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Meet Hazel Scott, The Black Pianist Who Took The Jazz World By Storm In Jim Crow America

An outspoken civil rights activist, Hazel Scott used her star power to fight racism. But then, she was accused of being a Communist — and it nearly destroyed her career.

By Victoria Linchong • Apr 20, 2021

Meet Hazel Scott, The Black Pianist Who Took The Jazz World By Storm In Jim Crow America

An outspoken civil rights activist, Hazel Scott used her star power to fight racism. But then, she was accused of being a Communist — and it nearly destroyed her career.

By Victoria Linchong • April 20, 2021

The Inside Story Of Walt Disney’s Secret Tunnels Beneath The Magic Kingdom

For decades, Walt Disney's vast network of "utilidor" tunnels have allowed costumed employees to move throughout the Magic Kingdom without being detected by guests.

By Marco Margaritoff • Apr 16, 2021

The Inside Story Of Walt Disney’s Secret Tunnels Beneath The Magic Kingdom

For decades, Walt Disney's vast network of "utilidor" tunnels have allowed costumed employees to move throughout the Magic Kingdom without being detected by guests.

By Marco Margaritoff • April 16, 2021

The Shocking Story Of Robert Hanssen, The Star FBI Agent Who Sold American Secrets To Moscow For 22 Years

In what is now considered the largest intelligence breach in FBI history, Robert Hanssen’s scandal made him millions in diamonds and cash, but cost the FBI $7 million — and the lives of three informants.

By Morgan Dunn • Apr 15, 2021

The Shocking Story Of Robert Hanssen, The Star FBI Agent Who Sold American Secrets To Moscow For 22 Years

In what is now considered the largest intelligence breach in FBI history, Robert Hanssen’s scandal made him millions in diamonds and cash, but cost the FBI $7 million — and the lives of three informants.

By Morgan Dunn • April 15, 2021

The Remarkable Story Of Prince Hall, The ‘Black Founding Father’ History Almost Forgot

Even before America became a sovereign nation, a freed slave named Prince Hall fought for the emancipation of his people in Boston and beyond.

By Genevieve Carlton • Apr 14, 2021

The Remarkable Story Of Prince Hall, The ‘Black Founding Father’ History Almost Forgot

Even before America became a sovereign nation, a freed slave named Prince Hall fought for the emancipation of his people in Boston and beyond.

By Genevieve Carlton • April 14, 2021

Texas Brothers Murder Their Entire Family And Leave Behind Bizarre Suicide Note Listing ‘The Office’ As A Reason

Farhan and Tanvir Towhid left an 11-page note on Instagram blaming depression and disappointment with the direction of the sitcom for the murder of their parents, sister, and grandmother.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 9, 2021

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Texas Brothers Murder Their Entire Family And Leave Behind Bizarre Suicide Note Listing ‘The Office’ As A Reason

Farhan and Tanvir Towhid left an 11-page note on Instagram blaming depression and disappointment with the direction of the sitcom for the murder of their parents, sister, and grandmother.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 9, 2021

The Little-Known Story Of Blanche Barrow, Bonnie And Clyde’s Anxious Accomplice

In 1933, Blanche Barrow agreed to join Bonnie and Clyde on their infamous crime spree — but only because she was married to Clyde's older brother.

By Tim Brinkhof • Apr 8, 2021

The Little-Known Story Of Blanche Barrow, Bonnie And Clyde’s Anxious Accomplice

In 1933, Blanche Barrow agreed to join Bonnie and Clyde on their infamous crime spree — but only because she was married to Clyde's older brother.

By Tim Brinkhof • April 8, 2021

How Mexico’s Fearsome ‘New Generation’ Cartel Used eBay To Arm Themselves With Military Hardware

Investigators later found that brothers Carlos and Ismael Almada had bought night-vision goggles, grenade launchers, and more for the vicious cartel.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 8, 2021

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How Mexico’s Fearsome ‘New Generation’ Cartel Used eBay To Arm Themselves With Military Hardware

Investigators later found that brothers Carlos and Ismael Almada had bought night-vision goggles, grenade launchers, and more for the vicious cartel.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 8, 2021

Explore Hammond Castle, The Extravagant Massachusetts Estate Built By Thomas Edison’s Eccentric Protégé

Known as the "father of remote control," John Hays Hammond Jr. built his dream palace with traditional medieval features, including a drawbridge, bell tower, and dungeon.

By Erin Kelly • Apr 7, 2021

Explore Hammond Castle, The Extravagant Massachusetts Estate Built By Thomas Edison’s Eccentric Protégé

Known as the "father of remote control," John Hays Hammond Jr. built his dream palace with traditional medieval features, including a drawbridge, bell tower, and dungeon.

By Erin Kelly • April 7, 2021

Civil Rights Group Steals $500,000 Confederate Monument In Selma — And Threatens To Turn It Into A Toilet

The thieves say they will only return the 128-year-old stone chair if a historic Confederate association agrees to fly a Black rights banner outside their headquarters.

By Marco Margaritoff • Apr 6, 2021

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Civil Rights Group Steals $500,000 Confederate Monument In Selma — And Threatens To Turn It Into A Toilet

The thieves say they will only return the 128-year-old stone chair if a historic Confederate association agrees to fly a Black rights banner outside their headquarters.

By Marco Margaritoff • April 6, 2021

Inside Operation PBSuccess, When The CIA And A Banana Company Destroyed Guatemalan Democracy

In 1954, Operation PBSuccess dismantled Guatemala’s newfound democracy — so that an American fruit company could continue to profit off the old government’s corruption.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 5, 2021

Inside Operation PBSuccess, When The CIA And A Banana Company Destroyed Guatemalan Democracy

In 1954, Operation PBSuccess dismantled Guatemala’s newfound democracy — so that an American fruit company could continue to profit off the old government’s corruption.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 5, 2021