8 Lesser-Known Facts About The Literary Darling
education and learning

8 Lesser-Known Facts About The Literary Darling

Eight little-known facts about the brilliant and troubled author of "The Bell Jar."

Published: Feb 24, 2026

The Soviet Chemist Who Investigated Chernobyl
entertainment and arts

The Soviet Chemist Who Investigated Chernobyl

Despite receiving worldwide praise for his candor in handling the disaster, he was nonetheless criticized and ostracized by his Soviet peers.

Published: Feb 24, 2026

Sharon Kinne, The Murderess Who's Been On The Run Since 1969
health and wellness

Sharon Kinne, The Murderess Who's Been On The Run Since 1969

She had an appetite for shopping, extramarital affairs, and murder.

Published: Feb 24, 2026

'Knockoff' Rembrandt Painting Turns Out To Be Authentic After All
science and technology

'Knockoff' Rembrandt Painting Turns Out To Be Authentic After All

The artwork has yet to be appraised — and it appears the museum has no intention to sell it — but Rembrandt pieces have sold for up to $33 million in the ...

Published: Feb 24, 2026

5 Popular Legends Inspired By Real-Life Horror Stories
society and culture

5 Popular Legends Inspired By Real-Life Horror Stories

Kid-friendly folklore brought to you by true stories of rape, torture, and murder.

Published: Feb 24, 2026

Hobby Lobby To Return Ancient Gilgamesh Dream Tablet To Iraq
health and wellness

Hobby Lobby To Return Ancient Gilgamesh Dream Tablet To Iraq

The Gilgamesh Dream Tablet is one of only 12 such clay tablets inscribed with the epic poem.

Published: Feb 24, 2026

7 Thomas Jefferson Facts That Reveal His Dark Side
health and wellness

7 Thomas Jefferson Facts That Reveal His Dark Side

His Monticello Estate had upwards of 140 slaves at any given time.

Published: Feb 24, 2026

Turns Out Mourners In Ancient Asia Liked To Get High At Funerals
science and technology

Turns Out Mourners In Ancient Asia Liked To Get High At Funerals

Archaeologists found traces of cannabis dating back 2,500 years at Jirzankal Cemetery in Central Asia — the earliest evidence of people smoking weed.

Published: Feb 24, 2026

How tall is Norah O'Donnell
business and economy

How tall is Norah O'Donnell

American journalist and TV presenter, who has hosted CBS show This Morning. Photo by PR Photos

Published: Feb 24, 2026

44 Heartbreaking Images Of Life After Emancipation
environment and sustainability

44 Heartbreaking Images Of Life After Emancipation

The 13th Amendment abolished slavery but contained a clause that Southern states deeply exploited. Newly freed slaves were far from free during Reconstruc...

Published: Feb 24, 2026

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