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The Terrifying Jersey Shore Shark Attacks Of 1916 And The Mass Panic They Sparked

Over a 12-day period in July 1916, four people were killed and a teenage boy was severely injured by shark attacks in New Jersey that caused these sea creatures to forever be thought of as vicious "man-eaters."

By William DeLong • Jun 22, 2025

The Terrifying Jersey Shore Shark Attacks Of 1916 And The Mass Panic They Sparked

Over a 12-day period in July 1916, four people were killed and a teenage boy was severely injured by shark attacks in New Jersey that caused these sea creatures to forever be thought of as vicious "man-eaters."

By William DeLong • June 22, 2025

The Story Of Mickey Hargitay, The Husband Of Jayne Mansfield Who Was A Mr. Universe Bodybuilder And A Hollywood Star

Mickey Hargitay was a Hungarian immigrant who rose to fame in the United States as a bodybuilder, but he's perhaps best known for marrying Jayne Mansfield and raising actress Mariska Hargitay.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 22, 2025

The Story Of Mickey Hargitay, The Husband Of Jayne Mansfield Who Was A Mr. Universe Bodybuilder And A Hollywood Star

Mickey Hargitay was a Hungarian immigrant who rose to fame in the United States as a bodybuilder, but he's perhaps best known for marrying Jayne Mansfield and raising actress Mariska Hargitay.

By Austin Harvey • June 22, 2025

55 Colorized Photos Of Old Hollywood Actresses That Capture The Golden Age Of Hollywood

Go inside the incredible triumphs and heartbreaking tragedies of Golden Age Hollywood's most iconic actresses — pictured in stunning color.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 21, 2025

55 Colorized Photos Of Old Hollywood Actresses That Capture The Golden Age Of Hollywood

Go inside the incredible triumphs and heartbreaking tragedies of Golden Age Hollywood's most iconic actresses — pictured in stunning color.

By Austin Harvey • June 21, 2025

Archaeologists In Virginia Uncover Historic Remains Of America’s Oldest Known Schoolhouse For Black Children

The historic Williamsburg Bray School operated from 1760 to 1765 in Virginia and educated mostly enslaved students — encouraging them to accept enslavement as part of God's plan.

By Ainsley Brown • Jun 20, 2025

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Archaeologists In Virginia Uncover Historic Remains Of America’s Oldest Known Schoolhouse For Black Children

The historic Williamsburg Bray School operated from 1760 to 1765 in Virginia and educated mostly enslaved students — encouraging them to accept enslavement as part of God's plan.

By Ainsley Brown • June 20, 2025

Harriet Jacobs, One Of The First Enslaved Women To Write An Autobiography About Her Experience

In 1861, Harriet Jacobs published Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl about the sexual harassment and abuse she faced as an enslaved woman in the antebellum South and her brave escape to the North.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 19, 2025

Harriet Jacobs, One Of The First Enslaved Women To Write An Autobiography About Her Experience

In 1861, Harriet Jacobs published Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl about the sexual harassment and abuse she faced as an enslaved woman in the antebellum South and her brave escape to the North.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 19, 2025

The Remarkable Life Of Duke Kahanamoku, The Olympic Swimmer And Surfing Icon

In the early 20th century, Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer Duke Kahanamoku held surfing exhibitions around the world, popularizing the sport in California and Australia.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 18, 2025

The Remarkable Life Of Duke Kahanamoku, The Olympic Swimmer And Surfing Icon

In the early 20th century, Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer Duke Kahanamoku held surfing exhibitions around the world, popularizing the sport in California and Australia.

By Austin Harvey • June 18, 2025

The Curious Story Of Ida Wood, The Wealthy New York Socialite Who Became The ‘Recluse Of Herald Square’

In 1907, Ida Wood emptied her enormous bank account and booked a room at the Herald Square Hotel — where she would spend the final two decades of her life in seclusion.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jun 17, 2025

The Curious Story Of Ida Wood, The Wealthy New York Socialite Who Became The ‘Recluse Of Herald Square’

In 1907, Ida Wood emptied her enormous bank account and booked a room at the Herald Square Hotel — where she would spend the final two decades of her life in seclusion.

By Genevieve Carlton • June 17, 2025

Newly-Found Sketches Reveal The Statue Of Liberty Had A Last-Minute Design Change

These newly-uncovered drawings show that late alterations were made to Lady Liberty's raised arm.

By Natasha Ishak • Jun 16, 2025

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Newly-Found Sketches Reveal The Statue Of Liberty Had A Last-Minute Design Change

These newly-uncovered drawings show that late alterations were made to Lady Liberty's raised arm.

By Natasha Ishak • June 16, 2025

The Horrifying Crimes Of Michael Swango, The Doctor Believed To Have Murdered 60 Of His Patients

Michael Swango was found guilty of murdering four patients in 2000, but investigators suspect that he may have actually had dozens more victims.

By Rivy Lyon • Jun 14, 2025

The Horrifying Crimes Of Michael Swango, The Doctor Believed To Have Murdered 60 Of His Patients

Michael Swango was found guilty of murdering four patients in 2000, but investigators suspect that he may have actually had dozens more victims.

By Rivy Lyon • June 14, 2025

This New Photo Released By NASA Shows That Damage From A Deadly Kentucky Tornado Can Be Seen From Space

A new image from NASA shows how a tornado that hit Kentucky in May made its mark through Daniel Boone National Forest.

By Ainsley Brown • Jun 12, 2025

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This New Photo Released By NASA Shows That Damage From A Deadly Kentucky Tornado Can Be Seen From Space

A new image from NASA shows how a tornado that hit Kentucky in May made its mark through Daniel Boone National Forest.

By Ainsley Brown • June 12, 2025