It may be part of human nature to imagine there's a place out there free from strife and full of knowledge. Certainly, more than one culture has this concept.
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Ever since star WNBA athlete Brittney Griner was arrested in Russia, the U.S. and the world have watched, hoping for a legal solution that means her freedom.
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It's no easy task to figure out the specifics of an era before written records, but there's information out there. This is the Stone Age timeline explained.
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The Bronze Age saw the coming of age of civilization and a wealth of innovation that lasted thousands of years. Here's the timeline of the Bronze Age explained.
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Soviet spies have come from places aside from just the CIA and the FBI. This is the true story of the Congressman who was a Russian spy.
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In 1871, an 11-year-old girl in England named Ellen Sadler fell asleep, and she allegedly didn't wake up for nine years. Here's the stange story.
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It's often said that the poor are deeply generous to those in greater need. That was demonstrated by Native Americans during the Irish potato famine.
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It's not unusual for a musician to take some sort of visual effect as an identifier -- think of the early Beatles' haircuts, or David Byrne's big suit.
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During wartime, all manner of information suddenly becomes a closely-held secret, to keep from assisting potential enemy action -- especially weather reports.
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An Israeli construction crew unearthed an ancient cave dating back to the time of King Ramses II. Here's how they discovered it, and what they found inside.
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Key West, Florida, is one of those American cities that, like Roswell, New Mexico, or Eureka Springs, Arkansas, leans hard into its weirdness.
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There are plenty of stories out there of animals filling an important role, whether guide or companion or protector, but few have ventured into politics.
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Famous horror author Stephen King was once asked for an autograph while sitting on the toilet. Here's how King responded to the fan's request.
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Some businesses come and go in a flash. Others have the benefit of just one, ultimately magnificent, insight which powers their success for decades.
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Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas is home to diamonds that can be uncovered by park visitors. Here's what diamonds have been found there.
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Actor Leslie Jordan tragically passed away in October, 2022, and had a long history of HIV/AIDS advocacy throughout his life. Here's how he helped the cause.
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Who is Iranian rock climber Elnaz Rekabi, the woman and Olympic hopeful who sparked controversy by not wearing a hijab during a competition in Asia?
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Mahsa Amini was a 22-year-old woman who died of suspicious circumstances after being detained by the morality police.
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The remains of the last known slave ship, the Clotilda, were discovered in 2018. Here's what happened to the captain of the Clotilda.
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Rosa Parks and Malcolm X's had more in common than some may realize. Here is their friendship, explained.
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Hershey's founder, Milton Hershey, was buried in the cemetery he built.
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Class warfare is nothing new; those who lack means, often unjustly, have risen up against those who wield economic control for generations, including Ireland.
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Enemy sides committed all manner of atrocities against each other in WWII, but this German World War II captive's death was preceded by a cruel ultimatum.
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It was like something out of a fantasy involving an ancient curse: On July 25, 2001, Kerala, India's rains pooled across the city in a blood-red hue.
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In the cosmology of Greek mythology, the Underworld ruled by the god Hades was one of the primary realms. Here are its five rivers, explained.
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Some popes in modern history had a reputation for travel, visiting numerous countries for public gatherings. Some even stopped by the White House.
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The National Parks system of the United States is one of the better ideas the country has come up with, all advanced by a surprising president.
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