Who Fearlessly Hunted Nazis During World War II

When she was just 18 years old, Simone Segouin joined the French Resistance to capture Nazi troops, sabotage German plans, and fight against fascism in her home country.

By Marco Margaritoff • April 19, 2021

The Remarkable Story Of Prince Hall, The ‘Black Founding Father’ History Almost Forgot

Even before America became a sovereign nation, a freed slave named Prince Hall fought for the emancipation of his people in Boston and beyond.

By Genevieve Carlton • Apr 14, 2021

The Remarkable Story Of Prince Hall, The ‘Black Founding Father’ History Almost Forgot

Even before America became a sovereign nation, a freed slave named Prince Hall fought for the emancipation of his people in Boston and beyond.

By Genevieve Carlton • April 14, 2021

Meet Eugene Bullard, The Runaway Who Became The First Black American Fighter Pilot

During World War I, Eugene Bullard made history as the first African American military pilot — by fighting for France.

By Victoria Linchong • Apr 5, 2021

Meet Eugene Bullard, The Runaway Who Became The First Black American Fighter Pilot

During World War I, Eugene Bullard made history as the first African American military pilot — by fighting for France.

By Victoria Linchong • April 5, 2021

Alex Trebek’s Son Donated His Dad’s ‘Jeopardy!’ Wardrobe To A Nonprofit That’s Helping The Homeless And Ex-Convicts

"It would be an honor to the type of work my dad did throughout his life."

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 19, 2021

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Alex Trebek’s Son Donated His Dad’s ‘Jeopardy!’ Wardrobe To A Nonprofit That’s Helping The Homeless And Ex-Convicts

"It would be an honor to the type of work my dad did throughout his life."

By Marco Margaritoff • February 19, 2021

91-Year-Old San Diego Man Reunited With Wallet He Lost 53 Years Ago — In Antarctica

The wallet contained his Navy ID, pocket instructions for what to do in the event of an atomic bombing, and a recipe for homemade Kahlua.

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 5, 2021

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91-Year-Old San Diego Man Reunited With Wallet He Lost 53 Years Ago — In Antarctica

The wallet contained his Navy ID, pocket instructions for what to do in the event of an atomic bombing, and a recipe for homemade Kahlua.

By Marco Margaritoff • February 5, 2021

The Little-Known Story Of The Time Mr. Rogers Sued The KKK

After he learned that the Missouri chapter of the Ku Klux Klan was impersonating him in order to spread racist messages to kids, Mr. Rogers took them on — and won.

By Natasha Ishak • Jan 31, 2021

The Little-Known Story Of The Time Mr. Rogers Sued The KKK

After he learned that the Missouri chapter of the Ku Klux Klan was impersonating him in order to spread racist messages to kids, Mr. Rogers took them on — and won.

By Natasha Ishak • January 31, 2021

Volcanic Rock Unearthed In Brazil Bears An Uncanny Resemblance To Cookie Monster

Buyers are already offering $10,000 for this astounding piece of agate quartz, though its owner isn't sure whether he'll sell or not.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 25, 2021

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Volcanic Rock Unearthed In Brazil Bears An Uncanny Resemblance To Cookie Monster

Buyers are already offering $10,000 for this astounding piece of agate quartz, though its owner isn't sure whether he'll sell or not.

By All That's Interesting • January 25, 2021

How Former Neo-Nazi Michael Kent Changed His Life With The Help Of Probation Officer Tiffany Whittier

For more than 20 years, Michael Kent was a fervent white supremacist covered in hate tattoos. But that all changed when he met Tiffany Whittier and the pair struck up an unlikely friendship.

By Natasha Ishak • Jan 22, 2021

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How Former Neo-Nazi Michael Kent Changed His Life With The Help Of Probation Officer Tiffany Whittier

For more than 20 years, Michael Kent was a fervent white supremacist covered in hate tattoos. But that all changed when he met Tiffany Whittier and the pair struck up an unlikely friendship.

By Natasha Ishak • January 22, 2021

Colorado Woman Spends $10,000 To Save Her Beloved Pet Chicken’s Life

"I told my husband, 'If Blue doesn't make it, you might as well dig a hole big enough to put both of us in.' I just don't know if I can handle life without her."

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 21, 2021

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Colorado Woman Spends $10,000 To Save Her Beloved Pet Chicken’s Life

"I told my husband, 'If Blue doesn't make it, you might as well dig a hole big enough to put both of us in.' I just don't know if I can handle life without her."

By Marco Margaritoff • January 21, 2021

Meet Paul Grüninger, The Forgotten WW2 Hero Who Defied Orders To Save Thousands Of Jews

From 1938 to 1939, Swiss border commander Paul Grüninger falsified 3,600 Jewish refugees' passports, helping them escape the Holocaust.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 29, 2020

Meet Paul Grüninger, The Forgotten WW2 Hero Who Defied Orders To Save Thousands Of Jews

From 1938 to 1939, Swiss border commander Paul Grüninger falsified 3,600 Jewish refugees' passports, helping them escape the Holocaust.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 29, 2020