Here's Who Inherited Jackie Kennedy Onassis' Money After She Died
First lady Jackie Kennedy was widowed after her husband President John F. Kennedy was publicly assassinated in Dallas, Texas, on November 22, 1963.
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Here's Who Inherited Wallis Simpson's Money After She Died
The British monarchy, as an institution, has a huge vulnerability: its members keep falling in love. Such was the case with Edward VIII.
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The Real Reason Lorena Bobbitt Was Acquitted Of Her Crimes
Most people know the story of Lorena Bobbitt, especially if they were around in the '90s. She was the woman who famously chopped off her husband's penis.
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The Story Behind Carole King's Song Beautiful
"Beautiful" is one of Carole King's most well-known songs, and it was inspired by a trip on the subway. Here's the story behind the iconic song.
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The Untold History Of The Kantō Massacre
The Great Kantō earthquake that rocked Japan in 1923 caused widespread death and devastation. The tragedy was made worse by the massacres that followed.
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This Lake In Russia Is One Of The Most Dangerous Places On Earth
Lake Karachay in Russia's Ural Mountains is one of the most dangerous places on Earth thanks to Mayak, a radioactive dumping ground for nuclear waste.
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The Truth About Jimmy Carter's Post-Presidency Life
A major question during the 1976 Presidential election was how a new commander-in-chief could possibly regain the trust of the American people.
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What Babe Ruth's Last Months Were Really Like
There is not a name more synonymous with baseball than Babe Ruth. In 1948, Ruth showed he was as mortal as any other person as he sat at death's door.
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This Is How Australia Got Its Name
When the Dutch first discovered the continent we now call Australia, they referred to it as New Holland, but this is how Australia got its name.
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Is This Why We Can't Find The Lost Mural Of The Battle Of Anghiari By Da Vinci?
History is full of tales of lost objects -- relics, art. The hunt continues for many of them, but beyond legend, how do we know the object ever existed?
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The Deadliest Religious Conflicts In History Explained
Religious conflict is a defining feature of today's world, often with devastating effect. Here are some of the deadliest conflicts in history.
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The Story Of The Chew Valley Hoard Discovery
On a damp August day in 2019, two metal-detector enthusiasts were training a small group of friends in the Chew Valley, near Somerset, when they got a beep.
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The Truth About Princess Diana's Relationship With Luciano Pavarotti
Princess Diana and Luciano Pavarotti aren't usually associated in our minds, but the two actually had a deep friendship. Here's how they met.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find The Amber Room
The opulent space consisted of several panels made with 6 tons of amber, gold-leaf walls, mosaics, and mirrors and was created for the first king of Prussia.
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The Story Behind Carole King's (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman
Carole King's (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman was a huge hit for both King and Aretha Franklin. Here's the story behind the song.
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Best Generals Of The American Civil War
During the Civil War, both the Union and Confederacy produced some brilliant tacticians. These are the best generals of the American Civil War.
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How Discovered Treasure Changed What We Know About The Battle Of Bosworth
A boar-shaped badge found near the site of the Battle of Bosworth, part of the famous War of the Roses, changed how we previously thought about the event.
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What Happened To Emmett Till's Killers?
Before he left, Mamie gave him a ring that belonged to his father, Louis Till. It would be the last time she would see her 14-year-old son.
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The Truth Behind Ryan Reynolds' Appearance On Antiques Roadshow
"Antiques Roadshow" is famous for giving everyday people a chance to make a fortune off of seemingly ordinary items. Why did Ryan Reynolds make an appearance?
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False Things You've Always Believed About The Taj Mahal
A building with such a great story doesn't need embellishments from disinformation. here are some false things you probably always believed about the Taj Mahal.
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The Most Tragic Love Stories In Greek Mythology
Humans have always had to deal with the messy business of relationships. Some of the most famous Greek myths told stories of the gods' romantic attachments.
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What Happened To Anne Frank's Best Friend Hannah Goslar?
The diary kept by Anne Frank as she and her family hid from the Nazis is a crucial historical document. Adding to the story is her friend Hannah Goslar.
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The Magazine Hugh Hefner Worked For Before Playboy
History is full of the stories of individuals who started one career path, only to choose another, with great success. Where did Hugh Hefner of Playboy start?
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Is Embalming Necessary Before Burial Or Cremation?
Death might be inevitable, but there is nothing more uncomfortable than thinking about death and dwelling on the thought of what happens to us after we die.
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Bonnie Parker Was Married, But It Wasn't To Clyde Barrow
Bonnie and Clyde are two of the most famous star-crossed criminal lovers in history. But, Bonnie had a previous husband who she never divorced.
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Greatest Singer-Guitarist Duos In Rock History
In the best bands, the writing skills and onstage chemistry of the singer and guitarist speaks for itself. Here are some of the greatest duos in rock history.
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How King Andrew III's Death Ended A Dynasty
Few people know about the most exotic and longest-lived dynasties in European history: the House of Árpád, kings of Hungary from about 900 to 1301.
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