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Al Capone Son
Al Capone Son

The Secretive Life Of Albert Francis Brown, The Son Of Al Capone

From an early age, Albert Francis "Sonny" Capone struggled under the weight of his father's last name. So he decided to change it — and then he disappeared to California.

By Marco Margaritoff Mar 8, 2021

The Secretive Life Of Albert Francis Brown, The Son Of Al Capone

From an early age, Albert Francis "Sonny" Capone struggled under the weight of his father's last name. So he decided to change it — and then he disappeared to California.

By Marco Margaritoff March 8, 2021
Hybrid Brains
Hybrid Brains

Scientists Are Growing Human-Neanderthal Hybrid ‘Minibrains’ To Understand The Evolution Of Our Brains

"The question here is what makes us human. Why are our brains so different from other species including our own extinct relatives?"

By Marco Margaritoff Mar 8, 2021
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Scientists Are Growing Human-Neanderthal Hybrid ‘Minibrains’ To Understand The Evolution Of Our Brains

"The question here is what makes us human. Why are our brains so different from other species including our own extinct relatives?"

By Marco Margaritoff March 8, 2021
Geisel Drawing
Geisel Drawing

Inside Dr. Seuss’ History Of Racism That Explains Why Six Of His Books Were Discontinued

Dr. Seuss' beloved children's books have undergone a reexamination in recent years as many have found them rife with racist images and messaging.

By Kaleena Fraga Mar 4, 2021
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Inside Dr. Seuss’ History Of Racism That Explains Why Six Of His Books Were Discontinued

Dr. Seuss' beloved children's books have undergone a reexamination in recent years as many have found them rife with racist images and messaging.

By Kaleena Fraga March 4, 2021
Carroll A Deering Featured
Carroll A Deering Featured

The Unsolved Mystery Of Carroll A. Deering, The ‘Ghost Ship’ Of North Carolina

In 1921, 11 sailors boarded the Carroll A. Deering in Barbados to head back to the United States. But weeks later, the ship was found wrecked — with no crew in sight.

By Morgan Dunn Mar 3, 2021

The Unsolved Mystery Of Carroll A. Deering, The ‘Ghost Ship’ Of North Carolina

In 1921, 11 sailors boarded the Carroll A. Deering in Barbados to head back to the United States. But weeks later, the ship was found wrecked — with no crew in sight.

By Morgan Dunn March 3, 2021
Dixie Mafia Featured
Dixie Mafia Featured

The Little-Known Story Of The Dixie Mafia, The ‘Cornbread Cosa Nostra’ Of The South

In the 1960s, the Dixie Mafia emerged as a loose confederation of crooks and con artists based in Biloxi, Mississippi. But years later, it became a terrifying criminal organization.

By Natasha Ishak Mar 2, 2021

The Little-Known Story Of The Dixie Mafia, The ‘Cornbread Cosa Nostra’ Of The South

In the 1960s, the Dixie Mafia emerged as a loose confederation of crooks and con artists based in Biloxi, Mississippi. But years later, it became a terrifying criminal organization.

By Natasha Ishak March 2, 2021
Josiah Henson
Josiah Henson

Meet Josiah Henson, The Escaped Slave Whose Journey To Freedom Inspired ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’

After walking 600 miles to Canada in 1830, Josiah Henson returned to the United States to free over 100 more slaves.

By Genevieve Carlton Feb 28, 2021

Meet Josiah Henson, The Escaped Slave Whose Journey To Freedom Inspired ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’

After walking 600 miles to Canada in 1830, Josiah Henson returned to the United States to free over 100 more slaves.

By Genevieve Carlton February 28, 2021
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