On This Day in 1962, NASA Launched and Destroyed Mariner 1
A software error coupled with a radar failure led to the loss of NASA's first Venus probe.
2023-09-12 00:50
A Forgotten George Gershwin Musical Just Made Its American Debut
The last time anybody saw a fully-orchestrated production of Gershwin's "Primrose," it was 1925.
2023-09-10 22:56
On This Day in 1958, NASA Was Created
Eisenhower signed the legislation largely in response to the USSR's various Sputnik satellites.
2023-09-10 20:18
How to Craft the Perfect Gag, According to Buster Keaton
It's all about perspective.
2023-09-10 19:24
10 Kind of Blue Facts About Miles Davis
Celebrating the legendary musician, who said he "changed music five or six times," was born on May 26, 1926.
2023-09-10 19:17
G20 laments war in Ukraine but avoids blaming Russia
Leaders meeting in Delhi issue an ambiguous statement on the conflict, drawing criticism from Kyiv.
2023-09-10 00:27
Thiess of Kaltenbrun, the Man Who Went on Trial for Being a Werewolf
Thiess strolled into court in 1691 to testify in a theft trial. He wound up admitting he turned into a wolf and feasted on pigs. You know, that old story.
2023-09-09 03:15
Thousand Island vs. Russian Dressing: What’s the Difference?
Russian dressing and Thousand Island dressing are two creamy sauces that are often confused for one another. So what’s the story?
2023-09-08 22:27
Hail ... Santa? 10 Songs That That May (Or May Not) Include Hidden Messages
The Beatles helped bring backmasking to the mainstream, but here are a few classic tracks that may (or may not) feature hidden messages, too.
2023-09-08 20:24
'Just respect for a master': Guillermo del Toro wants cinema release for William Friedkin's last film
Guillermo del Toro has called for the 'The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial' to be released in cinemas as a tribute to director William Friedkin - who passed away aged 87 last month.
2023-09-08 17:26
Patricia Arquette used Gonzo Girl to explore addiction and co-dependency
Patricia Arquette has used her directorial debut Gonzo Girl to explore the ‘nebulous nature of addiction and co-dependency’ in a fresh look at the story of writer Hunter S. Thompson
2023-09-08 15:16
5 Horror Icons That Should Get Added to Warzone in Halloween 2023
The 2023 Warzone Halloween event should feature horror icons, Michael Myers, Annabelle, Pinhead, Count Dracula, and Frankenstein's monster.
2023-09-08 05:22