Why Does Krishna Have So Many Wives?
The Hindu god Krishna is revered as a protector of humanity who happens to have 16,108 wives. Here's why he has so many wives.
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The Story Behind How Stephen Hawking Pranked A BBC Reporter
Stephen Hawking is known as one of the world's top physicists, and he also had a sense of humor. Here's how he pranked a BBC reporter.
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What Hygiene In America's Wild West Was Really Like
Very few places in the Old West had indoor plumbing. So how did people get clean? Read on to find out about hygiene practices in the Wild West.
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How Listerine Went From The Operating Table To Dental Hygiene
There are lots of stories of objects invented for one purpose, then used differently. A popular mouthwash has its roots, not in dentistry, but surgery.
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A Foolish Decision Made By America's First Bank Robber Led To His Confession
It is rightly observed that the advancement of human knowledge relies on building upon what has been learned before. That's true of science. Also, crime.
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The Mysterious Cult At The Center Of The 'Baby Holly' Case
Even as investigative techniques improve, as forensic science becomes more effective, still there exist mysteries surrounding disappearances and deaths.
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The Real Reason The Drinking Age Is 21 In The US
The old argument goes, if someone can go off to fight a war on behalf of their country at age 18, why can't they enjoy an alcoholic beverage as well?
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The Reason Dodgeball Was Once A Much More Dangerous Game To Play
Love it or hate it, dodgeball has been part of American childhood since approximately forever. Many remember what it feels like to get smacked with that ball.
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Why The Excavation Of The So-Called World's Oldest Pyramid Is So Controversial
When we think of pyramids -- the structures, not the schemes -- we often think of the works of Ancient Egypt. But there's something even older out there.
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You May Not Have Realized How Rich William The Conquerer Actually Was
As William the Conquerer's name can attest to, he was primarily known for conquering, but you may not have realized how rich William the Conquerer actually was.
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How A 3-Year-Old Boy Used A Metal Detector To Discover A $4M Artifact
A 3-year-old boy used a metal detector to discover an artifact worth $4 million dollars. Here's how the impressive discovery happened.
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Fanny: The History-Making All-Female Band You've Never Heard Of
Fanny was an all-girl rock group in the early 1970s, a time when women in rock music faced many barriers.
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Was Davy Crockett An Effective Legislator?
Davy Crockett was a legendary frontiersman who later served in the U.S. House of Representatives. But was he actually an effective legislator?
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The True Story Of The Unexploded Atomic Bomb The US Dropped In Canada
Years ago, after World World II had ended, the United States dropped an unexploded atomic bomb on Canada. Here's a closer look at this wild story.
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Game Of Thrones Almost Scored A Rock Legend For A Big Cameo
"Game of Thrones" is known for having plenty of celebrity cameos, but one never materialized. Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin was asked to appear, but declined.
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The Most Notable Moments In Queen Elizabeth II's Reign
Here are some of the moments that have shaped the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, the only head of state within living memory for most Britons.
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How The California Gold Rush Led To Levi's Jeans
The California Gold Rush of 1849 is credited with immeasurably altering the economy of the United States and, in fact, the world. Another byproduct? Clothing.
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Babe Ruth Didn't Know What His Real Age Was For A Staggering Amount Of Time
If you get famous enough, if your accomplishments take on the sheen of legend, eventually, actual legends will spring up around you. Just ask Babe Ruth.
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Horrific Things You Don't Know About Airbnbs
From hidden cameras and illegal listings to drugged drinks and knifepoint sexual assaults, here are some of the worst stories of alleged Airbnb nightmares.
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10 Movies About Hitler History Buffs Should Watch
The medium of film has not shirked in its duty to document, mock, and understand an all-too-human evil that was Adolf Hitler.
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The History Of The Forgotten Jeweled Skeletons
Here's the story of the mysterious and elaborately jeweled skeletons of the so-called martyrs of the Counter-Reformation and where you can find them today.
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How The Assassination Of Amalasuntha Invoked The Wrath Of Justinian I
Amalasuntha's life was an empire-transforming one full of intrigue and betrayal. Here's how her assassination invoked the wrath of Justinian I.
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Here's What May Have Happened If Germany Invaded The United Kingdom During WWII
The outcome of World War II is universally agreed to be one of the most — if not the most — defining events of the 20th century and all human history.
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How Different Religions Describe Hell
While hellfire and the devil with a pitchfork may be Christian constructs, many religions have their own ideas of what hell looks like.
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The Messed Up Truth About The French Town Nazis Torched
When it comes to Oradour-sur-Glane, unanswered questions abound. Here's the messed up truth about the French village razed and torched by the Nazis.
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The Origin Of The Phrase Give Up The Ghost
The phrase "give up the ghost" has become common in our everyday vernacular, but where does it actually come from. Turns out, it has roots in the Holy Bible.
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What The Final Months Of Napoleon's Life Were Like
Napoleon Bonaparte met his tragic demise in exile on the island of St. Helena, and many suspect he was poisoned. This is what his final months were really like.
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