What JonBenét Ramsey's Ransom Note Really Said
The JonBenét Ramsey murder case is among the most-discussed crimes in recent history — in no small part due to its bizarre ransom note. Here's what it said:
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The Truth About Vincent Gigante's Attempted Murder Of Frank Costello
On that fateful night, Vincent Gigante waited for Frank Costello to return home from dinner with his wife.
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The Truth About The Ten-Day War
The Ten-Day War (also known as the Slovenian War of Independence) was a brief military conflict. What was it all about?
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How Much Jonas Salk's Polio Vaccine Would Have Been Worth Had He Patented It
Journalist Edward R. Murrow asked Salk who owned the vaccine patent: His reply: "Well, the people, I would say. There is no patent. Could you patent the sun?"
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This Is What Happened To Pablo Escobar's Colombia Estate
Pablo Escobar's Hacienda Nápoles estate was the stuff of legends, thanks to its exotic animals and its Medellín Cartel connection — but now it's a theme park.
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The Tragic Death Of Omayra Sanchez
The tragic death of Omayra Sanchez might have been lost to the world of natural disaster statistics had it not been for the 60-hour effort to rescue her.
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The Tragic Death Of Stowaway Keith Sapsford
The tragic photo of 14-year-old stowaway Keith Sapsford falling from an Japan Airlines flight was seen around the world. This the sad story behind the photo.
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The Real Reason The Queen Doesn't Need A License Plate To Drive Her Car
Unlike nearly every other head of state in the world -- for instance, President Biden -- the United Kingdom's Queen Elizabeth is often seen driving a vehicle.
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The Origin Of Operation London Bridge, The Detailed Plan For Queen Elizabeth II's Death
Operation London Bridge is the codename for what happens after Queen Elizabeth II, the current monarch of the United Kingdom and head of the Commonwealth, dies.
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False Things You Believe About William Wallace
Braveheart was an absolute classic, but Mel Gibson took more than a few liberties with the story. Here are some false things you believe about William Wallace.
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The Real Reason Spain Sold The Philippine Islands To The United States
The era of Spanish influence was ending, the age of US imperialism was starting. This is the real reason Spain sold the Philippine Islands to the United States.
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Could H.H. Holmes And Jack The Ripper Be The Same Person?
Jack the Ripper and H.H. Holmes' deeds were committed in London and Chicago, respectively, but the geographical discrepancy can be explained.
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What Are The Queen's Beasts? We Explain
There are tons of heraldic devices. Some have become not just symbols of families, but symbols of English nobility. And that's where the Queen's Beasts come in.
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The Worst Things Ivan The Terrible Ever Did
Ivan the Terrible is known as a cruel ruler who waged wars at the expense of his subjects and ruthlessly eliminated his domestic political opponents.
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Rules British Ladies-In-Waiting Must Follow
A lady-in-waiting is a woman who attends to the various needs of female members of a royal family. Here are the rules British ladies-in-waiting must follow.
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How John Dillinger May Have Reformed The FBI
The FBI is a large law enforcement agency known for going after criminals and terrorists, and it was John Dillinger that helped it greatly expand.
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These Are The Most Notorious Female Pirates In History
Not only were quite a few women part of the pirate life, but they have some deeply fascinating stories. These are the most notorious female pirates in history.
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The Tragic History Of The 20th Century Armenian Genocide
In 1915-18, there was a systematic extermination of the Armenian people in the Ottoman Empire. Here's the tragic history of the 20th century Armenian Genocide.
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Eduard Einstein: What You Should Know About Albert Einstein's Forgotten Son
Albert Einstein, the renowned physicist whose wild grey hair has become an iconic symbol of scientific genius, once had a son with a remarkable mind of his own.
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Here's What Happens To A Body When It's Embalmed
The ancient Egyptians developed the technique of embalming after the tombs they created for their dead proved inadequate for curbing decomposition.
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What Was Shock G's Net Worth When He Died?
Rapper Shock G, who became iconic for sporting a big fake nose and for the classic hit song "The Humpty Dance," was found dead in his Tampa hotel room April 22.
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The Story Of The Man Who Introduced Hotdogs To Baseball Fans
Who was the 'Earl of Sandwich of the Hotdog World,' so to speak, who introduced this delicious savory treat to the lives of decades of ball park baseball fans?
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Space Food Is Nothing Like It Used To Be. Here's Why
The food served to astronauts in space has improved leaps and bounds from the early years of the U.S. and Soviet space programs. Personnel are surely grateful.
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This Is The Most Powerful Church In The World
Wealth often translates into power. If power is defined by wealth, there isn't even a close second to the most powerful religious organization in the world.
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The Real Reason France Sold The Louisiana Territory To The United States
In 1803, Napoleon sold the Louisiana Territory to the U.S., but why? Here's the real reason France sold the Louisiana territory to the United States.
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The Mystery Of The CIA Sculpture Explained
The CIA's "Kryptos" sculpture has intrigued professional cryptologists and everyday puzzle-lovers since its installation, yet its meaning is yet to be cracked.
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The Truth About Prince Philip's Last Portrait
Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, who died on April 9, 2021, sat for a last portrait in 2017 before retiring from public service. He spent an hour posing.
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