The Donner Party: Horror and Cannibalism in the Mountains
One member of the party lived in infamy due to his penchant for human flesh.
Pop Culture
When Muhammad Ali Tried to Reunite the Beatles
The heavyweight boxer was a confessed Beatles fan!
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Vintage & Historical
Houdini's Motherly Love: Magician vs. Medium
Audiences began to see Houdini's acts take a turn toward the extreme, almost reckless—from burying himself alive to nearly drowning.
People
Millennium Falcon Signed by Original Star Wars Cast
This Millennium Falcon® was signed by six of the original Star Wars™ trilogy members!
Places
The Great Wall Has Stood for Centuries Thanks To Sticky Rice
In China, some ancient building techniques proved downright delicious…
Science & Technology
Does a Numb Left Arm Mean a Heart Attack?
“Silent” heart attacks strike one out of five people, reports the CDC.
People
The Biggest Hoax In History (Literally): The Cardiff Giant
This stone giant, unearthed in 1869, was believed to be a giant from the time of Noah.
Vintage & Historical
Taking Chances on a Rigged Roulette Wheel
Equipped with a cheat that allows the dealer to choose which player will win or lose each game.
Vintage & Historical
The Origins Of FBI Profiling
Although Jack the Ripper was never caught, the Bond report could be considered the first-ever criminal profile.
Art & Fashion
The One Where “The Rachel” Becomes Iconic
It’s kind of crazy to think about how one simple cut can become a pop-culture icon for the ages. It’s actually kick-you-in-the-crotch, spit-on-your-neck fantastic.
Art & Fashion
How Seven Victorian Sisters Made Millions With Their Long Hair
The Sutherland Sisters were great performers, but all anyone seemed to care about was their hair.
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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!