Francis I of France is inevitably compared to Henry VIII. Both kings had big personalities, big love affairs, and big scandals that rocked the face of Europe. But there’s a lot more to Francis than just the similarities to the Tudor counterpart. From his unlikely ascension to the throne to his brutal defeats and torturous later years, Francis did not languish in his neighbor's shadow.
A gentleman to some and a menace to others, John Dillinger put America in a frenzy with a spree that led to the formation of the FBI itself—until his luck ran out.
The House of Tudor had more than its fair share of scandalous figures, from Henry VIII’s many marriages to the intrigue and plots of the court of Elizabeth I. But few remember the twisted tale of Mary Tudor—the English princess who briefly became Queen of France. From her secret marriage to her bitter rivalry with Anne Boleyn, Mary packed a lot into her short life.
Meg Ryan has been a Hollywood fixture for the better part of four decades. Best known for rom-com romps such as Sleepless in Seattle and You’ve Got Mail, the actress’s off-screen life has been equally romance and comedy-filled....
Imagine a world where burly Norse warriors discover a new continent—and then just... walk away. Wild, right? Get ready for a story into why the Vikings pulled the ultimate “not interested” move on North America. But first, an introduction.
Field Marshal Bernard Law “Monty” Montgomery was instrumental in defeating the Axis forces during WWII. His strategic brilliance, however, was second only to his massive ego and total lack of tact. More people need to know about Bernard “Monty” Montgomery, the man who Winston Churchill himself described as, “In defeat, unbeatable; in victory, unbearable”.
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Elizabeth Montgomery was known for “Bewitched”—but though she seemed to have an angelic image, nothing could have been further from the truth.
Tiny Tim was the high-pitched singer of “Tiptoe Through the Tulips." However, his quirky 15 minutes of fame wilted like a rose in winter.
Martha Mansfield was a silent film star and vaudeville actress, but she has gone down in history for meeting a terribly gruesome end.
Bebe Daniels was one of Hollywood’s first true superstars, but if she’s forgotten today, it may be because of her sad end.
The supermodel known as "Dovima" may be obscure today, but her story is as classic and as heartbreaking as any diva ever gets.
When it comes to historical firsts, some are more desirable than others. After all, everyone looks back fondly on Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, or Marie Curie, the first woman...
Area 51's workers don't drive there. They fly in on a classified US Government airline known only as "Janet."
So notorious that its name is synonymous with madness, the history of Bethlem Royal Hospital, or Bedlam, is filled with some of humanity's darkest moments.
The world is filled with spectacular, bizarre, and iconic buildings—but these structures often have a surprisingly dark history.
Alcatraz was only in operation for less than 30 years, but in that time it gained the reputation as one of the most notorious prisons in American history.
The history of Mexico City stretches back almost two centuries before the Spanish ever set foot in the Americas. Rather, the Spanish built their capital on top of the ashes of one of the most beautiful and unique cities in history: Tenochtitlan.
We may be standing on the shoulders of giants—and, if some legends are believed, that phrase might be shockingly literal.
Powered flight has evolved four separate times, in totally different ways: Insects, pterosaurs, birds, and bats. But who did it the best?
Sleepwalking has fascinated humans throughout history—and yet, even today, this particular disorder remains as mysterious as ever.
So notorious that its name is synonymous with madness, the history of Bethlem Royal Hospital, or Bedlam, is filled with some of humanity's darkest moments.
You've heard of mitochondria. The "powerhouse of the cell". I never took biology in high school and even I know what mitochondria are. But here's something you probably didn't know: Mitochondria are invaders. While the...
The world is filled with spectacular, bizarre, and iconic buildings—but these structures often have a surprisingly dark history.
How exactly did a single asteroid strike cause the dinosaurs to go completely extinct? Let's go back to that day and find out.
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