When Newspaper Monsters Terrified Children
In the history of American newspapers, Walt McDougall was one of the most accomplished cartoonists, thanks in part to his terrifying illustrations.
Science & Technology
Released Documents Reveal Plan to Nuke the Moon
Millions of taxpayer dollars funded the bizarre and unbelievable research.
People
Woman Earns Up To $10k for Branded Baby Names
Taylor Humphrey will pick the perfect name for your little one starting at $1,500 a pop!
Vintage & Historical
The Fearless Daredevils Who Built The Empire State Building
Often referred to back then as “the sky boys,” workers finished building the skyscraper in just 410 days — that‘s more than four stories a week!
Science & Technology
Are You a Left Brain or Right Brain? the Answer is...
The science community has never accepted this notion.
Art & Fashion
Proto-NFT? Receipt for Invisible Art From 1959 Sells for $1.2 Million
Upon the purchase of one of Yves Klein’s imaginary zones, the artist went through an elaborate ritual with the buyer, which sometimes included burning the receipt.
Science & Technology
Not Just Allergies: Gardener’s Itchy Eye Caused by Fly Larvae
There’s more than pollen to keep an eye out for this allergy season!
Science & Technology
Magnetic Slime Robot Could Someday Be Used to Retrieve Swallowed Objects
This shape-shifting robot is (almost) ready to make its way into your digestive system!
Vintage & Historical
The Centuries-Old Cake Recipe Said To Reveal Your Future Spouse
Some recipes for the cake required unsavory ingredients such as soot, urine, hair, and nail clippings.
Animals
Scottish Group Builds World's Largest Insect Hotel
Creepy crawlies are swarming to the latest and greatest in insect accommodations.
Sunday Cartoon! - February 2, 2025
Cartoon of the Day
Robert Ripley began the Believe It or Not! cartoon in 1918. Today, Kieran Castaño is the eighth artist to continue the legacy of illustrating the world's longest-running syndicated cartoon!