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How Al Capone Rose From Brooklyn Street Thug To “Public Enemy No. 1” In 44 Pictures

From his signature cigar to his blood-soaked mob hits, these photos of Al Capone show the legendary Chicago gangster as he really was.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 20, 2020

How Al Capone Rose From Brooklyn Street Thug To “Public Enemy No. 1” In 44 Pictures

From his signature cigar to his blood-soaked mob hits, these photos of Al Capone show the legendary Chicago gangster as he really was.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 20, 2020

Meet Hattie McDaniel, The First Black Person To Win An Oscar In Jim Crow America

Hattie McDaniel believed she was making new opportunities for people of color in the industry, but civil rights activists criticized her for the stereotypical roles she accepted.

By Natasha Ishak • May 16, 2020

Meet Hattie McDaniel, The First Black Person To Win An Oscar In Jim Crow America

Hattie McDaniel believed she was making new opportunities for people of color in the industry, but civil rights activists criticized her for the stereotypical roles she accepted.

By Natasha Ishak • May 16, 2020

In Addition To Its Tiny Arms, T. Rex’s Legs Meant It Could Barely Run

The long-held belief that this apex predator's long legs helped it run faster might be prehistoric. Instead of speed, Tyrannosaurus rex was made for long, ambling periods of stalking prey.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 15, 2020

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In Addition To Its Tiny Arms, T. Rex’s Legs Meant It Could Barely Run

The long-held belief that this apex predator's long legs helped it run faster might be prehistoric. Instead of speed, Tyrannosaurus rex was made for long, ambling periods of stalking prey.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 15, 2020

Woman Falls Into Boiling Geyser While Taking A Selfie After Breaking Into Closed-Down Yellowstone

The woman had to drive 50 miles before coming in contact with a park ranger who could help her.

By Natasha Ishak • May 14, 2020

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Woman Falls Into Boiling Geyser While Taking A Selfie After Breaking Into Closed-Down Yellowstone

The woman had to drive 50 miles before coming in contact with a park ranger who could help her.

By Natasha Ishak • May 14, 2020

The True Hollywood Story Of Henry Willson, Rock Hudson’s Abusive Agent

Henry Willson was an unscrupulous talent agent who molded gay stars into the "beefcake" ideal of 1950s Hollywood — while also preying on them.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 13, 2020

The True Hollywood Story Of Henry Willson, Rock Hudson’s Abusive Agent

Henry Willson was an unscrupulous talent agent who molded gay stars into the "beefcake" ideal of 1950s Hollywood — while also preying on them.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 13, 2020

Rare ‘Blue Dragon’ Sea Slugs Keep Washing Up In Texas — And Nobody Knows Why

Park officials have put out a notice warning visitors to steer clear of these stunning yet venomous sea creatures.

By Natasha Ishak • May 13, 2020

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Rare ‘Blue Dragon’ Sea Slugs Keep Washing Up In Texas — And Nobody Knows Why

Park officials have put out a notice warning visitors to steer clear of these stunning yet venomous sea creatures.

By Natasha Ishak • May 13, 2020

Researchers Finally Find The USS Nevada, Which Survived Pearl Harbor, D-Day, And An Atomic Bomb

The USS Nevada was found three miles below the surface of the Pacific where it partook in World War II. This is the first time anyone's seen it since.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 13, 2020

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Researchers Finally Find The USS Nevada, Which Survived Pearl Harbor, D-Day, And An Atomic Bomb

The USS Nevada was found three miles below the surface of the Pacific where it partook in World War II. This is the first time anyone's seen it since.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 13, 2020

Meet Jill Ruckelshaus, The Progressive Republican Who Opposed Her Party To Fight For Women’s Rights

As a founding member of the National Women's Political Caucus, the fearless Jill Ruckelshaus joined Gloria Steinem and other feminists to fight for the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.

By Natasha Ishak • May 12, 2020

Meet Jill Ruckelshaus, The Progressive Republican Who Opposed Her Party To Fight For Women’s Rights

As a founding member of the National Women's Political Caucus, the fearless Jill Ruckelshaus joined Gloria Steinem and other feminists to fight for the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.

By Natasha Ishak • May 12, 2020

The True Story Of Gloria Steinem, From The CIA To ‘The World’s Most Famous Feminist’

Before Gloria Steinem was the face of second-wave feminism, she was an anti-communist operative for the CIA and went undercover with Playboy to expose their misogynistic practices.

By Natasha Ishak • May 8, 2020

The True Story Of Gloria Steinem, From The CIA To ‘The World’s Most Famous Feminist’

Before Gloria Steinem was the face of second-wave feminism, she was an anti-communist operative for the CIA and went undercover with Playboy to expose their misogynistic practices.

By Natasha Ishak • May 8, 2020

How Anna May Wong Became History’s First Asian American Movie Star Despite Old Hollywood’s Racism

After leaving the film industry twice due to bigotry, Anna May Wong became an advocate for the rights of Chinese American citizens.

By Natasha Ishak • May 7, 2020

How Anna May Wong Became History’s First Asian American Movie Star Despite Old Hollywood’s Racism

After leaving the film industry twice due to bigotry, Anna May Wong became an advocate for the rights of Chinese American citizens.

By Natasha Ishak • May 7, 2020