How The Shape Of Arizona Was Decided
Arizona, the sixth-largest state in the country by area, has a notably unusual, rectangular-like shape, as do a few states in the Southwest.
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The Truth About The Nation's First First Lady, Martha Washington
George Washington, the "father of our country," had a long and by all accounts happy marriage. Who was the woman who worked at his side for all those years?
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The Real Reason We Eat Cranberry Sauce On Thanksgiving
Cranberry sauce has become just as vital of a tradition on a Thanksgiving table as the turkey itself, but how did this side dish earn its place?
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The Real Reason We Break The Wishbone On Thanksgiving
Traditions abound on Thanksgiving Day, from the time of the meal to the foods served. Ever wonder where that tradition about breaking the wishbone came from?
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The Mystery Behind Disappearing And Murdered Grateful Dead Fans
The mystery behind disappearing and murdered Grateful Dead fans has been ongoing since at least 1985.
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Did JFK Have An Illegitimate Love Child?
A famous figure, known for numerous romantic relationships, is bound to be the subject of rumored illegitimate children. John Kennedy was no exception.
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What Really Happened After Nero Died?
Most countries try to arrange an orderly succession of power. Historically, some have been more successful than others. Take, for instance, post-Nero Rome.
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The Worst Air Accident In Film History Led To 10 Devastating Deaths
Fatal accidents continue to occur on film sets, despite rigorous safety standards and precautions. It was worse in the early days of the movies.
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The Truth About 'Mob Queen' Virginia Hill
Virginia Hill was born one of 10 children in a burned-out boomtown in rural Alabama but died in Austria as an infamous mobster.
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How Thanksgiving In Canada Is Different Than In The U.S.
But though Thanksgiving is a revered holiday among many Americans, it is not solely an American holiday. Canada also celebrates.
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The Real Reason Canada Celebrates Thanksgiving
Canada and the United States have their own Thanksgiving holidays. What is the difference between the two, and how did the Canadian Thanksgiving get started?
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The 1928 Bible Film That Allegedly Killed 3 People And Injured Countless Others
There have been many accidental deaths that took place on the set of Hollywood films, including the 3 people who allegedly died on the set of 1928's Noah's Ark.
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What James Earl Ray's Life In Prison Was Really Like
James Earl Ray, confessed assassin of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., spent decades behind bars. He wasn't considered troublesome -- except when he was escaping.
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What Is Asatru, Iceland's Indigenous Religion?
Iceland has always been a place of uniqueness and extremes. Its rugged, imposingly beautiful landscapes look like a vision into pre-history.
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The Real Reason Maryland Was Founded
The colony of Maryland was established with the aim of providing a peaceful existence for English settlers of Catholic background.
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How Ancient Babylon's Ishtar Gate Ended Up In Germany
Babylon was the heart of multiple empires, including two under its own name, and became a cherished prize of Alexander the Great when he defeated King Darius.
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The American President Believed To Have Had The Lowest IQ
Intelligence is important, especially when you're running a country. We all hope the presidents are bright. Nevertheless, were some smarter than others?
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The Real Reason The First U.S. Roller Coaster Was Created
The first roller coaster in the United States opened in 1884 at Coney Island.
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What We Know About The Vikings Who Landed In North America Before Columbus
A group of researchers are applying hard science to discover the truths of Viking sagas about exploration and settlement in North America 1,000 years ago.
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What Really Happened After Rasputin Died?
Rasputin exerted intense emotional power over the Russian royal family before the Bolshevik revolution. What were the consequences after his murder?
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Why Everything We Know About Medieval Hygiene Is A Myth
Everybody knows that the Middle Ages were a filthy, germy period in human history, with waste everywhere and not a bathtub to be had. Actually, maybe not.
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The Real Reason The Indus Civilization Collapsed
Civilizations rise and civilizations fall, some faster and more completely than others. When it comes to ancient history, the question arises: Why?
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The Biggest Salem Witch Trial Theories: What Really Happened?
The compounded tragedy that is the Salem witch trials leave us scratching our modern-day heads. How could such a thing come about? More importantly, why?
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The Truth About The 900-Year-Old Crusader Sword Found Near Israel
Talk about diving into history: An amateur scuba enthusiast recently recovered a sword believed to date back to the Crusades -- 900 years, by some estimates.
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Thomas Jefferson's IQ Will Surprise You
Defenders of the president will often state that the chief executive is "a lot smarter than you think." Now, research has determined past presidents' IQ scores.
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Why Do Some States Not Allow Billboards?
They're ugly and there are way too many of them. We all can't stand billboards, but we're used to them. But residents of these states never have to see them.
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Nobel Prizes Given Out To Undeserving Winners
These Nobel Prizes winners were pretty undeserving of the award.
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