Vince McMahon's Office Decor Is Straight Out Of The Natural History Museum
Although few fans see inside WWE headquarters, reports say CEO Vince McMahon's office is decorated in a way that mirrors the theatrical nature of his company.
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Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi's Resignation Explained
Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi's resignation has shaken Italy and Europe. Here's an explanation of what led to his ouster, and how Italian leaders reacted.
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The Real Reason China Once Gifted Giant Pandas To Other Countries
National symbols, especially representative animals, can be sources of pride, of identity, and even of friendship through international diplomacy.
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Chess Master Magnus Carlsen's Curious Decision Follows A Long Line Of Champions
Magnus Carlsen announced he won't be defending his title in the next World Chess Championship. He joins several others who quit while at the top of their game.
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Here's What Stephen Hawking's Net Worth Was When He Died
Stephen Hawking was an unquestioned genius who made the understanding of physics something embraced by popular culture, through his books and other media.
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The Torah And The Talmud: What's The Difference?
The Jewish religion has two main texts which help Jews adhere to their religious laws. The two texts are the Talmud and the Torah, and here's the difference.
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Dr. Seuss' Unique Method To Quit Smoking
Dr. Seuss' books are full of whimsy and creativity. Though the author's life was not as magical as his books, his method to quit smoking was unique.
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The Cultural Significance Of Covering Mirrors After Death
Funerary customs differ vastly across cultures, and those differences in how different people groups bury and mourn their dead are often driven by religion.
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The Messed Up Truth About The 1980s Music Industry
The 1980s were a wild time, and the music of the decade remains popular today. But the music industry at the time did some really messed up things.
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Garth Brooks Dubbed An Iconic Anthem One Of The Greatest Songs In Music History
Garth brooks dubbed an iconic American pop anthem one of the greatest songs in music history, which is high praise coming from such a hit maker.
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The Time Abbie Hoffman And Allen Ginsberg Attempted To Levitate The Pentagon
During the Vietnam War, anti-war protesters were experimental, like the time Abbie Hoffman and Allen Ginsberg attempted to levitate the Pentagon into the sky.
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The True Story Of Sir Francis Drake's Circumnavigation
Sir Francis Drake had one of the most successful careers of all sailors, but it's the circumnavigation that crowned it. Here's the true story of his voyage.
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How Much Was Ivana Trump Worth When She Died?
Ivana Trump, the first wife of former president Donald Trump, died at the age of 73. She worked hand-in-hand with her husband in their business ventures.
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The Long History Of Ghost Weddings In China, Explained
Some in China still practice the ritual of marrying the dead. Here is the long history of ghost weddings.
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11 Different Men Turned Blue Thanks To Toxic Oatmeal
Back in the 1940s, New York City saw an exceptionally-acute and extremely-rare case of mass food poisoning. Here's the story of the toxic oatmeal.
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This Is How Languages Die
Every two weeks, a language dies. Linguists have argued that this is a global calamity of epic proportions, as we're at risk of losing a wealth of knowledge.
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The Final Moments Of Adolf Hitler
The last days of Adolf Hitler were a mix of false hope and despair, planning for death while making gestures toward a life with his mistress, Eva Braun.
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Disturbing Details Found In Ivana Trump's Postmortem Report
Ivana Trump, first wife of former president Donald Trump (though he was her second husband), died at the age of 73 after a life lived in the public eye.
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Dwight Eisenhower's Final Words To His Wife Before His Death
Dwight Eisenhower stands out in the history of the 20th century, not only as commander of Allied forces in Europe, but also as president of the United States.
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The Grim Prognosis Doctors Initially Gave Stephen Hawking For His ALS
The famed scientist Stephen Hawking died on March 14, 2018, at the age of 76. The long life of the cosmologist may have even shocked his doctors.
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The Story Of Gran Colombia, The Super Country That Collapsed In Just 12 Years
It is said that powerful empires last about 250 years, but the story of Gran Colombia certainly shatters that stereotype. Let's take a look.
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The Disturbing Truth About The Time Prussia Tried To Create An Army Of Giants
Here's the disturbing truth behind Frederick William I's predilection, which led to one of Germany's first attempts at eugenics: creating an army of giants.
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What We Know About The Hoover Dam Transformer Explosion
An explosion and fire at the Hoover Dam on July 19 was recorded by visitors. There were no injuries, but the dam provides drinking water for millions.
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How The Original City Of Baghdad Was Built In A Perfect Circle
The city of Baghdad is the stuff of ancient legend, evoking visions of the charm and mystique of the Middle East of days long gone. What are its roots?
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Inside Malcolm X's Speech After His Home Was Bombed
Malcom X was a controversial human rights activist who was assassinated in 1965. This is what he said in a speech right after his home was bombed.
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The Truth About The Baby Entombed At Sea After The Bombing Of Pearl Harbor
The surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, was a tragedy that brought the United States into World War II. Not just military were lost.
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Who Replaces The British Prime Minister If They Die In Office?
Some nations have contingency plans in place if a president or leader dies in office, but the U.K. does not. What happens when a British prime minister dies?
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