Messed Up Things That Happened During The Reformation
The Reformation was the split of the Western Church into Protestantism and Roman Catholicism. Lots of messed up things happened during this period.
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Gianni Versace: The Tragic Real-Life Story
Fashion mogul Gianni Versace's success didn't stop tragedy from infiltrating the five short decades of his life. This is his tragic real-life story.
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The Surprising Truth About Charlie Watts' Vintage Car Collection
Charlie Watts had, by far, the most impressive collection of cars in his garage (well, likely garages) of all the Stones — but his passion was a bit unexpected.
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The Bizarre True Story Of The Count Of Saint Germain
Some people went so far as to allege that the Count of Saint Germain was an occult mastermind who may have just uncovered the secret of eternal life.
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The Mythology Of Hermes Explained
The Greek god Hermes, known to the Romans as Mercury, is almost instantly recognizable. But what does mythology actually say about Hermes?
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The Mythology Of Athena Explained
As the goddess of both wisdom and war, Athena was one of the most important deities in ancient Greek mythology.
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The Mythology Of Hephaestus Explained
God of fire, of craft, and of the forge, Hephaestus crafted many important objects. But he was also kicked out of Olympus, and mocked by his fellow gods.
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The Most Dangerous Neighborhoods In The World
Pockets of violence persist everywhere, from Latin America to the United States. Here is a breakdown of the most dangerous neighborhoods in the world.
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Bigfoot: What You Need To Know When Hunting For Sasquatch
Bigfoot. The Sasquatch. Whatever it's called in your neck of the woods, here's what you need to know when hunting for the mythical man-ape.
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The Untold Truth Of Nestorianism
The Church of the East, often associated with Nestorianism, completely contradicts the notion that Christianity was brought to Asia by force and colonialism.
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The Mythology Of Zeus Explained
The king of the ancient Greek gods, Zeus had an appetite for women and lived a hedonistic life. This is the mythology of Zeus explained.
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The Untold Truth Of Carl Sagan
Few names are as synonymous with science communication as that of Carl Sagan. The creator of "Cosmos" and bestselling writer informed and inspired generations.
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The Mythology Of Herakles Explained
The ancient Greek demigod Herakles was a far cry from modern versions of Hercules. His life was dark, violent, and very erotic. This is Herakles explained.
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The Mythology Of Medusa Explained
The mythology of Medusa is actually pretty complicated, with varying backstories and different characters. This is the mythology of Medusa explained.
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Here's What Really Happened During The Soviet Invasion Of Afghanistan
The Soviet invasion was neither the beginning nor the end of Afghanistan's occupied history. Here's what happened during the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.
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The Tragic True Story Of Richard II Of England
Richard II should have been a great king, but instead he was a disaster whose legacy includes a prolonged aristocratic civil war and destabilizing policies.
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The Tragic History Of Nuclear Downwinders
Over 100 nuclear weapons were tested in Nevada in the '50s and '60s, and the fallout affected tons of people. This is the tragic history of nuclear downwinders.
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The Mythology Of Achilles Explained
Achilles was a central hero in the ancient Greek tradition, but he doesn't meet the modern conception of a hero. This is the mythology of Achilles explained.
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The Untold Truth Of Samson And Delilah
There's more to the biblical story than betrayal and a haircut. Here's what really happened with Samson and Delilah.
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The Untold Truth Of Alice In Chains
Seattle rock band Alice in Chains is best known for its album Dirt and the death of frontman Layne Staley. This is the untold truth of Alice in Chains.
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Tragic Details About The Munsters Cast
"The Munsters" brought classic monsters home to suburbia as a typical sitcom family. But for some cast members, life was often truly monstrous.
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The Mythology Of Dionysus Explained
Dionysus was the Greek god of wine, fertility, and madness, bringing ecstasy and insanity alike to humanity. This is the mythology of Dionysus explained.
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The Unbelievable Way Jack Kerouac Wrote On The Road
The vast majority of Jack Kerouac's fame derives 1957's "On the Road." But the road to his seminal work is a story all it's own.
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The Untold Truth Of The Police
The Police released their first album with no contract and were super-popular when they split seven years later. This is the untold truth of The Police.
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History Of Speaking In Tongues Explained
Speaking in tongues isn't limited to Pentecostals. It goes back to ancient times yet remains a vital part of some worship traditions to this day.
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New Atlantis: The Crazy True Story Of The Micronation
In 1964, Ernest Hemingway's younger brother Leicester established New Atlantis off the coast of Jamaica. This is the crazy true story of the micronation.
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Famous People The Queen Can't Stand
There have been many speculations around hidden and sometimes not-so-hidden clashes the Queen of England has had.
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