What Are The Mystical Akashic Records?
Imagine that every thought, every experience, every moment of every person's life — all knowledge of all humans who've ever existed, and will exist — exists.
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This Is How Italy Got Its Name
The origin of the name "Italy" actually dates back to the Ancient Greeks, and even to the writings of Aristotle. Here's how Italy got its name.
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This Is How Canada Got Its Name
There are many theories surrounding how Canada got its name. It's most likely rooted in the language of First Nations people, or Spanish explorers.
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The Real Reasons Your Ancestors May Have Changed Their Names
Life often means change. The lives of immigrants reflect that boldly, particularly when it came to their names as they entered a new country, for a new life.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find Michelangelo's Stolen Mask Of A Faun
Michelangelo's "Mask of a Faun" dates back to the 16th century, and moved between different museums for hundreds of years before being stolen by Nazis.
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This Mountain In The Middle East Is One Of The Most Dangerous Places On Earth
Best known as the second-highest mountain peak in the world, this place holds another distinction: It's one of the most dangerous mountains on Earth.
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The Tragic Truth About The Cretaceous Mass Extinction
There really was no safe place to hide from the Chicxulub impactor. Here's the awful, awful truth about the mass extinction event at the end of the Cretaceous.
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The Mystery Behind Genghis Khan's Burial
Mongolian Emperor Genghis Khan died in 1227, and to this day, his tomb has never been found.
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The Most Devastating Earthquakes Of All Time
Even when an earthquake isn't topping the Richter scale, it can still do an incredible amount of damage. These are the most devastating earthquakes of all time.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find The Lost Raphael Painting 'Portrait Of A Young Man'
Raphael's "Portrait of a Young Man" was stolen in Poland during World War II and has never been seen since.
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Chuck Taylors Are Over 100 Years Old. Here's What You Should Know
Chuck Taylors were first manufactured in 1917 and remain popular to this day.
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The Incredible True Story Of Master Sergeant Roy Benavidez
While the name of Roy Benavidez is probably one you haven't heard of, it is a name you should know. His story makes all those war films look pale in comparison.
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Anne Frank Cold Case Investigation Reveals New Betrayal Suspect
If Otto Frank was aware of who betrayed him, he never spoke about it. A recent discovery, though, may finally have answered the question.
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Whatever Happened To Telephone Operators?
Telephone operators were once a staple of society in the early 20th century, but they have since declined. Here's what happened to telephone operators.
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The Real Reason Martin Luther King Jr.'s Name Was Changed
There are few people who are more well-known than the late Martin Luther King Jr. But he wasn't always known as such. Here's why his name was changed.
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What Happened To Martin Luther King Jr.'s Closest Friend?
Perhaps no other name is as closely associated with the civil rights movement than that of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. But what about his closest friend?
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Prehistoric Fun And Games In The New World
Games like lacrosse and chess are widely played today, but they're rooted in ancient indigenous cultures. These are some prehistoric games of the New World.
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This Is How Japan Got Its Name
Japan has a history dating back thousands of years, but its name is actually the product of Marco Polo's writings. Here's how Japan got its name.
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This Is How Afghanistan Got Its Name
The story behind a country's name is often long and complex, but sheds light on how the country came to be. Here's how Afghanistan got its name.
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The Mysterious Disappearance Of Geoffrey Sullivan Explained
It was September 23, 1963, when Geoffrey Sullivan took off from an airstrip in Waterbury, Connecticut. It was the last time his family would ever see him.
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How Generation X Got Its Name
Everyone knows about Generation X, baby boomers, and millennials, but how did these generations get their names? Here's how Generation X got its name.
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What Was Genghis Khan's Real Name?
Genghis Khan is an historical figure who is as fascinating as he is notorious. His achievements were grand in scale, and his character often misunderstood.
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The History Of The Catholic Mass Controversy Explained
A centuries-old conflict between two wings of the Catholic Church came to light again in 2021. This is the history of the Catholic Mass controversy explained.
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The Most Popular Baby Names From 100 Years Ago
Names go in and out of fashion. So what did the flappers, bootleggers, and Bright Young Things of 1922 name their kids? Read on to find out.
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How The Micro-Generation Xennials Got Its Name
Here's how the Xennial micro-generation, whose products were born between 1977 and 1983, got its unusual name.
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The Truth About Genghis Khan's Childhood
The history of Genghis Khan continues to interest historians and military strategists. Like the rest of us, the legendary conqueror started out as a child.
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What Is The Norse Pagan Web Of Wyrd?
The mythology of many cultures will often include an attempt to make sense of life in terms of the good, the bad, the why -- including Norse mythology.
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