Tag: death
Ancient Florida Burial Site Reveals a Past Older Than the Pyramids
Explore the Windover Archaeological Site in Florida, an 8,000-year-old burial ground and its connection to Seminole heritage and preservation.
The Ancient Mystery of the Himalayan ‘Skeleton Lake’
In 1942, an Indian forest ranger discovered a remote lake, high in the Himalayas, with something strange visible in its clear water. The lake was full of human skeletons.
The Donora Death Fog of 1948: America’s Deadliest Air Disaster
Explore the 1948 Donora, Pennsylvania smog disaster—how a deadly “death fog” killed 20 people, sickened thousands, and mirrored Europe’s earlier Meuse Valley tragedy.
The 1930 Meuse Valley Fog Disaster: Europe’s Deadly Killer Smog
Explore the 1930 killer fog in Belgium’s Meuse Valley—one of Europe’s deadliest air pollution disasters—and what caused the tragic smog event.
Diana Princess Of Wales Memorial
Diana was laid to rest on a small secluded tree-covered island at the Althorp Estate known as Oval Lake Grave. Althorp has been home to the spencer family for more than 500 years. Thirty six oak trees were planted near the oval lake in honor of Princess D...
The Poltergeist Curse: Tragedy, Timeline, and the Real Skeleton Rumor
Explore the chilling “Poltergeist Curse,” the tragic deaths of cast members, the film release timeline, and the truth about real skeletons used in the pool scene.
Jennifer Hudson sings 'A Change Is Gonna Come' at Rev. Jesse Jackson funeral in Chicago
Jennifer Hudson delivers a powerful rendition of “A Change Is Gonna Come” at Rev. Jesse Jackson’s funeral in Chicago, honoring the civil rights icon’s enduring legacy.
Hades, the Most Feared God of Greek Mythology I
Hades is one of the most feared gods of Greek mythology, yet also one of the least understood.
19th-Century Shipwreck Discovered in Lake Michigan After 150 Years
A long-lost 1800s steamship has been discovered at the bottom of Lake Michigan, ending a decades-long search and revealing a preserved piece of Great Lakes history.
African American Burial Ground and Remembering Project: Honoring Hidden Histories
Discover how the African American Burial Ground and Remembering Project is restoring lost cemeteries and preserving Black heritage across Florida.
Shrunken Heads: Real History, Ritual Meaning, and Fakes
Discover the true story behind shrunken heads—Indigenous ceremonial traditions, colonial exploitation, and the black-market replicas made for profit.
Grief-Stricken Widow Was Living at Husband’s Grave, Until Helped Arrived
When a 55-year-old woman lost her job and got evicted, she took up residence at the only place she felt she owned, her husband's grave. Then, an "angel" came to her rescue. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
Why Were The Victorians Obsessed With Death?
Explore the Victorian obsession with death and the resulting spiritual panic - the Age of Doubt. With scientific discoveries like Darwin’s evolution theory shaking the foundations of belief in the afterlife, Victorians sought answers in the macabre.
Why Are Military ID Tags Called 'Dog' Tags?
Ever wondered why those iconic military ID plates are called “dog tags”?
“To Die For”: Beloved Recipes Etched in Stone
When archivist Rosie Grant launched a TikTok channel, GhostlyArchive, as a testament to gravestones, she discovered a niche form of memorial: cemetery markers that bear beloved recipes of the dearly departed. She talks with Conor Knighton about her cookbo...
