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The Disturbing Story Of Elliott Smith’s Death — And The Questions That Remain To This Day

Singer-songwriter Elliott Smith died from seemingly self-inflicted stab wounds at the age of 34 in 2003, but some believe that there's more to the story.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 13, 2025

The Disturbing Story Of Elliott Smith’s Death — And The Questions That Remain To This Day

Singer-songwriter Elliott Smith died from seemingly self-inflicted stab wounds at the age of 34 in 2003, but some believe that there's more to the story.

By Austin Harvey • November 13, 2025

Oregon’s Humongous Fungus: The Incredible Story Of The Largest Organism In The World

The Humongous Fungus in Oregon's Malheur National Forest is 8,000 years old and covers an area of 2,000 acres, making it the largest living thing by area on planet Earth.

By Ainsley Brown • Nov 13, 2025

Oregon’s Humongous Fungus: The Incredible Story Of The Largest Organism In The World

The Humongous Fungus in Oregon's Malheur National Forest is 8,000 years old and covers an area of 2,000 acres, making it the largest living thing by area on planet Earth.

By Ainsley Brown • November 13, 2025

33 Celebrities You Didn’t Know Served In The Military

From Betty White's volunteer service during World War II to Audie Murphy's three Purple Hearts, these famous veterans served their country before they became household names.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 11, 2025

33 Celebrities You Didn’t Know Served In The Military

From Betty White's volunteer service during World War II to Audie Murphy's three Purple Hearts, these famous veterans served their country before they became household names.

By Austin Harvey • November 11, 2025

55 Revealing Photos Of 1980s Brooklyn That Show How The Borough Changed Throughout The Decade

See what Brooklyn looked like before the hipsters moved in and gentrification took hold.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 10, 2025

55 Revealing Photos Of 1980s Brooklyn That Show How The Borough Changed Throughout The Decade

See what Brooklyn looked like before the hipsters moved in and gentrification took hold.

By Austin Harvey • November 10, 2025

The Whimsical Story Of Goose Creek Tower, The Alaskan Curiosity Known As The ‘Dr. Seuss House’

Built by attorney Phillip Weidner, the Dr. Seuss House is 185 feet tall and has stunning views of the surrounding landscape — but it's still unfinished after more than 20 years.

By Ainsley Brown • Nov 8, 2025

The Whimsical Story Of Goose Creek Tower, The Alaskan Curiosity Known As The ‘Dr. Seuss House’

Built by attorney Phillip Weidner, the Dr. Seuss House is 185 feet tall and has stunning views of the surrounding landscape — but it's still unfinished after more than 20 years.

By Ainsley Brown • November 8, 2025

The Story Of The Exodusters, The Black Americans Who Fled The South For Kansas During The ‘Great Exodus Of 1879’

After the end of Reconstruction in 1877, some 20,000 Black Americans decided to escape the discriminatory policies in the South and made their way west, with many settling in Kansas.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 7, 2025

The Story Of The Exodusters, The Black Americans Who Fled The South For Kansas During The ‘Great Exodus Of 1879’

After the end of Reconstruction in 1877, some 20,000 Black Americans decided to escape the discriminatory policies in the South and made their way west, with many settling in Kansas.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 7, 2025

Researchers Are Developing A Genetically Modified Fungus That Can Trap And Kill Mosquitoes

The genetically engineered Metarhizium fungus is just as attractive to mosquitoes as it is deadly.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 7, 2025

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Researchers Are Developing A Genetically Modified Fungus That Can Trap And Kill Mosquitoes

The genetically engineered Metarhizium fungus is just as attractive to mosquitoes as it is deadly.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 7, 2025

The Story Of The Assassination Of President James Garfield And The Deranged Shooter Behind It

James Garfield was shot in a Washington, D.C. train station by Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881, but he didn't die from his injuries for another two months.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 6, 2025

The Story Of The Assassination Of President James Garfield And The Deranged Shooter Behind It

James Garfield was shot in a Washington, D.C. train station by Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881, but he didn't die from his injuries for another two months.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 6, 2025

The Inspiring Story Of Emily Roebling, The Woman Who Helped Build The Brooklyn Bridge

Emily Roebling's husband was the chief engineer of the Brooklyn Bridge, but when he fell ill soon after construction began, Emily spent over a decade working as his liaison, supervising the site, and ensuring that the structure was built to his specifications.

By Ainsley Brown • Nov 5, 2025

The Inspiring Story Of Emily Roebling, The Woman Who Helped Build The Brooklyn Bridge

Emily Roebling's husband was the chief engineer of the Brooklyn Bridge, but when he fell ill soon after construction began, Emily spent over a decade working as his liaison, supervising the site, and ensuring that the structure was built to his specifications.

By Ainsley Brown • November 5, 2025

The Life Of Jane Wyman, From Her Success In Old Hollywood To Her Relationship With Ronald Reagan

Though Jane Wyman was well-known for being Ronald Reagan's first wife during his time as a movie star, she was a prominent actress in her own right — earning an Oscar and multiple Golden Globe awards.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 4, 2025

The Life Of Jane Wyman, From Her Success In Old Hollywood To Her Relationship With Ronald Reagan

Though Jane Wyman was well-known for being Ronald Reagan's first wife during his time as a movie star, she was a prominent actress in her own right — earning an Oscar and multiple Golden Globe awards.

By Austin Harvey • November 4, 2025