They’ve passed through countless hands, slipped into meters, stacked on counters, and flipped to make choices—but have you ever really examined a quarter? Run your thumb along its edge? Those tiny ridges, called “reeds,” aren’t decorative—they’re centuries-old security technology. In the 17th century, coin clipping was rampant. Thieves shaved small amounts of silver from coin…
Originally reported in January 2018, Michelle Obama and her daughter Malia were spotted enjoying a relaxing weekend on Miami Beach. The former First Lady and her eldest daughter appeared carefree and happy as they walked along the beach, joined by friends and accompanied by Secret Service agents. Michelle Obama, then 53, wore a white bikini…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an often misunderstood mental health condition, affecting about 1 in 40 adults and about 1 in 100 kids and teens. Unfortunately, many people suffer for years before receiving the proper diagnosis, often due to the misconceptions surrounding the disorder. In fact, when my parents first sought help for me, I was nearly…
Sometimes, truth really is stranger—and scarier—than fiction. From bone-chilling encounters to weird coincidences that feel like they came straight out of a horror movie, these stories aren’t made up. They’re the kind of true events that stick with you, that you think about when the lights go out or when you’re walking alone at night….
He won one of the largest medical malpractice settlements in history — but his family says no amount of money can undo the damage. The father of a man who developed locked-in syndrome after visiting a chiropractor has spoken out about what life is really like for his son today. Nearly a decade later, he…
A family vacation aboard the Disney Dream cruise ship took a horrifying turn when a five-year-old girl fell overboard during what was meant to be a simple photo. Newly released details have shed light on the tragic moment a young girl fell into the ocean from a Disney cruise ship, turning a joyful family vacation…
A strange and mesmerizing marine worm has recently gone viral online, and once you see it, you’ll understand why. This bizarre creature, known as Eulagisca gigantea, looks like it belongs in a sci-fi horror movie rather than the icy waters of Antarctica. With its shimmering golden bristles and gaping, tooth-lined mouth, it could easily be…
A wave of worry swept through social media after videos circulated showing a former child actor reportedly struggling with homelessness in Los Angeles. Fans and followers expressed heartbreak and disbelief, recognizing the familiar face from a popular early-2000s Nickelodeon sitcom. Clips showed him sitting on the streets, prompting viewers to share the footage widely and…
Tropical Disturbance to Track! In this video, the Tropical Disturbance headed to the Caribbean. The chance it tries to develop, and the second area that may develop near Belize and Jamaica! Plus, the higher chance of Flooding in Trinidad and Tobago, Grenada, Puerto Rico, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Panama!
On a summer evening in July 2023, 17-year-old Kiea McCann and 16-year-old Dlava Mohamed were on their way to their school formal, dressed in beautiful gowns and full of excitement. They never made it. The girls were passengers in a car driven by 61-year-old family friend Anthony McGinn. Also in the vehicle were Dlava’s older sister, Avin, and 18-year-old Oisin Clerkin. According…