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The True Story Behind Axis Sally, ‘The American Voice Of Nazi Propaganda’

An American woman living in Germany during World War II, Mildred Gillars hosted several radio programs under the nickname "Axis Sally" as part of a Nazi propaganda effort to demoralize Allied troops. She later became the first woman ever convicted of treason by the United States.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 6, 2023

The True Story Behind Axis Sally, ‘The American Voice Of Nazi Propaganda’

An American woman living in Germany during World War II, Mildred Gillars hosted several radio programs under the nickname "Axis Sally" as part of a Nazi propaganda effort to demoralize Allied troops. She later became the first woman ever convicted of treason by the United States.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 6, 2023

Inside The Tragic Story Of Richard Russell’s Plane Crash

In 2018, Richard "Beebo" Russell stole an airplane from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport — with no plans to land it.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 5, 2023

Inside The Tragic Story Of Richard Russell’s Plane Crash

In 2018, Richard "Beebo" Russell stole an airplane from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport — with no plans to land it.

By Austin Harvey • November 5, 2023

John Bobbitt Had His Penis Cut Off By His Wife — Then Became A Porn Star

In 1993, Virginia couple John and Lorena Bobbitt became infamous for their "malicious wounding" incident, which Lorena claimed was sparked by years of abuse.

By Rivy Lyon • Nov 4, 2023

John Bobbitt Had His Penis Cut Off By His Wife — Then Became A Porn Star

In 1993, Virginia couple John and Lorena Bobbitt became infamous for their "malicious wounding" incident, which Lorena claimed was sparked by years of abuse.

By Rivy Lyon • November 4, 2023

How Did Robin Williams Die? Inside The Actor’s Tragic Suicide

On August 11, 2014, Robin Williams died by suicide in Paradise Cay, California. An autopsy later showed that he had Lewy body dementia — a debilitating brain disease.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 3, 2023

How Did Robin Williams Die? Inside The Actor’s Tragic Suicide

On August 11, 2014, Robin Williams died by suicide in Paradise Cay, California. An autopsy later showed that he had Lewy body dementia — a debilitating brain disease.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 3, 2023

Inside The Chicago Tylenol Murders That Left 7 People Dead In 1982

On September 29, 1982, 12-year-old Mary Kellerman of Chicago died after taking Extra-Strength Tylenol laced with cyanide — and six other victims soon followed.

By Katie Serena • Nov 1, 2023

Inside The Chicago Tylenol Murders That Left 7 People Dead In 1982

On September 29, 1982, 12-year-old Mary Kellerman of Chicago died after taking Extra-Strength Tylenol laced with cyanide — and six other victims soon followed.

By Katie Serena • November 1, 2023

The Story Of Judge Roy Bean, The Eccentric Wild West Judge Known For His Outrageous Verdicts

Despite having no legal experience, Roy Bean was appointed a justice of the peace in Pecos County, Texas to help establish law and order there in the 19th century — and he did so in the most Wild West way imaginable.

By William DeLong • Oct 30, 2023

The Story Of Judge Roy Bean, The Eccentric Wild West Judge Known For His Outrageous Verdicts

Despite having no legal experience, Roy Bean was appointed a justice of the peace in Pecos County, Texas to help establish law and order there in the 19th century — and he did so in the most Wild West way imaginable.

By William DeLong • October 30, 2023

How Aron Ralston’s Harrowing Survival Story Inspired ‘127 Hours’

In April 2003, mountaineer Aron Ralston spent 127 hours pinned by a boulder in Utah's Bluejohn Canyon — until he amputated his own arm and escaped.

By Katie Serena • Oct 29, 2023

How Aron Ralston’s Harrowing Survival Story Inspired ‘127 Hours’

In April 2003, mountaineer Aron Ralston spent 127 hours pinned by a boulder in Utah's Bluejohn Canyon — until he amputated his own arm and escaped.

By Katie Serena • October 29, 2023

After Three Years, This ‘Escape Artist’ Pet Tortoise Has Been Returned To Her Florida Home

Ty the tortoise was found just five miles from the home where she had originally escaped.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 27, 2023

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After Three Years, This ‘Escape Artist’ Pet Tortoise Has Been Returned To Her Florida Home

Ty the tortoise was found just five miles from the home where she had originally escaped.

By Austin Harvey • October 27, 2023

Researchers Working To Unlock The Mystery Of A ‘Fiji Mermaid’ Found In Japan More Than 100 Years Ago

The creature appears to be a hodgepodge of at least three species, and was likely displayed in 19th-century sideshows.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 27, 2023

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Researchers Working To Unlock The Mystery Of A ‘Fiji Mermaid’ Found In Japan More Than 100 Years Ago

The creature appears to be a hodgepodge of at least three species, and was likely displayed in 19th-century sideshows.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 27, 2023

NASA Plans To Build Homes On Earth’s Moon By 2040

NASA seeks to 3D print building materials out of a new concrete made from lunar dust, allowing for structures that could withstand the temperatures and radiation of the lunar surface.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 26, 2023

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NASA Plans To Build Homes On Earth’s Moon By 2040

NASA seeks to 3D print building materials out of a new concrete made from lunar dust, allowing for structures that could withstand the temperatures and radiation of the lunar surface.

By Austin Harvey • October 26, 2023