Berlin, Germany – January 15 marks the anniversary of several major events throughout history. From the arrest and execution of German Communist leaders Rosa Luxemburg and Karl Liebknecht in 1919 to the induction of musician Johnny Cash into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991, this day has seen its fair share of … Read more
CHARLESTON, WV — “The Night of the Hunter,” a 1950s film directed by Charles Laughton, was shot and set in West Virginia, based on a novel by Moundsville native Davis Grubb that drew inspiration from a serial killer in the area. The film, released in 1955, is an adaptation of the 1953 novel “The Night … Read more
Los Angeles, California – In the early 1980s, a series of mysterious deaths among the Hmong community in America caught the attention of filmmaker Wes Craven. These deaths, known as SUNDS (Sudden Unexpected Nocturnal Death Syndrome), inspired Craven to write the script for what would become the iconic horror movie “A Nightmare on Elm Street.” … Read more
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — An investigation into a fatal tanker truck crash in central Illinois has revealed that the incident may have been triggered by another vehicle attempting to pass the chemical-laden truck, a federal transportation official disclosed on Sunday. The crash, which claimed the lives of five people, occurred when the tanker truck, carrying … Read more
In Los Angeles, California, horror movie fans may find themselves questioning the authenticity behind the chilling thrills of their favorite films. The terror of a horror movie becomes much more chilling when it is inspired by real events. Whether it is the United States or abroad, the line between fact and fiction becomes blurred, creating … Read more
Los Angeles, CA – Last year brought a whirlwind of events that left an indelible mark on the world. From extreme climate conditions to political upheaval, 2023 was a year of unprecedented changes. The year was dominated by record-breaking heatwaves and the spread of smoke from wildfires in Canada, impacting areas across the United States. … Read more