Allison Robertson articles

From its shady history and controversial conditions to its famous inmates and their harrowing efforts to escape, find out some of Alcatraz’s deepest, darkest secrets.

From carving names into historical monuments and deliberately knocking down statues to crashing into irreplaceable natural wonders, here’s 14 specific times dumb tourists actually ruined iconic landmarks—and the prices they paid for doing so.

Traditional Zulu beliefs consider twins a bad omen that bring misfortune to the family. To avoid the father’s perceived impending demise, his mother would quickly take her infant grandbabies aside and perform a secret and utterly heinous act—without the mother’s knowledge.

Disney has truly had some wild things going on over the years. From ride malfunctions and viral complaints to serious media controversy and accusations, some are funny, some are sad, and some are downright disturbing.

In 1947, a small plane carrying 11 people left Buenos Aires on a short trip to Santiago—but never made it. What makes this incident even more significant is that the aircraft nor the occupants were ever found—until 50 years later.

Sparta was considered a warrior society, and most of its citizens were trained as such. But a warrior society meant their freedoms had limits, and their expectations were grim. From torturous training exercises to disturbing marriage rituals, the Spartan empire was darker than you thought.

From Cambodia to Thailand, find out which countries rank the highest for affordability, and why.

Discover 12 of the world's most dangerous places to swim. These particularly beautiful bodies of water may provide a tranquil scene, but looks can be deceiving. From fatal rip currents and deadly wildlife to high levels of acid and toxic gasses, find out what makes these beautiful oases not so inviting after all.

Discover Blackfoot Nation, known as the most aggressive tribe in North America. From intriguing cultural traditions to unfathomable massacres, find out how they earned their reputation, and how they have spent centuries fighting for their right to live.