The Mythology Behind The Libra Constellation Explained
Libra, the seventh sign of the zodiac and the constellation between Scorpius and Virgo, is either represented by a woman holding a traditional balance scale.
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The Fascinating Way Ancient Romans Used The Bathroom
Roman bathrooms tended to have a very unusual distinction: the individual toilets were often very close together. But that's not all that was distinctive.
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This Is Where The First Thanksgiving Might Have Taken Place
As it turns out, the Massachusetts Pilgrims and their neighbors might not have been the first to celebrate Thanksgiving in what is now the United States.
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Why They Don't Advertise Cigarettes On TV Anymore
Here's why cigarettes are no longer promoted via television and radio advertisements in the United States.
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The Beverly Hills Supper Club Disaster Explained
The Beverly Hills Supper Club fire is considered one of the worst disasters in Kentucky's history and remains the third-deadliest nightclub fire in the U.S.
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The Messed Up Truth About Native American Reservations
Native American reservations were built on a messed up history of colonization by an invading government, genocide, and stolen land.
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What It Was Really Like To Travel Across The US In The 1800s
But the 1800s was a time of immense progress, especially in the area of transportation. Here’s what it was really like to travel across the U.S. in the 1800s.
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The Largest Volcanic Eruption In History Explained
Only a few a "supervolcanos" exist and one clearly sits above the rest: Indonesia's Toba. This is the largest known volcanic eruption in our planet's history.
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This Was The First President To Be Born In The United States
The United States rose from former English colonies; the first presidents were once English citizens. The first born a U.S. citizen to be elected president?
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Things About Venus That Remain A Mystery
Between manned flights, high-powered telescopes, and far-reaching space probes, we've learned a lot about our solar system, with one exception: Venus.
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Why Ancient Romans Used Crucifixion As Punishment
Humanity has worked overtime to develop ever more heinous ways to punish those perceived as criminals. One of the worst was the Roman practice of crucifixion.
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The Mystery Behind The Missing McStay Family Explained
The McStay family disappeared in 2010, and their remains were found almost four years later. Here's the most likely explanation behind the mystery.
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What The Wine Made By Ancient Romans Really Tasted Like
"Use a little wine, for thy stomach's sake," says the First Epistle to Timothy in the New Testament. The citizens of Ancient Rome would have agreed.
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The Most Popular Alcohol In America 50 Years Ago
Alcohol-based drinks are as subject to fad and fashion as anything else. Think Martinis in the 1930s. The 1970s had their special concoctions, too.
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Why People Think Meghan Markle Is Related To Serial Killer H.H. Holmes
Every family has its untidy secrets. The British Royal Family already has its share. But did Meghan Markle bring a new level of embarrassing ancestry with her?
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The Real Reason The Anasazi Civilization Disappeared
Kingdoms rise and kingdoms fall -- Egypt, Greece, Rome. The Americas were the site of civilizations as well, including the Aztecs and the mysterious Anasazi.
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The Origins Of Ancient Norse Mythology Explained
The MCU has made extensive use of (and adapted) aspects of Norse mythology. As for the mythology itself, it has deep roots in Scandinavian culture and history.
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Why Andrew Jackson Had A 1,400 Pound Block Of Cheese In The White House
Fans of The West Wing may think Andrew Jackson was a cheese-loving altruist, but here's the real reason he had a 1,400 block of cheese in the White House.
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The Truth About The Real Philosopher's Stone
The Philosopher's Stone (or Sorcerer's Stone, in the U.S.) was an important plot point in the Harry Potter saga. Was there any truth behind it?
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The Messed Up Truth Of Queen Victoria
Being Queen Victoria was a pretty sweet deal, but beneath the surface you'll find calamity and controversy. Here's the messed up truth of Queen Victoria.
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The Truth About Malcolm X's Relationship With Louis Farrakhan
Malcolm X and Louis Farrakhan had a long relationship -- friends, co-workers -- until it fractured, followed by Malcolm's 1965 murder. Was Farrakhan involved?
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What Really Happened After Alexander The Great Died?
Kingdoms rise and kingdoms fall, and Alexander the Great's kingdom was no exception. What happened to what was then the world's greatest empire when he died?
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Why Americans Say Merry Christmas
A difference between the American English and British English comes in how we wish each other well during the nativity season.
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The Strange Meal Wealthy People Ate During Medieval Times
The medieval period in Europe was a weird time: animals were put on trial, wars were fought by literal children, and soccer was played by kicking a bladder.
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The Story Behind The 1355 Riot Between Oxford Students And Townspeople
Confrontations and rivalries between college students and locals is something that anyone who has lived on or near a campus knows a lot about.
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Why Bea Arthur Didn't Like Working With Betty White
Though they played best friends on "Golden Girls," Bea Arthur was not particularly fond of working with Betty White. Here's why.
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World War II Stories That Sound Fake, But Aren't
World War II is full of shockingly bloody and awful things. But it's also full of things that make you go, "Wait, what? No, that's not real ... is it?"
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