When Steve Jobs cold-called Hewlett-Packard's co-founder to request some spare electronic parts, he got what he asked for — and a job.

Since 2006, archaeological discoveries have stalled the construction of Metro C, a new metro line in Rome. Among these discoveries are the Aurelian Walls, and Emperor Hadrian's "Athenaeum," an ancient, covered amphitheater.

golden ring from the Roman era found in England

Legendary paparazzo Ron Galella was assaulted by film stars and sued by Jackie Onassis. Two new books reveal the stories behind his candid snaps.

The Friendship Bench is a program that lends a listening ear to those in need by offering what's called peer to peer mental health conversations.

American actress, screenwriter and novelist

"Heroes" is the 12th studio album by English musician David Bowie, released on 14 October 1977 by RCA Records. After releasing Low earlier that year, Bowie toured as the keyboardist of his friend and singer Iggy Pop. At the conclusion of the tour, they recorded…

From the 1920s until the 1950s, prior to the introduction of penicillin, malaria-induced fevers were used as a treatment for neurosyphilis—the spiking fevers associated with malaria killed the bacteria that caused the syphilitic infection.

When thunderstorms form in wintry conditions they can sometimes give rise to heavy downpours of snow which are often called 'thundersnow'.

The 1884 Toledo Blue Stockings finished with a 45–58 record, eighth place in the American Association. This was the only season the team was in a major league.

40th president of the United States and actor

1902 volcanic eruption of Mount Pelée that destroyed the town of Saint Pierre

While drugs are thought to have contributed to the death of Elvis Presley at age 42 in August 1977, the coroner's report indicated cardiac arrhythmia.

Bob Marley’s near death experience

American politician (1915-2005)

Sports is full of incredible and creative nicknames. David "Big Papi" Ortiz is revered in Boston Red Sox fans' hearts. Detroit Lions fans called Calvin Johnson "Megatron" for his freakish build and athletic abilities. From Kobe Bryant's "Black Mamba" moniker…

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This article was originally published on The Country.  “One teaspoon of soil contains more living organisms than there are people in the world. Without this “biological diversity” there would be no terrestrial life on earth. In addition to providing habitat…

magazine published by an activist group of the same name who denied the existence of HIV/AIDS

Arnold Schwarzenegger – English & German Arnie fact no. 1: He wanted to dub his own voice for German versions of the Terminator films, but the film studio thought his...