The Tragic Tale Of Queen Elizabeth II's Cousins, Katherine And Nerissa
Nerissa and Katherine Bowes-Lyon were first cousins of Queen Elizabeth II who were sent to live in a Victorian-era institution. Then they were forgotten about.
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Surprising Things That Happen After The United States Declares War
The U.S. declares war once in a while, and most people associate this with the mobilization of troops. But there is a lot more that can, and has, occurred.
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What It Was Like To Be At The March On Washington
The March on Washington in 1963 was a watershed moment in American and Black history, changing the lives of many who were there.
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Every Amendment After The Bill Of Rights Explained
Not all Constitutional amendments are as famous as the first 10. Here is each one after the Bill of Rights explained and the circumstances that led to them.
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Things That Were Normal In Schools 70 Years Ago
The 1950s was a time of changing childhoods. Here are some things that were commonplace in the 1950s that have largely vanished from American schools today.
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Novelty Songs That Could Only Have Become Hits In The '80s
Novelty songs are weird almost by definition, but the 1980s produced a string of them so bizarre they couldn't have come from any other decade.
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The Day Saturday Morning Cartoons Died
In the U.S. at least, children of the latter half of the 20th century have fond memories of Saturday morning cartoons. One day, it ended, here's how and why.
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The Dark History Of Collegiate Greek Life
Joining a fraternity or sorority has been a defining part of college life for over a century. But its history has not always been as illustrious as its alumni.
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The Untold Truth Of Tony Danza
After a false start in boxing, Tony Danza became one of TV's most recognizable faces in the '80s. One of showbiz's good guys, his life is filled with surprises.
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What The Kids In These Famous Memes Look Like Today
These are some of the most recognizable meme child stars on the internet, how they rose to fame, and what they look like years after they first became famous.
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Where Is Pauly Shore Now?
Pauly Shore has never recaptured the popularity he enjoyed in the '90s, but that doesn't mean he's slowed down. Here's what "the Weasel" is up to nowadays.
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The Untold Truth Of Leonard Bernstein
The man who brought us "West Side Story," Leonard Bernstein, was as complex a character as his music. His life was no different, and here's the untold truth.
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The Untold Truth Of Robert Duvall
Robert Duvall has graced our screens for decades since uttering the immortal words "I love the smell of napalm." Here's the lesser-known side of his life.
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The Untold Truth Of Schoolhouse Rock!
In the early '70s, a team of advertisers combined kids' skill at remembering lyrics with the need to teach complex ideas. And so, "Schoolhouse Rock!" was born.
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The True Story Of The 'Wise Gals' Of The CIA
During World War II, the U.S. government created the direct predecessor of the CIA. Women played a huge role in espionage but working in that role wasn't easy.
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What Monarchs Do After They Abdicate
Throughout history, several monarchs have abdicated due to health, political unrest, or simply because they were done with ruling.
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How Climate Change Is Turning Antarctica Green
As climate change reshapes life as we know it, Antarctica is becoming more hospitable to plant life -- with chilling implications for the entire planet.
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How Killers Of The Flower Moon Differs From The True Story
Martin Scorsese brought David Grann's book "Killers of the Flower Moon" to life in 2023. But how close to the reality did the film stay, and what was left out?
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Natalee Holloway: The Entire Tragic Timeline Of Her Disappearance Explained
The circumstances surrounding Natalee Holloway's 2005 disappearance in Aruba were deceptively straightforward. The case would go on for almost two decades.
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Women Who Led Successful Rebellions
These historic revolts were as different as the women who led them – some were bloodless, others resulted in burned cities and hundreds of casualties.
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Sad Details About Famous Film Score Composers
From deaths in their family to various illnesses or addictions, plenty of renowned film composers have dealt with their own trials and tribulations.
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The Tangled Life Of Chevy Chase
Chevy Chase is an icon of American comedy, but he's also a polarizing figure who's found himself at the center of multiple controversies and scandals.
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The Untold Truth Of The Oslo Accords
The Oslo Accords were negotiated in hopes of laying the groundwork for peace between Israel and the Palestinians. Clearly, things didn't work out that way.
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Famous People Who Died Around Their Birthday
For most people, birthdays are celebrated, while the date of death is a somber affair. For a number of celebrities, these occasions were side-by-side.
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The Messed Up Truth About The Bosnian War
In the 1990s, the breakup of Yugoslavia led to the Bosnian War, which was marked by some of the most devastating violence Europe had seen since World War II.
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What Happened To FDR's Children?
One of the most famous U.S. presidents, FDR, had six children, many of whom made names for themselves. Here's how they fared in politics, industry, and beyond.
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19 Patrick Stewart Facts Only His Biggest Fans Know
Patrick Stewart is famous for playing Picard, Professor X, and many Shakespeare roles. But there are still some things his many fans might not know about him.
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