The Mortar In The Great Wall Of China Had An Unusual Ingredient
The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous manmade wonders of the world, but its mortar contained an unusual ingredient many wouldn't expect.
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Halley's Comet Is Connected With This Major Event In Judaism
Halley's Comet is generally a once-in-a-lifetime sight. In history, it has marked some momentous changes in civilizations including that of the Jewish people.
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Grover Cleveland Avoided The Civil War Through This Controversial Loophole
Grover Cleveland was the only president to serve two nonconsecutive terms, but he also devised a clever way to avoid serving in the Civil War.
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A Big Question About Prince's Death Still Remains A Mystery
Prince's death in 2016 left many shocked and confused. However, there is still some controversy around how the famous musician died, and who is responsible.
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Duat: The Story Of The Egyptian Underworld
For ancient Egyptians, their version of the afterlife has been evolving and cultivating since the Predynastic period from 6000 to 3150 B.C.E.
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The Ramones Tricked Johnny Rotten Of The Sex Pistols Into Drinking Urine
Punks earned their reputation in part for their vulgarity-- like the time the Ramones tricked Johnny Rotten of the Sex Pistols into drinking urine.
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The Odd Way Pre-Modern Philosophy Predicted Simulation Theory
The philosopher René Descartes might have said "I think, therefore I am," but he never considered that we might all be in one big AI-simulated reality.
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What Was The Belle Epoque And How Did It Change France?
The U.S. had the Gilded Age, but France had something a lot different -- a world of cabarets, absinthe, and even the occult. Welcome to the Belle Epoque.
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Why Did The Lincoln Memorial Take 60 Years To Go Up After His Death?
With a historical figure as revered as President Abraham Lincoln, you'd think erecting some structure in his memory would be a no-brainer. Alas, not so.
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Why The 1876 Presidential Election Was The Most Controversial In History
The electoral process in the United States, both locally and nationally, can be fraught with emotion, subject to accusations both false and true.
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How Marijuana Is Forever Connected With The History Of The Internet
When e-commerce started it was widely panned. However, 50 years on we're buying and selling more than ever and it may be thanks to students and marijuana.
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The History Of Perfume Explained
Perfumes are a beloved accessory to any night out, but their origins are different than one might expect. Here's the history of perfume, explained.
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The Slowest Marathon In History Technically Lasted More Than A Half Century
The thing about sports, supposedly, isn't the winning; it's the competition, mostly an athlete's ambition to be better than they were the last time.
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This Is The Oldest Known British Royal Family Crown
While the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London may be better known, they aren't the oldest of Britain's royal regalia. Get to know the crown of Princess Blanche.
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The Strangest Attempts At Becoming Immortal
The search for immortality is as old as time itself. And many people have tried to achieve it. Here are some of the strange attempts.
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These Are The Gun Laws In The State Of New York
The legislature around firearms in the state of New York are among the most stringent in the nation. These are the gun laws in the Empire State.
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Inside The Time Putin Drank A 240-Year-Old Ukrainian Wine And Caused An Uproar
Russian President Vladimir Putin has a troubled relationship with Ukraine. Before invading the country in 2022 he allegedly drank a 250-year-old bottle of wine.
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The World Has Been Destroyed On Four Separate Occasions, According To Aztec Mythology
Ancient civilizations have many interesting stories of how the Earth was destroyed. The Aztecs have a colorful story that says it has happened four times.
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The Wild Hunt Legend Explained
The barking dogs, the horses ... the noises no one could explain. They were the sounds of the Wild Hunt, and it's a good thing everyone was safely inside.
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Inside The Chilling Nostradamus Prediction Of Cannibalism
Nostradamus, the 16th-century doctor famous for his predictions about the future, made a startling prediction about humans becoming cannibals in 2022.
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The Real Reason Buffalo Is Called The City Of Good Neighbors
Buffalo is known as "The City of Good Neighbors," but how did it get this nickname? The city has a long history of welcoming outsiders with open arms.
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Why There Are No Vineyards On Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard is a popular vacation island off the coast of Massachusetts, but it's actually a misnomer. There are no vineyards on Martha's Vineyard.
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Popular Rock Songs You Didn't Know Were Inspired By The Bible
Rock lyricists have scoured the Bible to find some of their most iconic verses and stories. Here's what you need to know about rock songs inspired by the Bible.
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How Mary McLeod Bethune Changed History
Mary McLeod Bethune was the child of parents who had been enslaved. She walked miles to get the basics of an education. She created opportunities for others.
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What Really Happened At Queen Elizabeth II's First Ever Royal Jubilee?
British monarchs celebrate jubilees -- significant milestones of years on the throne. As the longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II has noted several.
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Here's Why Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Is So Significant
Great Britain's Queen Elizabeth II continues to reign, with decades on the throne. She's celebrated numerous anniversaries; why is this year's unique?
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The Dark Origins Of The Grim Reaper
No two people share the same life experiences. But there's one thing that ties everyone and everything together, though, and that's death.
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