Crime
Catch Me If You Can: The Real Story of Frank Abagnale, Jr.
Frank Abagnale Jr. is one of the most famous con artists in history. Some say he is the best, although…
The Tragic Story of NYC’s Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
It was the deadliest industrial disaster in the history of New York City. On March 25, 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist…
5 Notorious Copycat Killers In The 20Th Century
All cold-blood killings are reprehensible acts, and we continue to struggle to come to terms with these seemingly motiveless murders.…
20th Century’s 5 Most Significant Political Assassinations
Assassinations have toppled kings and kingdoms. With each assassination attempt, the smallest details tucked within each unfolding moment have played a…
This Day In History: Prince Charles & Lady Diana Announce They Are Engaged (1981)
On February 24, 1981, Prince Charles of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer appeared together while news about their wedding engagement…
Wicked Women: 6 Lesser-Known Female Serial Killers
Detailed statistics show that only 11.4% of serial killers around the world since 1900 have been female. This percentage has…
Today In History: The Bourgeois Democratic Revolution Began (1917)
A telegram describing revolutionary events that began on February 23rd 1917 was sent to the Tsar by Mikhail Rodzianko who…
This Day In History: Anti-Nazi Activist Sophie Scholl Is Executed (1943)
On this day in history, the now celebrated young German student, Sophie Scholl was executed. Scholl was a valued member…
1963’s Great Train Robbery was the Crime of the Century
The Great Train Robbery was dubbed ‘The Crime of the Century’ although, in reality, the perpetrators completely bungled the theft.…
This Day In History: Malcolm X Is Assassinated (1965)
On this day in 1965, human rights activist and Muslim leader Malcolm X was assassinated in New York City. He…