The Story Behind The First-Ever Assassination Of A Member Of Congress In US History
A life of public service can have its challenges -- among those challenges, the possibility that someone will take issue with you, to the point of murder.
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The Most Famous Pirate Ships In History
A pirate captain is nothing without their ship. While there are countless ships that flew the black flag, here are the most famous pirate ships in history.
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These Are The Criteria For Being Awarded The Medal Of Honor
Military personnel across the board are widely recognized for their courage and selflessness. Sometimes an individual goes above and beyond normal sacrifice.
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What Are The Five Nations That Make Up The Hiawatha Belt?
The Hiawatha Belt is a piece of wampum -- belts of long shell beads used for ceremonial purposes. These are the five nations that make up the Hiawatha Belt.
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The Mystery Of The Unserved Warrant In The Emmett Till Case
Nearly 70 years since the murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till, a mysterious unserved warrant in the case has turned up against his accuser.
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The Dark History Of The Woman Who Raised Kim Jong Un
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's mother had a colorful past before marrying his father. Here is the dark history of the woman who raised Kim Jong Un.
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Lucille Ball's Heartbreaking Final Words To Desi Arnaz Before His Death
Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz were one of America's most popular on screen couples on "I Love Lucy." These were her her final words to him before he died.
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What Happened If You Killed A Cat In Ancient Egypt?
Cats in Ancient Egypt were revered animals, and killing one intentionally was all but unheard of. Here's what happened if you killed a cat in Ancient Egypt.
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The Gruesome Practices Of Recently-Arrested Thai Cult Leader Thawee Nanra
By their very nature, the practices of fringe religious cults seem far, far off the norm. Sadly, a group in Thailand seems to prove that in abundance.
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Longest-Reigning Monarchs In History
The longest-reigning monarchs in history include, of course, Elizabeth II, but though she's ruled for 70 years and counting, she doesn't own the longest reign.
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How A Reverend Was Unexpectedly Killed During A Common Church Ceremony
Without it being obvious church ceremonies pose dangers to the pastors and priests administering them. Such was the case for this pastor in Waco, Texas.
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Why Did King Solomon In The Bible Lose Favor With God?
King Solomon, revered as a prophet by the three Abrahamic faiths -- Judaism, Christianity, and Islam -- is renowned for many things, but above all, wisdom.
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Baby Thomas Gibson's Disappearance Remains A Mystery Over 30 Years Later
Baby Thomas Gibson went missing over 30 years ago after playing in the front yard of his home. However, the whereabouts of Gibson still remains a mystery.
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Elvis Had An Incredibly Unusual Way Of Drinking Out Of Cups
Elvis Presley is the undisputed King of Rock 'n' Roll and one of the top-selling artists of all time. Yet, he had a very peculiar way of drinking from cups.
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The Worst Royal Wedding Nights In History
Here's what you need to know about the worst royal wedding nights in history, ranging from lackluster to downright awful.
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Beethoven Had An Incredibly Precise Process For His Morning Coffee
It comes as no surprise that great genius sometimes arrives wrapped up in, putting it charitably, equally great eccentricity. Beethoven was no exception.
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Your Chances Of Making A Hole In 1 In Golf Are Way Slimmer Than You Realized
There are tournaments galore on the professional golf circuit, but a high point in any golfer's career, amateur or professional, is the coveted hole in one.
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What Is The Lemon Test And Why Did The Supreme Court Rule On It?
The United States Supreme Court has a long history of creating tests against which court cases should be measured in terms of decisions and precedent.
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The Myth Of Sif Explained
While often associated with Thor, the goddess Sif's history has been lost to time, with only brief and sometimes unclear mentions in the Eddas.
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The Truth About Stephen Hawking's Two Marriages
Stephen Hawking was one of the most important scientists of all time, but he also had a dramatic personal life with two marriages that ended in divorce.
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What Was Hells Angels' Founder Sonny Barger's Net Worth When He Died?
Sonny Barger was many things in his 83 years: biker, inmate, actor, author. When he died June 29, he left a not inconsiderable estate behind.
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The Truth About King Tut's Curse And Its Victims
When Howard Carter opened the tomb of King Tutankhamun in 1922, the world went nuts. Here's the true story of King Tut's curse.
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Here's What It's Really Like To Go Undercover
While TV and film offer a window into what it's like to go undercover, it turns out some of the most common tropes are quite far from the reality of vice work.
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Clyde Barrow Committed A Brutal Murder While In Prison
The Clyde of Bonnie and Clyde was Clyde Barrow, a man prone to killing without hesitation when it suited his purposes. The first dated back to his prison days.
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The True Story Of William Anders' Famed Earthrise Photo
The Earthrise photo, taken of the Earth from space by astronauts, is one of the most famous photos ever taken. Here's the story of the Earthrise photo.
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Inside The Wild Story Of The Teddy Roosevelt Boat Thieves
Teddy Roosevelt is one of the most beloved U.S. presidents. Before he took the Oath of Office, though, he was on the frontier hunting and chasing boat thieves
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The Myth Of Asgard Explained
Thanks to Marvel, you might know that Thor, Loki, and other Norse gods hail from a place called Asgard. Here's a primer on Norse mythology's golden realm.
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