Category: Updates
How Common Is It And Why Did It Start?
How often does Mormon polygamy still happen today?
Published: May 19, 2026
Luang Pho Daeng, The Coolest Mummy In The World
In the final days leading up to his death, Luang Pho Daeng stopped eating and drinking, dehydrating his body to preserve it perfectly after his death.
Published: May 19, 2026
Sergeant Stubby, World War I's Most Decorated Dog Soldier
How a dog named Sergeant Stubby participated in 17 battles, rose to the rank of sergeant, and became a national icon.
Published: May 19, 2026
Túpac Amaru II, The Inca Revolutionary Who Resisted Colonialism
The Indigenous Peruvian leader inspired the name of the legendary American rapper Tupac Shakur.
Published: May 19, 2026
Inside Lily Dale, New York, Where Psychics and Spirits Are The Main Residents
In this town, the ghosts outnumber the people.
Published: May 19, 2026
Mount Nyiragongo And Its Bubbling Hot Lava Lake
Mount Nyiragongo is a deadly stratovolcano that's known for its 10,000-foot lava lake and potential for disaster.
Published: May 19, 2026
The World's Oldest Man Thinks TV Is Nonsense And Wants To Quit Smoking
At 114, Fredie Blom is believed to be the oldest person in the world.
Published: May 19, 2026
The Skull Tower Of Niš In 15 Chilling Images
Once a grisly reminder of the Serbs' oppressors, the Skull Tower in Niš has evolved into a monument to Serbian perseverance.
Published: May 19, 2026
Wall Street In The Early 20th Century
One of the most revered and reviled streets in the world, Wall Street has shaped the course of history. Here's a look at its early days.
Published: May 19, 2026
The Astor Place Riot Of 1849 Was Sparked By 'Macbeth' And Left 22 Dead
When English actor William Macready came to the U.S. to perform Shakespeare, anti-English rioters threw chairs at his head and stormed the theatre.
Published: May 19, 2026
