Who Is The Least-Educated U.S. President?
As recently as 1900, American youth rarely finished high school, and far fewer went to college. There is, in fact, no degree requirement to become president.
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Were Adam And Eve Really Supposed To Stay In The Garden Of Eden?
Adam and Eve's journey out of the Garden of Eden is one of the Bible's most infamous stories. But were they really supposed to stay there? Let's find out.
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How Historically Accurate Is The Movie Titanic?
"Titanic," the 1997 movie phenomenon, won Academy Awards and garnered international praise, but it wasn't completely historically accurate.
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What Indigenous People Think About The Bering Strait Theory
It's been theorized the first people in the Americas came on foot across the Bering Strait. Here is what indigenous people think about that theory.
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The Arsenic Dress And Other Clothing That Killed People
You may have heard that "fashion hurts," and there are times where clothing has taken lives. This is the arsenic dress and other clothing that killed people.
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This Is The Real Reason The U.S. Expelled The Chagossians From Their Island
The people of the Chagos Archipelago in the central Indian Ocean have been evicted. This is the real reason the U.S. expelled the Chagossians from their island.
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Jesus Christ's Via Dolorosa Route May Not Have Actually Happened. Here's Why
Jesus Christ's Via Dolorosa walk is infamous, but the actual route may not be exactly what we think. Here's why experts think the real route was different.
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What's The Difference Between The Bible And The Torah?
People often conflate the Bible and Torah, but in fact, they're two quite distinct bodies of work. Each is significant in its own right.
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Where Does The Phrase 'The Whole Shebang' Come From?
The word "shebang" is used widely today, but where did it come from? Turns out, "shebang" used to have several meanings that have since been lost.
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Which President Gave The White House Its Name?
The White House is one of the most famous buildings in the U.S., but do you know which president actually named it? Here's how the iconic building was named.
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When Cemetery Workers In Queens Went On Strike
Within the history of the American labor movement, it's difficult to find workers who never went on strike, and graveyard workers are no different.
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The New Theory About Why Woolly Mammoths Really Went Extinct
Much of what we know about the woolly mammoth comes from bodies found well-preserved by the frozen tundra in areas like Siberia and the Arctic.
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Serial Killers That Were Killed In Prison
Even though protective custody is a thing, these serial killers met their end at the hands of another prisoner, before justice could be satisfied.
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The Only US President Who Was A Citizen Of The Confederacy
Who's this one U.S. president who also happened to be a citizen of the Confederacy in his youth? Well, that would be Woodrow Wilson.
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The Myth Of The Leshy Explained
The Leshy, which appears in "The Witcher," could be considered among the most chilling creatures of mythology. Here's the myth of the Leshy explained.
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The Myth Of Gilgamesh Explained
"The Epic of Gilgamesh" is about a powerful king who meets gods, defeats monsters, and searches for immortality. Here is the myth of Gilgamesh explained.
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Penny Knatchbull Was Prince Phillip's Best Friend. Here's The Scoop On Her And Their Relationship
Penelope Knatchbull - nicknamed Penny - is one of the closest friends of the royal family. Here's the truth about Prince Philip's best friend.
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Did Adam And Eve Really Eat An Apple In The Garden Of Eden?
The Old Testament story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden is among the most famous ever told, but it turns out Eve may have never eaten an apple at all.
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This Is How Much A VIP Tour At Walt Disney World Really Costs
Walt Disney World's VIP package makes it easier to skip the busy theme park lines and have a more efficient (though expensive) experience.
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Which Four US Presidents Were Also Cheerleaders?
Four US presidents were actually cheerleaders before entering the Oval Office, including FDR, George W. Bush, Dwight Eisenhower, and Ronald Reagan.
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Did The Lost City Of The Kalahari Actually Exist?
William Leonard Hunt claimed to find evidence of a great lost kingdom in the heart of the Kalahari Desert. But did the Lost City of the Kalahari actually exist?
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Why Is Aaron's Rod So Important In Religious Texts?
Aaron's rod doesn't get as much attention as Moses' staff, but it turns out they might actually be the same thing. Here's why Aaron's rod is so important.
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What Pets In Ancient Egypt Looked Like
The African wildcat became a centerpiece of Egyptian households, but they weren't the only domesticated animals from this time. Let's take a look at the others.
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Did The Kingdom Of Saguenay Actually Exist?
The fabled Kingdom of Saguenay in modern-day Canada was the source of much speculation and excitement among explorers, but it may have never existed.
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The Mythology Behind The Gemini Constellation Explained
Those who fall under the Gemini star sign are sociable and knowledgeable, and their duality is symbolized by twins. But who are these twins? Let's find out.
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What Ancient Egyptian Homes Really Looked Like
Though the ancient Egyptians built some of the world's most impressive natural wonders, their homes were of surprisingly humble construction.
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The Mythology Behind The Pisces Constellation Explained
The mythology behind the Pisces constellation is a fascinating one of two fish that gained the appreciation and approval of none other than the ancient gods.
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