Did Jesus Have A Job?
Jesus Christ is one of the most well-known figures in Western culture and the foundation of Christianity, but did the famous prophet have a job?
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The Truth About Ulysses S. Grant's Middle Name
Ulysses S. Grant was a Civil War hero and U.S. president, but his middle initial doesn't mean what you think it does. Here's where the "S" actually comes from.
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The Real Reason Supreme Court Justices Wear Black Robes
Supreme Court Justices famously wear black robes, but the tradition originates in England and Europe. Here's where the judicial black robe tradition comes from.
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The Truth About Harry S Truman's Middle Name
Presidential history is littered with morsels of trivia. One interesting factoid related to President Harry Truman has to do with his middle name.
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This Is How The San Francisco Giants Got Their Name
Sports teams are recognized by their star players, but of course also identified by the team name. Who got team naming rights, back in the day?
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The Untold History Of The Aba Women's Protest
Many of us cheer when an oppressed group rises up to speak truth to power. The women of Nigeria not only spoke; they acted, with long-term results.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt's Final Words Explained
Roosevelt's hardships were not just national and global, but personal. The White House states that he contracted poliomyelitis at the age of 39.
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What Does RSVP Stand For?
Everyone knows what "RSVPing" is, but few are aware that the acronym is actually French. Here's what RSVP stands for, and where it comes from.
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Where The Phrase 'Close, But No Cigar' Comes From
"Close, but no cigar" is a widespread phrase in our contemporary vernacular, but it actually has roots in carnival games. Here's where the phrase comes from.
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This Is What It Means If You See A Green Porch Light
Anybody who drives knows there's important meaning behind the color of traffic signal lights. What about the colors of homeowners' porch lights?
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The Untold History Of The Banana Massacre
Chiquita Brands, formerly the United Fruit Company, has an incredibly sordid history. Its involvement in the 1928 Banana Massacre is essentially unknown.
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How Do They Celebrate New Year's In Japan?
Japan celebrates New Year's Eve and Day according to the Western calendar. But unlike the West, New Year's in Japan isn't a time for uproarious partying.
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Medical Procedures That Existed In Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egyptians left behind a number of medical texts -- an invaluable source of their practices. These are medical procedures that existed in Ancient Egypt.
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William Randolph Hearst's Family Tree Explained
The Hearst name is synonymous with the communications industry and with early Hollywood. William Randolph wasn't the only interesting personality.
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This Is What It Means When You See Paint On Trees
Spray paint on trees doesn't necessarily indicate vandalism. The paint actually has meaning for environmental agencies, depending on the shape and color.
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Where The Phrase 'Cat's Out Of The Bag' Came From
Anybody who's ever owned a cat knows that felines love a good box. Does that attraction extend to bags? Is that why we talk about letting cats out of bags?
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This Is How Mafioso Giuseppe 'Pino' Greco Really Died
Some people know the name Giuseppe "Pino" Greco. For those who don't, he was one of the Sicilian mob's most vicious killers, slaying around 300 individuals.
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This Is How The Pittsburgh Pirates Got Their Name
The Pittsburgh Pirates are one of the oldest franchises in baseball, and got their name after signing a controversial contract with a top player.
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The History Of Auld Lang Syne Explained
Every year, during the first few minutes or so of the New Year, the song "Auld Lang Syne" is traditionally sung in a lot of countries. Here's the history.
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What Nobody Told You About History Channel's Mountain Men
If you're looking to get lost in North America's untamed wilderness without leaving your living room, you'll want to watch History Channel's "Mountain Men."
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What Is A Snow Moon? We Explain
Tribes had various names for the different full moons based on when they appeared in the year. One such moon, the "snow moon," is expected in February.
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Where The Phrase 'Spill The Beans' Comes From
The phrase "spill the beans" has become part of our everyday vernacular, but its roots date back thousands of years. Here's where "spill the beans" comes from.
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This Is How The LA Dodgers Got Their Name
The LA Dodgers were originally based in Brooklyn, and the story of the "Dodgers" name is rooted in Brooklyn life. Here's how the team got its name.
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Nostradamus Had Some Bleak Predictions For 2022
For centuries, Nostradamus' quatrains — poems of four stanzas — have been analyzed and debated Here are some of his bleak predictions for 2022.
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What Happened To The Real-Life Diseases That Killed You In Oregon Trail?
There were plenty of ways to die in the classic "Oregon Trail" video game, including snakebites, broken limbs, accidental gunshots, and disease.
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This Is What It Means If You See A Purple Porch Light
Purple porch lights signify domestic violence awareness as well as support for victims of domestic abuse.
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What Hygiene In America Was Like 100 Years Ago
Americans take their hygiene very seriously these days, but it wasn't always like that. This is what hygiene in America was like 100 years ago.
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