S. Flannagan

1 day ago | islands.com | S. Flannagan

Charleston, South Carolina, is a quaint harbor city known for its gorgeous waterfront and picturesque architecture. The area combines a bohemian European vibe with Southern charm and, as such, has understandably become a major draw for tourists looking for a fun and memorable getaway. Thanks to this charm, Charleston is an ideal couple's destination. While the architecture certainly sets the tone, arguably the most romantic aspect of the city is its green spaces.

3 days ago | grunge.com | S. Flannagan

The story of Aileen Wuornos, a serial killer who murdered seven men in 1989 and 1990, is deeply disturbing. The Michigan native had a brutal childhood characterized by sexual abuse, neglect, and alcohol use. Wuornos wound up involved in sex work and theft at a young age, and she was jailed for armed robbery at the age of 24. She began killing a decade later.

3 days ago | grunge.com | S. Flannagan

The brutal murder of the actress Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman took place on the night of June 12, 1994. It was a bloody double stabbing that took place on the grounds of Nicole's home, and which led to the sensational trial of the former's husband, the sports and movie star O.J. Simpson. The details of the case, and of Simpson's apparent guilt despite his being acquitted in a criminal trial, have remained a subject of heated discussion in the three decades since it happened.

3 days ago | islands.com | S. Flannagan

Las Vegas, Nevada, has been mythologized as a gambling and entertainment wonderland since the early 20th century, when it built on the local liberal gambling laws, as well as the influence of the Mafia, to become one of America's hedonism hotspots. The 1950s saw the city attain a long-held veneer of glamor, thanks to classy entertainers such as Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack, who set the scene for Vegas to become a draw for major acts.

3 days ago | grunge.com | S. Flannagan

The Catholic Church typically elects a new Pope from among its cardinals based on the illustriousness of their careers and their professional standing, meaning that candidates are typically of advanced age as they come close to securing the most powerful position in the Christian world. Indeed, it has been more than half a millennium since the Vatican elected a Pope under the age of 50. Pope Francis was elected to the papacy in 2013 when he was 76.