Fascinating Articles And Galleries On The United States

The Story Of Frank Nitti, Al Capone’s Right-Hand Man Who Took Over The Chicago Outfit

Known as "The Enforcer," Frank Nitti orchestrated dozens of murders for Al Capone before becoming the boss of the Chicago Outfit himself.

By Neil Patmore Jul 14, 2026

The Story Of Frank Nitti, Al Capone’s Right-Hand Man Who Took Over The Chicago Outfit

Known as "The Enforcer," Frank Nitti orchestrated dozens of murders for Al Capone before becoming the boss of the Chicago Outfit himself.

By Neil Patmore July 14, 2026

25 Innovative Animal Bridges That Are Keeping Wildlife Safe From Humans And Cars

Animal bridges, also known as wildlife crossings, help animals navigate human infrastructure — and they're beautiful to look at.

By Erin Kelly Jul 13, 2026

25 Innovative Animal Bridges That Are Keeping Wildlife Safe From Humans And Cars

Animal bridges, also known as wildlife crossings, help animals navigate human infrastructure — and they're beautiful to look at.

By Erin Kelly July 13, 2026

The Chilling Story Of The Chichijima Incident, When U.S. Airmen Were Killed And Cannibalized By Japanese Soldiers

The Chichijima incident took place in the Bonin Islands in September 1944, and only one of the nine airmen — future president George H.W. Bush — survived.

By Kaleena Fraga Jul 12, 2026

The Chilling Story Of The Chichijima Incident, When U.S. Airmen Were Killed And Cannibalized By Japanese Soldiers

The Chichijima incident took place in the Bonin Islands in September 1944, and only one of the nine airmen — future president George H.W. Bush — survived.

By Kaleena Fraga July 12, 2026

The Twisted Story Of The Heaven’s Gate Cult And Their Tragic Mass Suicide

On March 26, 1997, the Heaven's Gate cult became forever infamous when 39 members were found dead after committing mass suicide. Here's why they did it.

By Jaclyn Anglis Jul 11, 2026

The Twisted Story Of The Heaven’s Gate Cult And Their Tragic Mass Suicide

On March 26, 1997, the Heaven's Gate cult became forever infamous when 39 members were found dead after committing mass suicide. Here's why they did it.

By Jaclyn Anglis July 11, 2026

Who Was John Warnock? Meet The Adobe Founder Behind The PDF File

John Warnock left his job at Xerox in the early 1980s after his bosses shot down his idea for a programming language that would make file sharing easier — so he went on to found Adobe Systems and invent the PDF, completely reshaping the computer industry.

By Ella Spitz Jul 10, 2026

Who Was John Warnock? Meet The Adobe Founder Behind The PDF File

By Ella Spitz July 10, 2026

Rose Kennedy, The Unflappable Matriarch Of The Kennedy Family

Rose Kennedy suffered numerous tragedies in her life — including the assassinations of two of her sons — yet always remained calm and steady in a crisis.

By Genevieve Carlton Jul 9, 2026

Rose Kennedy, The Unflappable Matriarch Of The Kennedy Family

Rose Kennedy suffered numerous tragedies in her life — including the assassinations of two of her sons — yet always remained calm and steady in a crisis.

By Genevieve Carlton July 9, 2026

Inside The Tragic Death Of Sublime Frontman Bradley Nowell

After struggling with a heroin addiction for years, Bradley Nowell died in May 1996 from a heroin overdose shortly after Sublime's final concert.

By Marco Margaritoff Jul 9, 2026

Inside The Tragic Death Of Sublime Frontman Bradley Nowell

After struggling with a heroin addiction for years, Bradley Nowell died in May 1996 from a heroin overdose shortly after Sublime's final concert.

By Marco Margaritoff July 9, 2026

The Dachau Reprisals: When U.S. Troops Took Revenge On Concentration Camp Guards

American troops were shocked by the death and suffering they found at Dachau while liberating the camp in April 1945 — and they responded by massacring dozens of SS guards.

By Kara Goldfarb Jul 5, 2026

The Dachau Reprisals: When U.S. Troops Took Revenge On Concentration Camp Guards

American troops were shocked by the death and suffering they found at Dachau while liberating the camp in April 1945 — and they responded by massacring dozens of SS guards.

By Kara Goldfarb July 5, 2026

Inside The Abandoned Celestial Suite Of Houston’s Astroworld Hotel, Once The Most Luxurious Stay In America

The Celestial Suite was an extravagant 13-room penthouse that catered to the rich and famous. It took $1 million and the vision of an Academy Award-winning set designer to bring it to life.

By Braden Bjella Jul 5, 2026

Inside The Abandoned Celestial Suite Of Houston’s Astroworld Hotel, Once The Most Luxurious Stay In America

The Celestial Suite was an extravagant 13-room penthouse that catered to the rich and famous. It took $1 million and the vision of an Academy Award-winning set designer to bring it to life.

By Braden Bjella July 5, 2026

Vincent Margera, The Jackass Star Who Was Cut From The Franchise For Assaulting Young Girls

The career of Vincent "Don Vito" Margera ended abruptly in 2006 when he inappropriately touched pre-teens at a skateboarding event and was convicted of sexual assault.

By Rivy Lyon Jul 2, 2026

Vincent Margera, The Jackass Star Who Was Cut From The Franchise For Assaulting Young Girls

The career of Vincent "Don Vito" Margera ended abruptly in 2006 when he inappropriately touched pre-teens at a skateboarding event and was convicted of sexual assault.

By Rivy Lyon July 2, 2026

1944 State Of The Union Address Alongside Great Depression Lines Featured

What Was FDR’s Second Bill Of Rights — And Why Did It Never Come To Fruition?

The Second Bill of Rights proposed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1944 was an economic agenda that aimed to provide income, housing, education, and health care to all Americans to ensure "equality in the pursuit of happiness."

By Ella Spitz Jul 2, 2026