5 Unexpected Items The TSA Banned From Carry-On Baggage
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created after the September 11 attacks to prevent dangerous items from being taken aboard planes.
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Here's Why Caskets Are Locked Before A Body Is Buried
You've probably heard of the practice of locking caskets before a body is buried, and you might wonder why we do this. What's there to be worried about?
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Here's What Happens When Someone's Citizenship Is Revoked In The United States
You might have wondered what follows after someone's citizenship is revoked in the United States. It's a rare occurrence, but it does happen.
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The Real Reason Amish Women Pull Their Teeth
You might have heard that Amish women pull their teeth, and maybe you've even seen the results of the practice. And there are a few reasons why they do it.
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How Often Have Presidents Defied Court Orders?
Defying a court order is nothing to take lightly. But over the years, even some United States presidents have done so, albeit for different reasons.
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The Worst Trade War In US History
Donald Trump made waves in 2025 with a trade war that dumbfounded many, but there's still one that remains the worst in United States history.
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Why The Insurrection Act Was Last Used For The 1992 LA Riots
The Insurrection Act was last used for the 1992 LA riots that broke out after the four police officers who brutally beat Rodney King were acquitted.
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The Bizarre Way The Phrase 'Heil Hitler' Saved Millions Of Lives In WWII
"Heil Hitler" was the defining slogan of the Nazi Party amid its rise to power and horrific war crimes. But it also helped save lives amid the conflict.
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The Resolution That Would Allow Donald Trump A Third Term, But Not Every President
Congressman Andy Ogles proposed a resolution that would allow Donald Trump a third term, but the language is so specific it doesn't apply to future presidents.
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The Common Body Feature That May Increase Your Chances Of Getting Flagged By TSA
The next time you're catching a flight, keep in mind that there's one common body feature that may increase your chances of getting flagged by the TSA.
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The Bizarre Thing That's Illegal For Performers To Do In Miami, Florida
There are plenty of bizarre American laws, and in Miami, Florida, there's one in particular that prohibits performers from doing something you wouldn't expect.
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What The Final Year Of MLK Jr.'s Life Was Like
The impact of Martin Luther King Jr. on the history of the United States and the world beyond is undeniable, but the final year of his life was not easy.
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The Hidden Truth About The Most Inbred Family In The United States
Inbreeding isn't as common as it used to be, but it still exists in some parts of the world, and even in the United States. And one family is the most inbred.
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The Tragedy Of JFK Explained
America's Camelot was steeped in glamour and tragedy. The death of John F. Kennedy sent a nation reeling, but his assassination was just part of the story.
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The One Thing That's Illegal To Do With The National Anthem In Massachusetts
The next time you're in Massachusetts, you might want to be careful how what you do with the national anthem - or you could be hit with a fine.
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The Unexpected Law Rhode Island Has For Professional Sports Games
Some laws that are still on the books don't make much sense today. One such law is Rhode Island's specific ban against certain professional sports games.
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The 5 Most Painful Ways To Die In The Wild West
The Wild West took place from 1865 and 1900 in the United States, and it was a different time, to say the least. There were also plenty of painful ways to die.
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US Presidents Who Made Huge Changes During Their Administrations
As head of the entire federal branch, the U.S. president wields immense power, and some have used it to make huge changes during their administrations.
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Archeologists Uncovered Revolutionary War Barracks That A British General Tried To Destroy
In 2023, while preparing a site for new construction, archeologists uncovered Revolutionary War barracks that a British general tried to destroy in Virginia.
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The Unexpected Thing That's Illegal To Do In Kentucky Churches
There's an interesting piece of Kentucky history that involves religion and poison, and it ties into an unexpected thing that's illegal to do in its churches.
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Why JFK's Assassination Was Worse Than You Thought
The assassination of President John F. Kennedy was one of the most tragic events in U.S. history, but some of the details are even worse than many people know.
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What Aviation Experts Really Think Caused The 2025 DC Plane Crash
Aviation experts are weighing in on what caused American Airlines flight 5342 to crash with a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter, killing 67 people.
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The Biggest Questions About The 2025 DC Plane Crash
In January 2025, American Airlines Flight 5342 collided with a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter above the Potomac River in Washington, D.C, killing 67 people.
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Lies People Believe About Typhoid Mary
Typhoid Mary is known to many as the woman who spread Typhoid fever back in early-20th century New York. But many details of her tale aren't true.
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Why Martin Luther King Jr. Almost Cut The Most Famous Part Of His I Have A Dream Speech
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have A Dream" speech at the March on Washington, but the famous line almost didn't make it in.
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The Gross Behavior That's Actually Illegal In Indiana
The state of Indiana has a law against a pretty gross behavior that might make you rethink a lot about people.
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Is This Bizarre Ice Cream Law In Georgia Actually Real?
Like many states, Georgia has some laws that sound pretty bizarre, including one that allegedly bars anyone from doing a particular thing with ice cream.
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