5 Things In Antarctica That Can Be A Death Sentence
Antarctica remains one of Earth's final frontiers. The entire continent is a stony, frozen, barren expanse of snow drifts, craggy peaks, and shifting glaciers.
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Why These Famous Historical Figures Were Acquitted Of Murder
Lizzie Borden's acquittal has become the stuff of legend, but she's not the only famous historical figure who was accused -- and then acquitted -- of murder.
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Why It's Illegal To Own A Bald Eagle Feather
Despite being harmless in itself, the taking of a bald eagle feather is technically illegal and could land you a hefty fine - or even prison time.
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The Messed Up World Of Andrew Tate
In 2022, Andrew Tate became one of the most searched names on Google, although the reasons were quite disturbing. Here is the messed up world of Andrew Tate.
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Rita Jenrette: Texan Playboy Model Turned Italian Princess
Princess Rita Jenrette Boncompagni Ludovisi left her stately Italian villa - Casino dell'Aurora - for the last time in April 2023 as paparazzi snapped photos.
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The Deadliest Bus Accidents Ever
When things do go bad on a bus, they do so in a very dramatic way. Here are some of the deadliest bus accidents from around the world.
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Drivers Killed During The Indy 500
Few things are more American than the Indy 500: It's even held on Memorial Day weekend. But some drivers have paid for the sport with their lives.
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Why Graves Of The Unknown And Poor Are Called Potter's Fields
Some of society's most marginalized, particularly the poor and homeless, might remain unrecognized in death. Why are their graves called potter's fields?
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Why Djibouti Has So Many Foreign Military Bases
Located on the eastern coast of the African continent near the Middle East, it's very easy to overlook Djibouti in favor of its more well-known neighbors.
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The Biggest Controversies To Hit The New York Times
The New York Times is one of America's most venerated newspapers, but it also has countless scandals under its belt. Here are some of its biggest controversies.
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Why Nuns Cover Their Hair
Women keeping their heads covered when engaged in religious practices has been a longstanding tradition. Here's why nuns, in particular, cover their hair.
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The FBI Documents Detailing A Plot To Kill Queen Elizabeth In 1983 Explained
In 1983, the Federal Bureau of Investigation was working overtime to try and stop what the agency had deemed a credible threat to Queen Elizabeth's life.
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Things Found In Old Churches That Caused A Stir
When it comes to old churches, sometimes a good rummage in the basement - or just behind the altar - is enough to get eyebrows raising and tempers flaring.
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The Messed Up Reason Tina Turner Had To Change Her Name
Tina Turner was never intended to be Anna Mae Bullock's own, specific stage name, no matter how she came to own and embody it. Here's the story behind the name.
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The History Behind LGBTQ+ Explained
Gender expression and representations of non-heteronormative sexuality come with a lot of new labels. Here's a brief explainer of the meaning behind LGBTQ+.
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What Being An Archaeologist In The 1800s Was Really Like
In the 19th century, public interest and advances in science transformed archaeology. Here's what being an archaeologist in the 1800s was really like.
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Crown Jewels That Mysteriously Went Missing
The vanishing acts pulled by these crown jewels have been shrouded in both mystery and interesting history. Here's what we know about the missing treasures.
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The Nazis' War Against 'Degenerate Art'
The Nazis cemented a reputation for destruction, and it even extended to certain artists and their works. Here is the Nazis' war against 'degenerate art.'
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Things You Get Wrong About Appalachia
Today, many people's impressions of Appalachia are based on media like "Hillbilly Elegy." These are some of the things you're getting wrong about Appalachia.
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The Harsh Reality Of The Olive Oil Industry
From its connections to organized crime to a devastating plague that could wipe out entire olive groves, here's the harsh truth about the olive oil industry.
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What Is Mensa And How Do You Qualify For It?
Is that really all that Mensa is? Is it just a club for smart folks with a reputation for unrepentant elitism? Well, let's take a look, shall we?
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What Happened To Roberto Canessa After The Crash Of Flight 571?
How far would you go to survive? That was the question survivors of Flight 571 faced when their plane slammed into an Andean mountain in 1972.
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The Dumbest Assassination Attempts In History
Plots to permanently erase prominent individuals can sometimes pass into the realm of the absurd. Here are the dumbest assassination attempts in history.
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The Mystery Of The Holy Lance Used In Jesus' Crucifixion
Rumored to be an object of immense power, the Holy Lance has inspired the imaginations of the religious, the curious, the power-hungry, and the crackpot.
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This Was The First Person To Die At The Indy 500
Car racing is inherently dangerous, but when the Indy 500 started, they didn't even have seatbelts. This was the first person to die at the Indy 500.
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What Happened To Flight 571's Survivors After The Harrowing 1972 Crash?
The survivors of ill-fated Flight 571 turned to cannibalism in desperation. A total of 16 people survived to be rescued, but what happened to them after that?
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The Reason Memorial Day Always Falls On A Monday
What's now known as Memorial Day was first celebrated in the U.S. after the Civil War ended in the 1860s. Here's why it always falls on a Monday.
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