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How These 7 Deadly Social Media Challenges Ended In Tragedy

Though most social media challenges are lighthearted, others have caused serious injuries, poisonings, and even deaths.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Dec 19, 2023

How These 7 Deadly Social Media Challenges Ended In Tragedy

Though most social media challenges are lighthearted, others have caused serious injuries, poisonings, and even deaths.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • December 19, 2023

The Extraordinary Life Of Robert ‘Rosie’ Rosenthal, The World War II Pilot Who ‘Couldn’t Get Killed’

Robert “Rosie” Rosenthal flew 52 missions as an American bomber pilot and survived being shot down twice during World War II. Then, he used his law degree to prosecute Nazis at Nuremberg.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 19, 2023

The Extraordinary Life Of Robert ‘Rosie’ Rosenthal, The World War II Pilot Who ‘Couldn’t Get Killed’

Robert “Rosie” Rosenthal flew 52 missions as an American bomber pilot and survived being shot down twice during World War II. Then, he used his law degree to prosecute Nazis at Nuremberg.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 19, 2023

‘A Gift From The Thrifting Gods’: Goodwill Vase Bought For $3.99 Sells For More Than $100,000

The colorful green and white vase purchased at a Virginia Goodwill turned out to be a rare piece by Italian artist Carlo Scarpa.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 19, 2023

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‘A Gift From The Thrifting Gods’: Goodwill Vase Bought For $3.99 Sells For More Than $100,000

The colorful green and white vase purchased at a Virginia Goodwill turned out to be a rare piece by Italian artist Carlo Scarpa.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 19, 2023

44 Powerful Photos Of How The World Celebrated Christmas Amid The Chaos And Bloodshed Of World War II

From makeshift trees on the front lines to bombs painted with "Merry Xmas Adolf," see how soldiers and their loved ones back home celebrated Christmas in the U.S., Europe, and the Pacific during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 18, 2023

44 Powerful Photos Of How The World Celebrated Christmas Amid The Chaos And Bloodshed Of World War II

From makeshift trees on the front lines to bombs painted with "Merry Xmas Adolf," see how soldiers and their loved ones back home celebrated Christmas in the U.S., Europe, and the Pacific during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 18, 2023

The Story Of Dixon Trujillo, The Oldest Son Of ‘Cocaine Godmother’ Griselda Blanco

Dixon Dario Trujillo-Blanco learned the art of drug trafficking from his own mother at an early age — then he unintentionally helped authorities take his entire family down.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 18, 2023

The Story Of Dixon Trujillo, The Oldest Son Of ‘Cocaine Godmother’ Griselda Blanco

Dixon Dario Trujillo-Blanco learned the art of drug trafficking from his own mother at an early age — then he unintentionally helped authorities take his entire family down.

By Austin Harvey • December 18, 2023

A Baby Sucked Up Into A Tornado In Tennessee Was Just Found Alive In A Tree

The four-month-old was found lying in a tree, alive "by the grace of God."

By Austin Harvey • Dec 18, 2023

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A Baby Sucked Up Into A Tornado In Tennessee Was Just Found Alive In A Tree

The four-month-old was found lying in a tree, alive "by the grace of God."

By Austin Harvey • December 18, 2023

Inside The Eerie History Of Picher, Oklahoma, ‘America’s Most Toxic Ghost Town’

Located near the border of Oklahoma and Kansas, Picher was a bustling mining center in the early 1900s — but now this abandoned town is surrounded by mountains of toxic waste.

By Erin Kelly • Dec 18, 2023

Inside The Eerie History Of Picher, Oklahoma, ‘America’s Most Toxic Ghost Town’

Located near the border of Oklahoma and Kansas, Picher was a bustling mining center in the early 1900s — but now this abandoned town is surrounded by mountains of toxic waste.

By Erin Kelly • December 18, 2023

How Robert John Bardo’s Obsession With Rebecca Schaeffer Led To Murder

Robert John Bardo was obsessed with Rebecca Schaeffer. He wrote her fan mail, drew portraits of her, and stalked her at the studio until one day, he found her home address.

By Leah Silverman • Dec 16, 2023

How Robert John Bardo’s Obsession With Rebecca Schaeffer Led To Murder

Robert John Bardo was obsessed with Rebecca Schaeffer. He wrote her fan mail, drew portraits of her, and stalked her at the studio until one day, he found her home address.

By Leah Silverman • December 16, 2023

The Life Of Circus Performer Jean Libbera, The Man With A Parasitic Twin Growing Out Of His Torso

In the early 1900s, Jean Libbera performed in sideshows with his brother Jacques, a parasitic twin who was attached to Jean at the chest and stomach.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Dec 14, 2023

The Life Of Circus Performer Jean Libbera, The Man With A Parasitic Twin Growing Out Of His Torso

In the early 1900s, Jean Libbera performed in sideshows with his brother Jacques, a parasitic twin who was attached to Jean at the chest and stomach.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • December 14, 2023

The Tragic Story Of Candace Newmaker, The Young Girl Who Died During A ‘Rebirthing’ Treatment

Candace Newmaker was supposed to be “reborn” through an alternative therapy treatment — but this disturbing session ultimately left the 10-year-old dead.

By Katie Serena • Dec 14, 2023

The Tragic Story Of Candace Newmaker, The Young Girl Who Died During A ‘Rebirthing’ Treatment

Candace Newmaker was supposed to be “reborn” through an alternative therapy treatment — but this disturbing session ultimately left the 10-year-old dead.

By Katie Serena • December 14, 2023