Alexander Hamilton's Family Tree Explained
While once a relatively obscure historical figure to most, Alexander Hamilton has found a resurgence in notoriety because of the musical bearing his name
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Stories By Kirstie Bingham
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Inside Betty White's Relationship With Lucille Ball
With the death of beloved actress Betty White, a Hollywood era has come to an end. Let's take a look at White's relationship with Lucille Ball.
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The Moana Theory That Changes Everything About The Movie
Most people would say that Disney's blockbuster film "Moana" was a tale of a plucky young girl's journey to save her people. It's an uplifting, heartfelt tale.
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This Colorized Photo Will Change How You Look At Helen Keller
Most photos of Helen Keller are in black and white, but this colorized photo will change how you look at her.
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The Tragic Story Of The 1957 Rikers Island Airplane Crash
It was a cold, snowy, blustery evening when Northwest Airlines flight 823 took off on February 1, 1957, from La Guardia Airport in New York after a long delay.
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The Most Unbelievable And Valuable Things People Have Found In Attics
Most people dream of finding a hidden treasure, but many think of it in terms of "The Goonies," a pirate's chests of gold, and "X marks the spot."
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Here's Why Henrietta Lacks' Family Is Suing A Pharmaceutical Company
When Henrietta Lacks was diagnosed with cervical cancer at Johns Hopkins Hospital, little did she know she would be changing the future of medical science.
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What John Hinckley Jr.'s Life Was Like Inside A Psychiatric Hospital
Amid a sea of reporters, would-be assassin John Hinckley Jr. shot President Ronald Reagan in the lung, just missing his heart, seriously wounding three others
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What Was Willard Scott's Net Worth When He Died?
NBC News announced today that veteran weatherman and beloved television icon Willard Scott has died at the age of 87. How much was he worth when he died?
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The Devastating Death Of Willard Scott
The world is saying a sad farewell to legendary weatherman and "Today Show" icon Willard Scott, who died today at the age of 87.
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The Reason Bob Ross' Cabin Paintings Never Had Chimneys
Bob Ross' classic show "The Joy of Painting" introduced generations of viewers worldwide to his "happy little trees" and fluffy clouds.
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The Untold Story Of The First RVs
There's something completely American about RV camping. Trailering or driving. It allow us to explore great campgrounds, national parks, and the whole U.S.
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Here's How Equestrian Horses Really Get To The Olympics
Horses are actually transported to international competition events like the Olympics in a special way.
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The Weird Truth About Earthquake Lightning
We all are familiar with earthquakes. The ground shakes. Windows rattle. But many would be surprised to learn that earthquakes can also cause lightning.
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Here's What The 2020 Olympic Medals Are Actually Made Of
The medals in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics have a special twist to them.
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Charlton Heston: Things You Don't Remember About The Legend
Charlton Heston, known for his chiseled features and epic roles, gathered a wide range of fans -- and detractors -- but there was nothing simple about him.
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What Was Donald Rumsfeld's Net Worth When He Died?
Donald Rumsfeld, who served as secretary of Defense for two presidents, has died at the age of 88. Here's his net worth at the time of his death.
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Everything You Never Knew About Dancing Lemurs
Called "dancing lemurs" because of their unique sideways hopping gait, Beatrice and Elliott are the beginnings of a conservation breeding program in England.
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The Strangest Things People Have Left Behind In Ubers
We've all left something behind in a ride share (or worry we will). Fortunately, Uber keeps track of lost items for our amusement (or maybe as a warning).
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The Surprising Thing The Zodiac Killer Once Sent Police
The Zodiac Killer was not only known for his brutal and random murders, but also for the tantalizing handwritten letters he sent to a number of news outlets.
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Everything You Never Knew About The Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The 112-year-old Indianapolis Motor Speedway annually holds what is arguably the most well known car race in the country, the Indy 500.
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Here's Where We Got The Word 'Genocide'
While mass killings based on religious, social, or ethnic basis have happened throughout history, there wasn't actually a word for 'genocide; until 1944.
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American Pickers Star Frank's Weight Loss Finally Explained
When Season 9 of "American Pickers" debuted, a lot of viewers were surprised — and even concerned — at co-star Frank Fritz's apparently significant weight loss.
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The Untold Truth Of The US Public Health Service
Besides the six branches of our military, there is a unit of commissioned officers dedicated to public health: the United States Public Health Service (USPHS).
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The Weird Truth About Zombie Fires
There are zombie fires burning in Siberia, and it has experts alarmed. Here's why.
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The Untold Truth About The Lincoln Highway
Most Americans are familiar with our interstate highway system, but most don't know there was a transcontinental highway before it: the Lincoln Highway.
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What Was Olympia Dukakis' Net Worth When She Died?
Olympia Dukakis leaves behind an extensive body of work and significant offscreen accomplishments, as well as a substantial amount of money in the bank.
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