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What Happened To Lars Mittank, The German Tourist Who Vanished Near A Bulgarian Airport?

On July 8, 2014, 28-year-old Lars Mittank disappeared in a field near the Varna Airport in Bulgaria — and some of his last known moments were caught on video.

By Tim Brinkhof • Jan 20, 2022

What Happened To Lars Mittank, The German Tourist Who Vanished Near A Bulgarian Airport?

On July 8, 2014, 28-year-old Lars Mittank disappeared in a field near the Varna Airport in Bulgaria — and some of his last known moments were caught on video.

By Tim Brinkhof • January 20, 2022

Hungry Badger Leads Archeologists To ‘Exceptional’ Collection Of Roman-Era Coins In Spain

The 209 coins date back to between the third and fifth centuries and were minted across the Roman empire.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 12, 2022

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Hungry Badger Leads Archeologists To ‘Exceptional’ Collection Of Roman-Era Coins In Spain

The 209 coins date back to between the third and fifth centuries and were minted across the Roman empire.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 12, 2022

Inside Turkmenistan’s Gates of Hell, The Massive Smoldering Pit That’s Been Burning Since The 1970s

Turkmenistan's "Door to Hell," also called the Darvaza gas crater, is fueled by a reserve of methane gas below the surface — and scientists have no idea how long it will take to burn out.

By Katie Serena • Jan 9, 2022

Inside Turkmenistan’s Gates of Hell, The Massive Smoldering Pit That’s Been Burning Since The 1970s

Turkmenistan's "Door to Hell," also called the Darvaza gas crater, is fueled by a reserve of methane gas below the surface — and scientists have no idea how long it will take to burn out.

By Katie Serena • January 9, 2022

The Bizarre Story Behind The Real-Life Barbie And Ken — And Why They Became Dolls

Valeria Lukyanova and Justin Jedlica have spent untold dollars to look like real-life Ken and Barbie dolls — and they've caused plenty of controversy along the way.

By Erin Kelly • Jan 8, 2022

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The Bizarre Story Behind The Real-Life Barbie And Ken — And Why They Became Dolls

Valeria Lukyanova and Justin Jedlica have spent untold dollars to look like real-life Ken and Barbie dolls — and they've caused plenty of controversy along the way.

By Erin Kelly • January 8, 2022

How ’90 Day Fiancé’ Star Stephanie Matto Ended Up Hospitalized After Eating Too Many Beans To Sell Farts

Stephanie Matto sold her jarred flatulence for $1,000 a piece and made over $200,000 in her two-month venture while subsisting on a diet of yogurt, eggs, and beans — and ended up in the hospital when she thought she was having a heart attack.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 6, 2022

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How ’90 Day Fiancé’ Star Stephanie Matto Ended Up Hospitalized After Eating Too Many Beans To Sell Farts

Stephanie Matto sold her jarred flatulence for $1,000 a piece and made over $200,000 in her two-month venture while subsisting on a diet of yogurt, eggs, and beans — and ended up in the hospital when she thought she was having a heart attack.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 6, 2022

Meet Anton LaVey, The Satanist Who Shocked 20th Century America

Following in the footsteps of British occultist Aleister Crowley, Anton LaVey founded the Church of Satan with an impressive talent for showmanship.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 6, 2022

Meet Anton LaVey, The Satanist Who Shocked 20th Century America

Following in the footsteps of British occultist Aleister Crowley, Anton LaVey founded the Church of Satan with an impressive talent for showmanship.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 6, 2022

Meet Valeria Lukyanova, The ‘Human Barbie’ Who Claims She’s Only Had One Plastic Surgery

Ukrainian model and influencer Valeria Lukyanova has found fame as the real-life Barbie doll — though she claims her doll-like appearance is completely natural.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 2, 2022

Meet Valeria Lukyanova, The ‘Human Barbie’ Who Claims She’s Only Had One Plastic Surgery

Ukrainian model and influencer Valeria Lukyanova has found fame as the real-life Barbie doll — though she claims her doll-like appearance is completely natural.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 2, 2022

Inside The Death Of Albert Einstein — And The Strange Afterlife Of His Brain

Before Albert Einstein died in April 1955, he told his family he didn't want to be studied. But hours after he perished, a medical examiner stole his brain for research.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 2, 2022

Inside The Death Of Albert Einstein — And The Strange Afterlife Of His Brain

Before Albert Einstein died in April 1955, he told his family he didn't want to be studied. But hours after he perished, a medical examiner stole his brain for research.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 2, 2022

13 Funny News Stories That Happened In 2021, From Vagina-Scented Candles To State-Appointed Wizards

The funniest news headlines of the past year ranged from international incidents to embarrassing personal mishaps, but they all still have us laughing about this outrageous year.

By Marco Margaritoff • Dec 29, 2021

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13 Funny News Stories That Happened In 2021, From Vagina-Scented Candles To State-Appointed Wizards

The funniest news headlines of the past year ranged from international incidents to embarrassing personal mishaps, but they all still have us laughing about this outrageous year.

By Marco Margaritoff • December 29, 2021

What Are Tardigrades? Meet The Most Resilient Animals On Earth

The segmented invertebrates known as tardigrades may be microscopic, but these indestructible "water bears" are planet Earth's most resilient creatures.

By Katie Serena • Dec 29, 2021

What Are Tardigrades? Meet The Most Resilient Animals On Earth

The segmented invertebrates known as tardigrades may be microscopic, but these indestructible "water bears" are planet Earth's most resilient creatures.

By Katie Serena • December 29, 2021