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The Story Of Pyramiden, The Abandoned Arctic Mining Town That Was Once The ‘Ideal Soviet Society’

For decades, the town of Pyramiden on the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard was considered a model of Soviet society — until a tragic accident prompted its residents to abandon this former utopia, leaving it frozen in time.

By Amber Breese • May 29, 2024

The Story Of Pyramiden, The Abandoned Arctic Mining Town That Was Once The ‘Ideal Soviet Society’

For decades, the town of Pyramiden on the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard was considered a model of Soviet society — until a tragic accident prompted its residents to abandon this former utopia, leaving it frozen in time.

By Amber Breese • May 29, 2024

Titanic Facts That Reveal The Full Story Of The Doomed Ocean Liner

On April 15, 1912, the RMS Titanic sank into the North Atlantic after striking an iceberg. These facts capture the magnitude of history's most infamous maritime disaster.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 29, 2024

Titanic Facts That Reveal The Full Story Of The Doomed Ocean Liner

On April 15, 1912, the RMS Titanic sank into the North Atlantic after striking an iceberg. These facts capture the magnitude of history's most infamous maritime disaster.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 29, 2024

44 Autochrome Images Of World War I That Bring The Great War To Life

Captured by Albert Kahn's fearless photography team, these early color photos of World War I help reveal the human side of the conflict.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 27, 2024

44 Autochrome Images Of World War I That Bring The Great War To Life

Captured by Albert Kahn's fearless photography team, these early color photos of World War I help reveal the human side of the conflict.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 27, 2024

The Death Of John Denver And The Plane Crash Behind It

After losing control of the experimental aircraft he was piloting, John Denver died when his plane crashed into Monterey Bay on October 12, 1997.

By William DeLong • May 27, 2024

The Death Of John Denver And The Plane Crash Behind It

After losing control of the experimental aircraft he was piloting, John Denver died when his plane crashed into Monterey Bay on October 12, 1997.

By William DeLong • May 27, 2024

Mystery Behind Why The Easter Island Statues Were Built May Finally Be Solved

A high concentration of the 900 statues are located on the coast of the remote island and researchers have always wondered why they were constructed – until now.

By Caroline Redmond • May 26, 2024

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Mystery Behind Why The Easter Island Statues Were Built May Finally Be Solved

A high concentration of the 900 statues are located on the coast of the remote island and researchers have always wondered why they were constructed – until now.

By Caroline Redmond • May 26, 2024

The Inspiring Life Of Paul Alexander, The Man Who Lived In An Iron Lung For Nearly 72 Years

Before his death in March 2024 at the age of 78, Paul Alexander earned a law degree, wrote a memoir, and rose to fame on social media — all while using an iron lung to breathe.

By Erin Kelly • May 26, 2024

The Inspiring Life Of Paul Alexander, The Man Who Lived In An Iron Lung For Nearly 72 Years

Before his death in March 2024 at the age of 78, Paul Alexander earned a law degree, wrote a memoir, and rose to fame on social media — all while using an iron lung to breathe.

By Erin Kelly • May 26, 2024

Jennifer Pan Seemed Like The Perfect Daughter — Until She Hired Hitmen To Kill Her Parents

After years of struggling under the strict rule of her "tiger parents," 24-year-old Jennifer Pan finally snapped in 2010 — and hired hitmen to kill them.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 26, 2024

Jennifer Pan Seemed Like The Perfect Daughter — Until She Hired Hitmen To Kill Her Parents

After years of struggling under the strict rule of her "tiger parents," 24-year-old Jennifer Pan finally snapped in 2010 — and hired hitmen to kill them.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 26, 2024

From Apollo 13 To Braveheart, Discover 55 Of The Best Historical Movies

Take a trip into the past with these incredible historical movies, from wartime epics to period romances to biopics.

By Gabe Paoletti • May 26, 2024

From Apollo 13 To Braveheart, Discover 55 Of The Best Historical Movies

Take a trip into the past with these incredible historical movies, from wartime epics to period romances to biopics.

By Gabe Paoletti • May 26, 2024

The Hanging Gardens Of Babylon: Was This Ancient Wonder Real?

With no archaeological evidence ever found, scholars have long debated where the Hanging Gardens of Babylon were located — or if they were even real.

By William DeLong • May 25, 2024

The Hanging Gardens Of Babylon: Was This Ancient Wonder Real?

With no archaeological evidence ever found, scholars have long debated where the Hanging Gardens of Babylon were located — or if they were even real.

By William DeLong • May 25, 2024

An Iron Age Chariot With Horse And Rider In Tow Was Discovered In England

While the practice of burying chariots may not have been unusual for the time period, finding horses and a driver included in the burial is.

By Bernadette Deron • May 25, 2024

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An Iron Age Chariot With Horse And Rider In Tow Was Discovered In England

While the practice of burying chariots may not have been unusual for the time period, finding horses and a driver included in the burial is.

By Bernadette Deron • May 25, 2024

Inside The Alien World Of Challenger Deep, The Deepest Point In The Entire Ocean

Challenger Deep lies 35,876 feet beneath the surface of the Pacific Ocean within the Mariana Trench, and the explorers who have ventured into its depths have spotted otherworldly landscapes, bizarre sea creatures, and even human trash.

By All That's Interesting • May 25, 2024

Inside The Alien World Of Challenger Deep, The Deepest Point In The Entire Ocean

Challenger Deep lies 35,876 feet beneath the surface of the Pacific Ocean within the Mariana Trench, and the explorers who have ventured into its depths have spotted otherworldly landscapes, bizarre sea creatures, and even human trash.

By All That's Interesting • May 25, 2024