Since the era of "silent films," moving pictures are an important part of worldwide culture. How did movies get their start? What are the stories behind the movies? Enjoy hundreds of stories in this Collection.
During the "Perfect Storm," the Andrea Gail and her six-member crew disappear without a trace.
George Mallory and Andrew Irvine disappear in 1924 while attempting to become the first to summit Mt. Everest.
Jean Chastel finally kills and buries The Beast of Gevaudan; the legend may live on in "Little Red Riding Hood" and other fairy tales.
Before it issued the flyer, PG&E met with the people of Hinkley on April 25, 1988. During the meeting, defendant (PG&E) told citize...
PG&E tells residents of Hinkley that their "groundwater is good and suitable for drinking" even though it contains unsafe levels of cancer-causing che...
Learn the stories of humans diving into the depths of the sea that have been told for thousands of years.
Edward decimates Scottish forces and morale at Falkirk in July, 1298.
Edward decimates Scottish forces and morale at Falkirk in July, 1298.
Saladin captures King Guy but spares his life; he executes almost everyone else.
Losing hope, many Britons flee the country; others yield to Anglo-Saxons and become their slaves.
Reforms are set into motion to make Ireland independent.
John Nash begins hearing voices in his head and seeks help at McLean Hospital.
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