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The Story Of Joel Guy Jr., The Tennessee Man Who Butchered His Parents For Cutting Him Off

In November 2016, 28-year-old Joel Guy Jr. murdered his parents, dismembered their bodies, and dissolved their remains in acid while boiling his mother's head on the stove.

By Marco Margaritoff • Dec 30, 2023

The Story Of Joel Guy Jr., The Tennessee Man Who Butchered His Parents For Cutting Him Off

In November 2016, 28-year-old Joel Guy Jr. murdered his parents, dismembered their bodies, and dissolved their remains in acid while boiling his mother's head on the stove.

By Marco Margaritoff • December 30, 2023

55 Colorized Photos That Capture World War II As It Really Was

From the attack on Pearl Harbor to the heroics of D-Day, these colorized images offer a clear glimpse into history's bloodiest conflict.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 29, 2023

55 Colorized Photos That Capture World War II As It Really Was

From the attack on Pearl Harbor to the heroics of D-Day, these colorized images offer a clear glimpse into history's bloodiest conflict.

By Austin Harvey • December 29, 2023

Inside Rebecca Schaeffer’s Murder At The Hands Of Her Stalker

After Rebecca Schaeffer was murdered by unhinged fan Robert John Bardo on July 18, 1989, California passed groundbreaking laws to prevent stalking.

By Leah Silverman • Dec 29, 2023

Inside Rebecca Schaeffer’s Murder At The Hands Of Her Stalker

After Rebecca Schaeffer was murdered by unhinged fan Robert John Bardo on July 18, 1989, California passed groundbreaking laws to prevent stalking.

By Leah Silverman • December 29, 2023

Inside The History Of Hoovervilles, The Vast Shanty Towns That Emerged Across America Amid The Great Depression

When thousands of Americans lost their homes during the Great Depression, many of them moved into makeshift encampments known as Hoovervilles that often had their own laws and systems of government.

By Genevieve Carlton • Dec 28, 2023

Inside The History Of Hoovervilles, The Vast Shanty Towns That Emerged Across America Amid The Great Depression

When thousands of Americans lost their homes during the Great Depression, many of them moved into makeshift encampments known as Hoovervilles that often had their own laws and systems of government.

By Genevieve Carlton • December 28, 2023

The Story Of Portlock, The Alaska Ghost Town Allegedly Abandoned Because Of A ‘Killer Bigfoot’

Portlock, Alaska is rumored to be home to a Sasquatch-like beast known as the Nantiinaq that scared off the town's inhabitants in the early 20th century.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Dec 28, 2023

The Story Of Portlock, The Alaska Ghost Town Allegedly Abandoned Because Of A ‘Killer Bigfoot’

Portlock, Alaska is rumored to be home to a Sasquatch-like beast known as the Nantiinaq that scared off the town's inhabitants in the early 20th century.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • December 28, 2023

44 Photos Of Appalachia That Capture The Region’s Centuries-Long Struggle With Poverty

From the mountainous region's first European settlers to the coal miners who performed backbreaking labor for low wages, the people of Appalachia have long been known for their destitution — and their resilience.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 27, 2023

44 Photos Of Appalachia That Capture The Region’s Centuries-Long Struggle With Poverty

From the mountainous region's first European settlers to the coal miners who performed backbreaking labor for low wages, the people of Appalachia have long been known for their destitution — and their resilience.

By Austin Harvey • December 27, 2023

The Incredible Story Of Edwin Booth, The Largely Forgotten Brother Of Lincoln Assassin John Wilkes Booth

A celebrated actor who toured America and Europe, Edwin Booth even once saved the life of Abraham Lincoln's son — but his legacy was forever tarnished just months later when his brother assassinated the president.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 26, 2023

The Incredible Story Of Edwin Booth, The Largely Forgotten Brother Of Lincoln Assassin John Wilkes Booth

A celebrated actor who toured America and Europe, Edwin Booth even once saved the life of Abraham Lincoln's son — but his legacy was forever tarnished just months later when his brother assassinated the president.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 26, 2023

Inside 9 Of The Most Disturbing Crime Stories To Make Headlines In 2023

This year, police around the world stayed busy investigating everything from literal porch pirates to brutal murders committed "out of curiosity."

By Austin Harvey • Dec 26, 2023

Inside 9 Of The Most Disturbing Crime Stories To Make Headlines In 2023

This year, police around the world stayed busy investigating everything from literal porch pirates to brutal murders committed "out of curiosity."

By Austin Harvey • December 26, 2023

37 Throwback Christmas Pictures Of Hollywood’s Brightest Stars

From posing with mall Santas to belting out Christmas carols on a microphone, these celebrities knew early on how to get into the holiday spirit.

By Maggie Donahue • Dec 25, 2023

37 Throwback Christmas Pictures Of Hollywood’s Brightest Stars

From posing with mall Santas to belting out Christmas carols on a microphone, these celebrities knew early on how to get into the holiday spirit.

By Maggie Donahue • December 25, 2023

Inside The Cabbage Patch Riots Of 1983 That Left Dozens Of Shoppers Injured

During the 1983 holiday season, people lined up in droves outside of toy stores to get their hands on a highly sought-after Cabbage Patch Kid — and the frantic hunt for the dolls soon devolved into violence.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Dec 22, 2023

Inside The Cabbage Patch Riots Of 1983 That Left Dozens Of Shoppers Injured

During the 1983 holiday season, people lined up in droves outside of toy stores to get their hands on a highly sought-after Cabbage Patch Kid — and the frantic hunt for the dolls soon devolved into violence.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • December 22, 2023