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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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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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 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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How Vlad The Impaler Was Even More Evil Than You Think
While he's considered a national hero of Romania, Vlad the Impaler has gone down in history as one of the most violent, sadistic rulers in history.
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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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The Untold Truth Of Abraham From The Bible
Abraham first appears in the Book of Genesis in the Hebrew Bible and lived a nomadic life after leaving his birthplace of Ur, Mesopotamia. Here's his story.
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Civil War Myths You Always Thought Were True
The facts of the Civil War are still hotly debated, as the war remains a contentious subject today. Here are some of the myths you always thought were true.
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Why This Ancient Roman Object Still Remains A Mystery
The Roman dodecahedron dates back over 1,800 years, and remains a mystery even today. People are still speculating about what the object was used for.
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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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The Real Reason Queen Elizabeth Owns All Of The Dolphins And Swans In England
Why does Queen Elizabeth own all of the dolphins and swans in England? It might sound strange, but if we look back into history, we can find the answer.
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What Happened To Richard Nixon's Children?
What happened to Patricia Nixon Cox and Julie Nixon Eisenhower, the two daughters of the infamous former American head of state Richard Nixon? Let's find out!
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The Mysterious Death Of Pope John Paul I
Catholics and non-Catholics admire Pope John Paul II, but most haven't heard of his predecessor, John Paul I. This is the mysterious death of Pope John Paul I.
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The Theory About 1995 That Changes Everything
Award-winning journalist W. Joseph Campbell, claims that the '90s hold great significance for society. Campbell picks out one year for special attention — 1995.
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The Strange Task Taken On By One Of Queen Elizabeth's Servants
One of Queen Elizabeth's servants, nicknamed "Cinders" (after Cinderella), has the strange job of breaking in the queen's loafer shoes.
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What Steve McQueen's On-Set Behavior Was Really Like
Steve McQueen's on-set behavior reveals a very different — and much less admirable — side to his personality than we see in his movies. Let's take a look.
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This Is How The New York Mets Got Their Name
The Mets are one of New York City's two baseball teams, but where did the name come from? Here's how the historic franchise first got its name.
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The Unsolved Mystery Of Cynthia Anderson's Disappearance
Cynthia Anderson went to work as a legal secretary for a law firm one morning 40 years ago. Witnesses saw her in the office, but by noon, she was missing.
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This Is How Old These People Were When They Were Assassinated
Throughout history, varying leaders have been killed for reasons both personal and political. This is how old these people were when they were assassinated.
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