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Inside The Depraved Crimes Of Dean Corll, The ‘Candy Man’ Killer Of 1970s Houston

Known as the Candy Man and the Pied Piper, Dean Corll sexually assaulted and murdered at least 28 young men and boys in the Houston area between 1970 and 1973.

By William DeLong • Oct 26, 2025

Inside The Depraved Crimes Of Dean Corll, The ‘Candy Man’ Killer Of 1970s Houston

Known as the Candy Man and the Pied Piper, Dean Corll sexually assaulted and murdered at least 28 young men and boys in the Houston area between 1970 and 1973.

By William DeLong • October 26, 2025

Inside The Horrific Stories Of 11 American Serial Killers, From The ‘Beast Of Chicago’ To ‘Hell’s Belle’

With crimes ranging from cannibalism to necrophilia to a "murder mansion," these serial killers left a bloody mark on U.S. history.

By Caroline Redmond • Oct 26, 2025

Inside The Horrific Stories Of 11 American Serial Killers, From The ‘Beast Of Chicago’ To ‘Hell’s Belle’

With crimes ranging from cannibalism to necrophilia to a "murder mansion," these serial killers left a bloody mark on U.S. history.

By Caroline Redmond • October 26, 2025

33 Breathtaking Illustrations Of America’s Birds By John James Audubon

John James Audubon was one of the most renowned naturalists and artists of the 19th century, but he also left behind a complicated legacy.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 24, 2025

33 Breathtaking Illustrations Of America’s Birds By John James Audubon

John James Audubon was one of the most renowned naturalists and artists of the 19th century, but he also left behind a complicated legacy.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 24, 2025

An Indiana Man Was Walking Along A Riverbank On His Property — And Found A 4,270-Year-Old Native American Skull

For now, all experts know is that it belonged to an adult who was likely a member of the Miami or Shawnee tribe — which is all the more remarkable given that the man who found the skull is an avid collector of Native American artifacts.

By Ainsley Brown • Oct 23, 2025

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An Indiana Man Was Walking Along A Riverbank On His Property — And Found A 4,270-Year-Old Native American Skull

For now, all experts know is that it belonged to an adult who was likely a member of the Miami or Shawnee tribe — which is all the more remarkable given that the man who found the skull is an avid collector of Native American artifacts.

By Ainsley Brown • October 23, 2025

How Alex Murdaugh Went From Prominent South Carolina Lawyer To Double Murderer

While working at a prestigious law firm, Alex Murdaugh secretly lived a life of crime, fraud, and corruption — then murdered his wife and son in 2021 to cover it up.

By Marco Margaritoff • Oct 19, 2025

How Alex Murdaugh Went From Prominent South Carolina Lawyer To Double Murderer

While working at a prestigious law firm, Alex Murdaugh secretly lived a life of crime, fraud, and corruption — then murdered his wife and son in 2021 to cover it up.

By Marco Margaritoff • October 19, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Kristen Pfaff, The Bassist For Hole Who Died At Just 27

Even though Kristen Pfaff's death in June 1994 was attributed to a heroin overdose, rumors have persisted in the years since that she was a victim of foul play.

By Ainsley Brown • Oct 16, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Kristen Pfaff, The Bassist For Hole Who Died At Just 27

Even though Kristen Pfaff's death in June 1994 was attributed to a heroin overdose, rumors have persisted in the years since that she was a victim of foul play.

By Ainsley Brown • October 16, 2025

Inside The Chilling Stories Of 9 Haunted Mansions — And The Ghosts Said To Inhabit Them

These eerie mansions around the world are said to be haunted by Hessian soldiers, household servants, and even Satan himself.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 15, 2025

Inside The Chilling Stories Of 9 Haunted Mansions — And The Ghosts Said To Inhabit Them

These eerie mansions around the world are said to be haunted by Hessian soldiers, household servants, and even Satan himself.

By Austin Harvey • October 15, 2025

Meet 7 Of History’s Most Notorious Occultists, From Madame Blavatsky To ‘The Evilest Man In The World’

Some occultists like Aleister Crowley started new religions based on mysticism, while others like Grigori Rasputin claimed to be "faith healers" and used their influence to gain power.

By Ainsley Brown • Oct 14, 2025

Meet 7 Of History’s Most Notorious Occultists, From Madame Blavatsky To ‘The Evilest Man In The World’

Some occultists like Aleister Crowley started new religions based on mysticism, while others like Grigori Rasputin claimed to be "faith healers" and used their influence to gain power.

By Ainsley Brown • October 14, 2025

The Shocking Story Of Crystal Mangum, The Stripper Who Falsely Accused Three Men Of Rape — Then Fatally Stabbed Her Boyfriend

In 2006, Crystal Mangum accused three Duke University lacrosse players of raping her at a party where she performed as an exotic dancer. She later admitted she lied — while in prison for murdering her boyfriend.

By Rivy Lyon • Oct 13, 2025

The Shocking Story Of Crystal Mangum, The Stripper Who Falsely Accused Three Men Of Rape — Then Fatally Stabbed Her Boyfriend

In 2006, Crystal Mangum accused three Duke University lacrosse players of raping her at a party where she performed as an exotic dancer. She later admitted she lied — while in prison for murdering her boyfriend.

By Rivy Lyon • October 13, 2025

Inside The Tragic Stories Of The Zodiac Killer’s Victims — And The Mystery Of How Many People He Murdered

A still-unidentified serial killer active in Northern California in the late 1960s, the Zodiac Killer murdered Betty Lou Jensen, David Arthur Faraday, Darlene Ferrin, Cecelia Shepard, and Paul Stine. But some believe that he didn't stop there.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 13, 2025

Inside The Tragic Stories Of The Zodiac Killer’s Victims — And The Mystery Of How Many People He Murdered

A still-unidentified serial killer active in Northern California in the late 1960s, the Zodiac Killer murdered Betty Lou Jensen, David Arthur Faraday, Darlene Ferrin, Cecelia Shepard, and Paul Stine. But some believe that he didn't stop there.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 13, 2025