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The Story Of The New York City Smog Of 1966 That Killed 200 People

Starting on November 23, 1966, New York City was plagued by three days of suffocating smog in what remains one of the worst air pollution episodes and environmental disasters in American history.

By Marco Margaritoff • Oct 2, 2021

The Story Of The New York City Smog Of 1966 That Killed 200 People

Starting on November 23, 1966, New York City was plagued by three days of suffocating smog in what remains one of the worst air pollution episodes and environmental disasters in American history.

By Marco Margaritoff • October 2, 2021

69 Woodstock Photos That Will Take You To The 1960s’ Most Iconic Music Festival

From Jimi Hendrix and Jerry Garcia to the 400,000 hippies in attendance, these pictures from Woodstock 1969 capture the free spirit of this historic event.

By Alexander Baldwin • Sep 28, 2021

69 Woodstock Photos That Will Take You To The 1960s’ Most Iconic Music Festival

From Jimi Hendrix and Jerry Garcia to the 400,000 hippies in attendance, these pictures from Woodstock 1969 capture the free spirit of this historic event.

By Alexander Baldwin • September 28, 2021

Titanic 2 Plans To Complete Its Namesakes’ Doomed Journey In 2022

“Millions have dreamt of sailing on her, seeing her in port and experiencing her unique majesty. Titanic 2 will be the ship where those dreams come true.”

By Bernadette Deron • Sep 20, 2021

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Titanic 2 Plans To Complete Its Namesakes’ Doomed Journey In 2022

“Millions have dreamt of sailing on her, seeing her in port and experiencing her unique majesty. Titanic 2 will be the ship where those dreams come true.”

By Bernadette Deron • September 20, 2021

Ted Kaczynski: How A Child Math Prodigy Became The Serial-Killing Unabomber

The Unabomber's reign of terror lasted for 17 years and sparked the biggest manhunt in FBI history. But what drove Ted Kaczynski to murder?

By Andrew Lenoir • Sep 19, 2021

Ted Kaczynski: How A Child Math Prodigy Became The Serial-Killing Unabomber

The Unabomber's reign of terror lasted for 17 years and sparked the biggest manhunt in FBI history. But what drove Ted Kaczynski to murder?

By Andrew Lenoir • September 19, 2021

Mary, Queen Of Scots: From The Infant Queen To A Grisly Execution, The Tragic True Story

She endured three husbands' deaths, was betrayed by Elizabeth I, and ultimately suffered a gruesome execution. This is the tragic story of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots.

By Bernadette Deron • Sep 19, 2021

Mary, Queen Of Scots: From The Infant Queen To A Grisly Execution, The Tragic True Story

She endured three husbands' deaths, was betrayed by Elizabeth I, and ultimately suffered a gruesome execution. This is the tragic story of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots.

By Bernadette Deron • September 19, 2021

The Mystery Of Cahokia Mounds, North America’s First City

To this day, archaeologists don't know for sure why the massive city of 20,000 people at Cahokia Mounds vanished quickly and left barely any trace behind.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 18, 2021

The Mystery Of Cahokia Mounds, North America’s First City

To this day, archaeologists don't know for sure why the massive city of 20,000 people at Cahokia Mounds vanished quickly and left barely any trace behind.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 18, 2021

The Controversial History Of Absinthe, The Drink So Strong Some Feared It Would Cause Society To Collapse

A highly alcoholic spirit originating from Switzerland, absinthe is legendary for its strength. But its potency also led to absinthe being banned in several countries for its perceived link to crime and debauchery.

By Andrew Milne • Sep 16, 2021

The Controversial History Of Absinthe, The Drink So Strong Some Feared It Would Cause Society To Collapse

A highly alcoholic spirit originating from Switzerland, absinthe is legendary for its strength. But its potency also led to absinthe being banned in several countries for its perceived link to crime and debauchery.

By Andrew Milne • September 16, 2021

How Jimmy Savile Used Power And Fame To Abuse Hundreds Of Children For Decades

After Jimmy Savile's death in 2011, an investigation into sexual abuse allegations against the TV personality revealed at least 500 victims — some of whom were just two years old.

By Jaclyn Anglis • Sep 14, 2021

How Jimmy Savile Used Power And Fame To Abuse Hundreds Of Children For Decades

After Jimmy Savile's death in 2011, an investigation into sexual abuse allegations against the TV personality revealed at least 500 victims — some of whom were just two years old.

By Jaclyn Anglis • September 14, 2021

Kopi Luwak, The Expensive Delicacy Known As ‘Cat Poop Coffee’

Made from coffee cherries that have been digested and defecated by civets, Kopi Luwak is widely known as "cat poop coffee" in the West — where it sells for $600 a pound.

By Aimee Lamoureux • Sep 12, 2021

Kopi Luwak, The Expensive Delicacy Known As ‘Cat Poop Coffee’

Made from coffee cherries that have been digested and defecated by civets, Kopi Luwak is widely known as "cat poop coffee" in the West — where it sells for $600 a pound.

By Aimee Lamoureux • September 12, 2021

The History Of Impeached Presidents In America — And The Scandals Behind Them

Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton, and Donald Trump were the only three U.S. presidents to ever be impeached — although Richard Nixon came close.

By Brandon Weber • Sep 9, 2021

The History Of Impeached Presidents In America — And The Scandals Behind Them

Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton, and Donald Trump were the only three U.S. presidents to ever be impeached — although Richard Nixon came close.

By Brandon Weber • September 9, 2021