The 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster: What went Wrong?
On the morning of January 28, 1986, the USA collectively gathered around TVs across the country to spectate the hugely anticipated launch of the Space …
Oscar the Therapy Cat: The Cat Who Could Predict Death
Animals have worked alongside humans for centuries. From dogs successfully sniffing out cancer to carrier pigeons being used to send messages throughout World War I, …
Alvin Straight, The Man Who Drove 240 Miles on a Lawn Mower to Visit his Dying Brother
Alvin Boone Straight was your typical older man in many ways. His health was declining, his eyesight was failing him, and he was living month …
Who was Tutankhamun? The Legacy of the Boy King
Tutankhamun is, without a doubt, the most popular ancient Egyptian pharaoh. He is a household name with worldwide recognition. This is mostly due to the …
The Kentucky Meat Shower: When the Sky Rained Mystery Meat
History is full of strange historical events and unexplained phenomena that stretch the limits of our understanding and seem too crazy to be true. While …
Hiroo Onoda, Japan’s Last WW2 Soldier who Refused to Surrender for 30 Years
The Japanese Imperial Army which fought throughout World War II stands as one of the most vicious and loyal armed forces in modern history. Japanese …
Shoichi Yokoi: The Japanese Soldier who Continued Fighting 28 years after WWII Ended
Few soldiers in history have been as dedicated and loyal to the nation they serve as those who served in the Japanese Imperial Army during …
Tonda Dickerson, The Waitress Who Received a $10M Tip
When Tonda Dickerson and four coworkers were given lottery tickets as tips, they didn’t think much of it. People love to play the lottery, hoping …
The History of North Sentinel Island
Late in 2018, an American Christian missionary lost his life on North Sentinel Island. Before that, in 2006, two Indian crab fishermen perished while illegally …
The History of Krakatoa: What Happened When the Volcano Erupted?
When it comes to historically notable volcanic eruptions, Krakatoa is one of the most well-known. This volcano’s eruption in 1883 was one of the most …