On May 30, 1431, Joan of Arc—one of the most iconic figures in French history—was captured by the Burgundians, allies of the English, and handed over to English authorities. She was placed before a church court and, at just 19 years old, executed by burning on fabricated charges of heresy. Her death stands as a…
They saw his ex on the street with three kids who looked just like him, and he almost walked away. What he discovered when he told her to get in the car changed all of their lives forever. The wind in downtown Chicago had a special kind of cruelty in December. It didn’t simply blow—it…
Some of the most tempting foods in the world also carry serious risks. Hidden within certain plants and seafood are natural toxins capable of causing paralysis—or even death—if they aren’t handled correctly. One of the most striking examples is cassava, a crop widely eaten across South America and other tropical regions, where it serves as…
I wasn’t planning on stopping that day. I was just walking along the edge of the lake, like I usually do in winter, checking the ice and enjoying the quiet. Everything looked solid at first glance. The lake was frozen over, calm, almost peaceful. Then I heard something that didn’t belong. At first, I thought…
Christmas is almost here, and if you’re still searching for the perfect gifts, you’re not alone. Shopping lists can feel overwhelming, especially when time is running out. The good news? You don’t need hundreds of options to find something meaningful. Here are 10 gift ideas that are practical, popular, and easy to find—even at the…
The man believed to be responsible for a deadly mass shooting at Brown University and the subsequent killing of a Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) professor has been found dead from an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities announced Thursday evening. Law enforcement located 48-year-old Claudio Manuel Neves Valente inside a storage unit in Salem, New…
With only a few humble ingredients, you can capture the essence of a season and seal it into something that offers comfort long after the fruit has disappeared from the market. Jam Mazah, also known as Mazaah Confitor, carries this timeless appeal. It’s a recipe rooted in simplicity—no specialized tools, no complicated steps—just good fruit,…
In hip-hop, fame and fortune often come fast — but for some, the cost is devastating. For these four rap figures, success was followed by criminal consequences that permanently altered their lives. Once celebrated and seemingly untouchable, they now face futures behind bars, with no path back to freedom. No. 4: R. Kelly Once hailed…
Elon Musk — the billionaire behind Tesla, SpaceX, and the social platform X, and a former ally of President Donald Trump — has already contributed large sums of money to support Republican efforts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, with more financial backing expected. Given Musk’s extraordinary wealth, the development is significant. With an estimated…
At an exclusive black-tie gala in Los Angeles, attended by studio executives, tech billionaires, and Hollywood’s elite, Streisand stepped onstage to accept the Lifetime Humanitarian Award. Many expected a graceful, rehearsed speech from the legendary EGOT winner. That’s not what they got. Instead of industry thank-yous or reflections on her career, Streisand spoke plainly —…