Superstitions are often dismissed as silly or strange, but many have surprising roots in real-life events. Behind some of the most well-known beliefs are historical facts, cultural fears, or tragic incidents that shaped how people see the world. These stories show there's more truth to some old sayings than we might think.
Sometimes, the people who know best are the ones nobody listens to — until it's too late.
We all expect drama in movies and scripted shows, but nothing hits harder than a shocking moment broadcast live and unfiltered. Over the years, live TV has captured raw, unexpected events that left viewers stunned and sometimes scarred. Whether it was a national tragedy or a jaw-dropping accident, these broadcasts became unforgettable pieces of real-time history.