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‘Lawnchair Larry’ Walters, The Man Who Flew To 16,000 Feet With Nothing But A Lawnchair And Weather Balloons

In July 1982, Larry Walters soared into federal airspace over Los Angeles on his flying machine made out of a lawnchair and 45 weather balloons.

By Aimee Lamoureux Apr 27, 2026

‘Lawnchair Larry’ Walters, The Man Who Flew To 16,000 Feet With Nothing But A Lawnchair And Weather Balloons

In July 1982, Larry Walters soared into federal airspace over Los Angeles on his flying machine made out of a lawnchair and 45 weather balloons.

By Aimee Lamoureux April 27, 2026

How Televangelist Benny Hinn Makes Millions By ‘Curing’ People Through Faith Healing

The ministries of Benny Hinn rake in some $100 million a year. Hinn claims all that money goes into his healing services, but he does own a private jet.

By Mark Oliver Apr 27, 2026

How Televangelist Benny Hinn Makes Millions By ‘Curing’ People Through Faith Healing

The ministries of Benny Hinn rake in some $100 million a year. Hinn claims all that money goes into his healing services, but he does own a private jet.

By Mark Oliver April 27, 2026

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J. Marion Sims, The Pioneering Doctor Who Exploited Human Subjects

Known as the "father of modern gynecology," J. Marion Sims pioneered multiple techniques and instruments — but his exploitation of enslaved women as test subjects in 1840s Alabama remains controversial to this day.

By Genevieve Carlton Apr 27, 2026

J. Marion Sims, The Pioneering Doctor Who Exploited Human Subjects

By Genevieve Carlton April 27, 2026

How Did Phil Hartman Die? Inside His Murder At The Hands Of His Wife

When comedian Phil Hartman was killed by his wife Brynn on May 28, 1998, America was devastated — but his friends had seen the warning signs for years.

By John Kuroski Apr 26, 2026

How Did Phil Hartman Die? Inside His Murder At The Hands Of His Wife

When comedian Phil Hartman was killed by his wife Brynn on May 28, 1998, America was devastated — but his friends had seen the warning signs for years.

By John Kuroski April 26, 2026

The Controversial Story Of Sacheen Littlefeather, Who Rejected Marlon Brando’s Oscar — And May Not Have Been Indigenous At All

Marie Cruz, who renamed herself Sacheen Littlefeather, made history at the Academy Awards in 1973 with an impassioned speech that was met with boos, but many believe she fabricated her Native American heritage.

By Kaleena Fraga Apr 26, 2026

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The Controversial Story Of Sacheen Littlefeather, Who Rejected Marlon Brando’s Oscar — And May Not Have Been Indigenous At All

By Kaleena Fraga April 26, 2026

Inside Spahn Ranch, Where The Manson Family Lived During Their Murder Spree

In 1968, the Manson Family moved into George Spahn's dilapidated Southern California ranch. The next year, they committed mass murder.

By Katie Serena Apr 25, 2026

Inside Spahn Ranch, Where The Manson Family Lived During Their Murder Spree

In 1968, the Manson Family moved into George Spahn's dilapidated Southern California ranch. The next year, they committed mass murder.

By Katie Serena April 25, 2026

Inside The Chilling Theory That Kurt Cobain Was Murdered

In April 1994, Kurt Cobain's death shocked the world. Fans were horrified that their idol had shot himself — but others continue to believe that someone else pulled the trigger and got away with murder.

By Marco Margaritoff Apr 23, 2026

Inside The Chilling Theory That Kurt Cobain Was Murdered

By Marco Margaritoff April 23, 2026

Martin Family Alongside Discovery Of Car Featured

In 1958, The Martin Family Vanished In Oregon. Now, Their Remains Have Just Been Identified

Investigators have been trying to determine what happened to the Martin family since they vanished near Cascade Locks, Oregon, on December 7, 1958 — but their car and skeletal remains have now been discovered in the Columbia River.

By Cara Johnson Apr 23, 2026

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‘Lawnchair Larry’ Walters, The Man Who Flew To 16,000 Feet With Nothing But A Lawnchair And Weather Balloons

‘Lawnchair Larry’ Walters, The Man Who Flew To 16,000 Feet With Nothing But A Lawnchair And Weather Balloons

How Televangelist Benny Hinn Makes Millions By ‘Curing’ People Through Faith Healing

How Televangelist Benny Hinn Makes Millions By ‘Curing’ People Through Faith Healing

J. Marion Sims, The Pioneering Doctor Who Exploited Human Subjects

J. Marion Sims, The Pioneering Doctor Who Exploited Human Subjects

How Did Phil Hartman Die? Inside His Murder At The Hands Of His Wife

How Did Phil Hartman Die? Inside His Murder At The Hands Of His Wife

The Controversial Story Of Sacheen Littlefeather, Who Rejected Marlon Brando’s Oscar — And May Not Have Been Indigenous At All

The Controversial Story Of Sacheen Littlefeather, Who Rejected Marlon Brando’s Oscar — And May Not Have Been Indigenous At All

Inside Spahn Ranch, Where The Manson Family Lived During Their Murder Spree

Inside Spahn Ranch, Where The Manson Family Lived During Their Murder Spree

Inside The Chilling Theory That Kurt Cobain Was Murdered

Inside The Chilling Theory That Kurt Cobain Was Murdered

In 1958, The Martin Family Vanished In Oregon. Now, Their Remains Have Just Been Identified

In 1958, The Martin Family Vanished In Oregon. Now, Their Remains Have Just Been Identified

The Secret Life Of John Connolly, The Boston FBI Agent Who Partnered With Whitey Bulger

The Secret Life Of John Connolly, The Boston FBI Agent Who Partnered With Whitey Bulger

Meet The Navajo Skinwalker, The Demonic Shapeshifter That Native Americans Won’t Even Mention By Name

Meet The Navajo Skinwalker, The Demonic Shapeshifter That Native Americans Won’t Even Mention By Name