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LIFESTYLE January 10, 2024

On this day in history, January 10, 1776, Thomas Paine publishes 'Common Sense,' explosive call to rebellion

Thomas Paine published "Common Sense" on this day in history, Jan. 10, 1776. He savaged monarchies, inspired the colonies to rebellion and sold the equivalent of 66 million copies today.

CRIME January 9, 2024

Gypsy Rose Blanchard tells all: Top revelations in new book about plot to help kill mother

Gypsy Rose Blanchard tells all in her new e-book, "Released: Conversations on the Eve of Freedom." Read some of the most shocking revelations in her memoir.

True Crime January 3, 2024

6 chilling nonfiction crime books that provide shocking accounts of true stories

True-crime books provide accounts of terrifying stories. Many of the books in this guide provide firsthand accounts of famous cases.

DRINKS December 31, 2023

The James Bond martini: Recreate the classic drink ordered by 007

James Bond orders many drinks, but perhaps the most famous is a martini. The recipe for Bond's drink was shared in Ian Fleming's 1953 book and in the movie version of the story.

True Crime December 31, 2023

Former FBI agent recalls the one serial killer who left her ‘shaken’: ‘He just didn’t seem human’

Former FBI agent Jana Monroe wrote about her studies of infamous serial killers Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, Edmund Kemper and more in her memoir "Hearts of Darkness."

Movies December 29, 2023

'Harry Potter' actor slams his performance: 'I think my work is mediocre'

Gary Oldman appeared in the "Harry Potter" film franchise as Sirius Black, but looking back on his performance, he believes he could have done better.

LIFESTYLE December 28, 2023

Café where J.K. Rowling wrote 'Harry Potter' series to reopen nearly 3 years after devastating fire

A café in Scotland where J.K. Rowling wrote some of her "Harry Potter" book series is set to reopen in 2024 after sitting stale for three years due to a fire that burned through it.

Books December 27, 2023

Clerk in Murdaugh murder trial accused of plagiarism by co-author, sales of book halted

Sales have halted on the Alex Murdaugh murder trial book due to plagiarism allegations aimed at co-author Becky Hill from her other co-author Neil Gordon.

LIFESTYLE December 23, 2023

Viral post explains the 'real' story behind Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

The backstory of the holiday classic, "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" by Robert May, has gone viral after a social media user revealed its heartbreaking inspiration.

LIFESTYLE December 22, 2023

Navy SEAL wives battle woke public library in war on Christmas: 'Fight for our kids, our religious liberty'

Parents in Coronado, California, including the wives of Navy SEALs, are fighting the war on Christmas after the local library refused their attempts to host family-friendly story hours.

Exclusive December 21, 2023

Joaquin Phoenix's 'Napoleon' film an 'absolute catastrophe,' says former French president's son

Louis Sarkozy, son of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, has written a book, “Napoleon’s Library," about the French emperor's love for the written word.