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How An Ex-Cop Named Joseph DeAngelo Got Away With Being The Golden State Killer For Decades

From 1974 to 1986, the Golden State Killer was a serial killer and rapist who terrorized residents across California — and Joseph James DeAngelo almost got away with it all.

By Marco Margaritoff May 25, 2024

How An Ex-Cop Named Joseph DeAngelo Got Away With Being The Golden State Killer For Decades

From 1974 to 1986, the Golden State Killer was a serial killer and rapist who terrorized residents across California — and Joseph James DeAngelo almost got away with it all.

By Marco Margaritoff May 25, 2024

Inside The Tragic Death Of Arabella Kennedy, John And Jackie Kennedy’s Firstborn Daughter

On August 23, 1956, Jackie Kennedy gave birth to her first child with John F. Kennedy, a stillborn daughter she would later call Arabella.

By Amber Breese May 25, 2024

Inside The Tragic Death Of Arabella Kennedy, John And Jackie Kennedy’s Firstborn Daughter

On August 23, 1956, Jackie Kennedy gave birth to her first child with John F. Kennedy, a stillborn daughter she would later call Arabella.

By Amber Breese May 25, 2024

Jeffrey Dahmer Killed 17 Young Men And Boys — Then Defiled Their Corpses In Unspeakable Ways

Serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer murdered 17 victims in and around Milwaukee, Wisconsin between 1978 and 1991, then collected and cannibalized their remains.

By Kaleena Fraga May 25, 2024

Jeffrey Dahmer Killed 17 Young Men And Boys — Then Defiled Their Corpses In Unspeakable Ways

Serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer murdered 17 victims in and around Milwaukee, Wisconsin between 1978 and 1991, then collected and cannibalized their remains.

By Kaleena Fraga May 25, 2024

Inside The 15 Most Frightening Stories Of Ghost Ships From History

Over the centuries, numerous vessels have been found floating on the high seas without a crew — here are some of the most disturbing cases.

By Gabe Paoletti May 24, 2024

Inside The 15 Most Frightening Stories Of Ghost Ships From History

Over the centuries, numerous vessels have been found floating on the high seas without a crew — here are some of the most disturbing cases.

By Gabe Paoletti May 24, 2024

46 Enthralling Facts About The Presidents Of The United States

From George Washington's dentures to James Garfield's agonizing death, learn some captivating presidential facts that even some history buffs don't know.

By Gabe Paoletti May 24, 2024

46 Enthralling Facts About The Presidents Of The United States

From George Washington's dentures to James Garfield's agonizing death, learn some captivating presidential facts that even some history buffs don't know.

By Gabe Paoletti May 24, 2024

Joyce McKinney, Kirk Anderson, And The Salacious Manacled Mormon Case

Kirk Anderson said that Joyce McKinney tied him to a bed for three days and raped him repeatedly. She said that wasn't possible. What was the truth?

By Gina Dimuro May 23, 2024

Joyce McKinney, Kirk Anderson, And The Salacious Manacled Mormon Case

Kirk Anderson said that Joyce McKinney tied him to a bed for three days and raped him repeatedly. She said that wasn't possible. What was the truth?

By Gina Dimuro May 23, 2024

Where Is Cleopatra’s Tomb — And Is The Egyptian Queen Really Buried Inside?

After centuries of searching, researchers may finally be close to uncovering the final resting place of Mark Antony and Cleopatra near Alexandria more than 2,000 years after they died by suicide in 30 B.C.E.

By Leah Silverman May 23, 2024

Where Is Cleopatra’s Tomb — And Is The Egyptian Queen Really Buried Inside?

By Leah Silverman May 23, 2024

The Incredible Story Of Terry Fox, The Cancer Patient Who Ran 3,339 Miles Across Canada In A ‘Marathon Of Hope’

In 1980, Terry Fox ran the equivalent of almost 130 marathons in just 143 days to raise money for cancer research — despite the difficulties of running with a prosthetic leg.

By Genevieve Carlton May 22, 2024

The Incredible Story Of Terry Fox, The Cancer Patient Who Ran 3,339 Miles Across Canada In A ‘Marathon Of Hope’

In 1980, Terry Fox ran the equivalent of almost 130 marathons in just 143 days to raise money for cancer research — despite the difficulties of running with a prosthetic leg.

By Genevieve Carlton May 22, 2024

The Bloody Story Of Richard Kuklinski, The Alleged Mafia Killer Known As The ‘Iceman’

To his family and neighbors in suburban New Jersey, Richard Kuklinski was an all-American husband. To his victims, he was a terrifying murderer known as "The Iceman."

By Kara Goldfarb May 22, 2024

The Bloody Story Of Richard Kuklinski, The Alleged Mafia Killer Known As The ‘Iceman’

To his family and neighbors in suburban New Jersey, Richard Kuklinski was an all-American husband. To his victims, he was a terrifying murderer known as "The Iceman."

By Kara Goldfarb May 22, 2024

Is Bigfoot Real? What The Alleged Sightings And Evidence Say About This Legendary Cryptid’s Existence

Rumors about the Sasquatch have circulated for centuries, and while there has never been any conclusive evidence to prove that Bigfoot is real, a number of reputable scientists believe it’s possible.

By Austin Harvey May 21, 2024