The Tragic Truth About The Woman Who Nearly Assassinated Mussolini
On April 7, 1926, the Italian fascist dictator Benito Mussolini survived what would be the closest of four assassination attempts on his life.
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How The Seven Wonders Of The Natural World Were Chosen
Earth is filled with beauty and wonder, and choosing seven geographical locations as the most wondrous on the planet is no easy feat.
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What You Should Know About The Mysterious Georgia Guidestones
Located in a field about two hours northeast of Atlanta, the Georgia Guidestones cover 10 principles for a prosperous, enlightened future.
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Here's How Harold Shipman Was Finally Caught
Notorious British serial killer Harold Shipman was arrested in 1998, and by the time he was caught, he had killed over 200 people.
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How The Ford Family Really Got So Rich
The story goes Henry Ford invented the assembly line, used it to make cars, and became incredibly rich. But is it true? Here's how Henry Ford made his fortune.
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This Is The Most Powerful Empire In History
What empire in history fits the bill of most powerful, perhaps with some colorful history thrown in as well? For that, we should turn to ancient Rome.
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The Most Shocking True Crime Revelations, Every Year Since 1999
It seems 21st century audiences are positively obsessed with true crime. These are the most shocking true crime revelations, every year since 1999.
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The Surprising Thing J.D. Salinger Did While Writing 'The Catcher In The Rye'
J.D. Salinger's aimless drifting came to an end with the encouragement of a Columbia professor named Whit Burnett, who recognized Salinger's distinct talent.
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What You Didn't Know About Serial Killer Amelia Dyer
It's particularly creepy when the crimes are carried out against babies, and that was the case with Amelia Dyer, a "baby farmer" in 19th century England.
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The Caribbean Art Exhibit You Need Diving Equipment To Visit
MUSA Cancun is an underwater art exhibit that looks like it would be an ancient, mysterious site, if only weren't a mere decade-old installation.
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The Truth About Oneida, An 1800's 'Free Love' Utopian Community
Founded in 1841 by lawyer-turned-seminary student John Humphrey Noyes, Oneida, the "free love" community, lasted until 1879, at most numbering 300 people.
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How The Mellon Family Really Got So Rich
The Mellons are known as one of the top 30 richest families in the United States and can boast a combined net worth of around $11.5 billion.
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The Time Canada Was Raided By An Irish Secret Society
Canada was at one point held hostage by an Irish secret society called the Fenians hell-bent on taking Canada as revenge on the British.
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Details You Should Know About The Popemobile
If you see Pope Francis during one of his many public appearances, there's a good chance you'll see him riding in what's come to be known as the Popemobile.
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The Truth About Serial Killer Rosemary West's Childhood
Rosemary West was born in England in 1953 under difficult circumstances, and her brutal childhood helped turn her into a serial killer.
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Night Soil Men: Victorian England's Cesspit-Cleaning Professionals
Ranking up there with professional rat catchers, a night soil man did exactly what you might imagine: shovel waste out of cesspits in the middle of the night.
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The Messed Up Truth About The History Of Diving Horses
People paid to watch someone push (or ride) a horse off a platform as high as 60 feet to plunge into a pool of water only 10 feet deep. That was the show.
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This Was The Most Powerful First Lady In American History
Historians have debated the nature of Edith Wilson's role in the White House. However, it's clear that she was the most powerful First Lady in American history.
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What Actually Happened To Titanic Survivor Madeleine Astor
The Astors booked First Class passage to New York on the new vessel, the RMS Titanic, in the spring of 1912. Neither seemed concerned when the ship hit ice.
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The Skull That Altered Antarctica's History
Antarctica is one of Earth's lasting mysteries, and a skull found in the South Shetland Islands alters our perception of the continent.
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The Most Powerful Criminal In History
It's a little weird that you can just Google known criminal organizations and up pops a list of "top 5" crime syndicates on Fortune, like Oscars favorites.
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How A Mistake Led To The Formation Of The Salton Sea
Ever make a mistake, try to make the best of it, and just hope no one notices? That's kind of the story of the Salton Sea, a former expanse of man-made lake.
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The Truth About Sister Norma Pimentel's Relationship With The Pope
Sister Norma Pimentel was selected as one of The 100 Most Influential People of 2020 by Time, which referred to her as "the Pope's favorite nun."
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The Earthquake That Nearly Destroyed The Winchester Mystery House
The Winchester Mystery House is every bit as mysterious as the name suggests, and it was almost destroyed by a natural disaster.
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The Truth About What Happened To The Titanic Orphans
The two young Titanic survivors spoke only French, and even when authorities were able to find a translator, the boys just answered "Oui" to everything.
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Which Pope Had The Shortest Reign Of All Time?
When the job is just too much to delegate, popes can -- and have -- stepped down. Perhaps the most famous (and certainly most recent) example is Benedict XVI.
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The Story Behind The Wall Street Bombing Of 1920
Before September 11, 2001, the worst attack in New York City was the bombing of Wall Street in 1920. But this bombing quickly faded out of people's memory.
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