Serial criminal Joseph Bolitho Johns is known more for his impressive—and persistent—prison escapes than his crimes. Born in England in 1826, Joseph grew up to …

Seven hours of carrying out any strenuous activity is a task in itself. To imagine two people engaging in a boxing match for over seven …

Survival stories are intriguing; we enjoy learning about the adversity and perils our fellow men and women have encountered and survived.  From people surviving plane …

There are many things we can go through life without ever experiencing. Some people go their entire lives without ever traveling on a plane or …

In the vast tapestry of human history, there exist moments so profound and haunting that they are forever etched in our collective memory. These moments, …

On March 11, 2011, a 9.1-magnitude earthquake shook the island of Honshu in Japan. To put that into perspective, anything greater than an eight on …

In the realm of photography, certain images stand out not for their beauty or artistic composition, but for the profound historical significance they carry. Among …

There’s something profoundly moving about looking at the last known photographs of individuals who have left an indelible mark on history. Each picture tells a …

How far apart are Russia and America? Most people assume that the two countries are separated by the Bering Strait that runs between Alaska and …

It is not uncommon nowadays to see people with some rather unusual or exotic pets. We have all heard stories about people keeping lions, tigers, …