The Controversy Over The Elgin Marbles Explained
There are few historical sites more renowned than the Parthenon in Athens, Greece. Here's the complicated controversy over its Elgin Marbles explained.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Jackson Pollock
You can't talk about abstract expressionism without talking about Jackson Pollock. Here is the tragic real-life story of the groundbreaking painter.
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The Untold Truth Of Thomas Jefferson
There have been some pretty great Americans in the rather short timeline of the United States of America, and some of the best have become president.
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Sports Interviews That Got Athletes In Trouble
Athletes are notoriously passionate, hotheaded, and defensive, with a lot of "chip-on-the-shoulder" energy, so you can count on them to slip up sometimes.
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The Controversial Life Of Cecil Rhodes
Despite his defenders, Cecil Rhodes is largely synonymous with the worst excesses of colonialism and a fervent support for the British Empire.
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The Untold Truth Of Hinduism
Hinduism is one the most misunderstood religions in the world. From its origins 4,000 years ago to its core beliefs, here is the untold truth of Hinduism.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Toni Morrison
Author and cultural icon Toni Morrison lived through many tragedies. Keep reading to find all about the tragic real-life story of Toni Morrison.
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The Tragic True Story Of Patrice Lumumba
The first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Patrice Lumumba was a staunch anti-colonialist. This is his tragic true story.
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The Science Behind How Polio Is Transmitted
Polio is a virus that in rare cases can cause permanent crippling, even death. It's been almost entirely eliminated within in the United States.
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The Untold Truth Of The Quaker Movement
The Quaker movement, from George Fox to William Penn to Margaret Fell, started in 17th-century England and today has spread to nearly all corners of the globe.
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Tragic Details About The Beastie Boys
The American rap group Beastie Boys has had a somewhat complicated past. Read on to discover their road to success as well as some of their tragic details.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Lisa Marie Presley
Someone like Lisa Marie Presley, the sole child of the King of Rock n' Roll, could have disappeared in her father's shadow, but she didn't. Here's her story.
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Disturbing Details From OJ Simpson's Hypothetical Confession
If you're familiar with O.J. Simpson, you probably know that he was an NFL Hall of Fame running back, and he was accused and acquitted of two murders.
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Dark Secrets Of The Tattoo Industry
Tattoos may be more mainstream, but regulations and industry best practices have unfortunately remained a problem.
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What Happens If Lake Mead Dries Up Forever?
Lake Mead was formed following the construction of the Hoover Dam on the Colorado River in 1935. But what would happen if it dries up forever?
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The Controversy Over The Benin Bronzes Explained
The Benin Bronzes, stolen in a raid of Benin City in 1897, largely remain in the hands of others today, while calls for their repatriation grow ever louder.
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America's Strange Feral Parrot Colonies Explained
Colonies of wild parrots are thriving all over the country, from Miami to Chicago. Here's how these tropical invaders got a featherhold in the United States.
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The Messed Up Truth About The 1980s Music Industry
The 1980s were a wild time, and the music of the decade remains popular today. But the music industry at the time did some really messed up things.
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The True Story Of Sir Francis Drake's Circumnavigation
Sir Francis Drake had one of the most successful careers of all sailors, but it's the circumnavigation that crowned it. Here's the true story of his voyage.
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The Long History Of Ghost Weddings In China, Explained
Some in China still practice the ritual of marrying the dead. Here is the long history of ghost weddings.
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The Untold Truth Of Quiverfull Christianity
In the Quiverfull movement, the father controls everything about the members' lives. It can be hard for those within the Quiverfull sect to leave the lifestyle.
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This Is How Languages Die
Every two weeks, a language dies. Linguists have argued that this is a global calamity of epic proportions, as we're at risk of losing a wealth of knowledge.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Ivana Trump
Ivana Trump was never in Donald's shadow. A tough, upstart woman, Ivana had her fair share of adversity to deal with. Read on for tragic details about her life.
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The Sudden Rise And Fall Of Blockbuster
Blockbuster stores were once as common as McDonald's, but in a decade's time, it would go from being a multi-billion-dollar entertainment company to Chapter 11.
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The Most Terrifying Japanese Yokai
These terrifying Japanese yokai are scary enough to strike fear into anyone's heart.
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The Untold Truth Of The Sherman Brothers
The Sherman Brothers are synonymous with Disney, penning beloved classics from "Mary Poppins" and songs you love to hate, like "It's a Small World."
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Chris Cornell's Daughter, Toni, Grew Up To Be A Major Talent Like Her Dad
Chris Cornell had three children, but it's his daughter Toni who is following in his footsteps as not only a singer and songwriter but an activist.
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