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”.
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.
King Carol II of Romania earned the title “The Manipulative King” for his many political ploys, both inside and outside of Romania. But, fascinating as Carol II’s exploits in the game of thrones might have been, the real manipulations weren’t political—they were personal. Move over Harry; from abdications to coups to secret marriages, Carol II was the ultimate playboy prince.
If there was ever a man whose actions forever outweighed everything else about him, it was Benedict Arnold. During the American Revolution, he quickly became indispensable and had everything he could possibly need. However, he couldn’t stop hustling and eventually threw it all away. Many historians have deliberated over what complex motives were at the root of his betrayal—but the truth may be a lot simpler.
As Catherine of Aragon’s body was prepared for burial, it was noted that her corpse appeared to be healthy, save for her heart, which had turned completely black.
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Val Kilmer is a lot more complicated than the action star we know from the screen—his life behind the scenes was somehow even more fast-paced.
Now that the media firestorm has settled, we finally know the chilling details surrounding Aaron Carter: his nightmarish life and tragic death.
Haing S. Ngor was the first Asian actor to win an Academy award for a debut performance—but his success followed close on the heels of unspeakable tragedy.
Peter Fonda may have saved Hollywood with the groundbreaking Easy Rider, but his life behind the scenes was tinged with tragedy.
When “Diff’rent Strokes” actor Dana Plato took her own life at the age of 34, fans tried to process her tragic unraveling.
Louis XIV is the longest-ruling monarch in history—and every moment of his 72-year reign was filled with scandal, terror, court intrigue, and tragedy.
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.
Area 51's workers don't drive there. They fly in on a classified US Government airline known only as "Janet."
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.
The stone walls of Matera do not whisper history—they press it into the air. The scent of damp limestone still clings to cave ceilings carved thousands of years ago, while narrow passages funnel light exactly where ancient families needed it most. Long before electricity or plumbing, people here shaped homes directly into rock faces to create a settlement that never stopped evolving. Archaeological research over the last several decades has revealed that Matera's cave dwellings, known as the Sassi, are among the longest continuously inhabited regions on Earth. These findings challenge old assumptions about early human life, showing adaptability and social structure that lasted from the Paleolithic era through modern times.
The Rock of Gibraltar is one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world.
We may be standing on the shoulders of giants—and, if some legends are believed, that phrase might be shockingly literal.
The tragic loss of the Rainbow Warrior caused unbelievable grief, shameless lies, and a maelstrom of political intrigue so terrible—it's unforgettable.
The James Webb Space Telescope looks like some weird, honeycomb, spaceship...thing. What gives? Well, this brilliant machine has a few tricks up its sleeve.
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New evidence reveals that a monk in medieval England figured out the 76-year cycle of Halley's comet 600 years before Halley made his discovery.
The US navy's mightiest fleet was not match for Typhoon Cobra's wrath.
William the Conqueror earned his nickname at the Battle of Hastings—so it’s fitting that when his end game, it was utterly gruesome.
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