Whatever Happened To The Menendez Brothers' Home?
In August 1989, Erik and Lyle Menendez infamously murdered their parents in their Beverly Hills mansion on North Elm Drive. Here's what happened to it.
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The Real Meaning Behind David Bowie's Heroes
The meaning behind David Bowie's "Heroes" was inspired by a historical place but the song itself may have helped propel the destruction of that same structure.
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What Life Was Really Like In The WWI Trenches
Trenches were essentially an exercise in misery during World War I. Here's what life within them was really like for soldiers on both sides of the war.
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Bonfire Night: Your Guide To The Fall Celebration
Bonfire Night is celebratory, but its origins come from an assassination attempt that led to the deaths of several men. Here's a guide to the fall celebration.
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What's The Difference Between Day Of The Dead And All Souls Day?
Day of the Dead and All Souls Day fall around the same time, and both are focused on deceased loved ones. But they aren't the same thing. Here's the difference.
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How Much Do The World Series Champions Make?
You might imagine that MLB World Series champions make a good chunk of change for their victory. That's true, but the process is complicated.
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How Is A Catholic Relic Made?
Catholic relics can be found in every Catholic church across the world. But how exactly are they made? Well, the answer is a bit complicated.
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Why The Number 7 Is Considered Good Luck
The number seven is considered good luck in various cultures - but why? To answer this question, we need to pull from the fields of history and science.
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The Dark Truth Of The Most Haunted Bridges In The World
Haunted bridges are a pretty common trope in spooky stories. Whether fact or fiction, many bridges across the globe have a scary story attached to them.
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Famous People Who Passed Through Ellis Island
Ellis Island, New York, was the first port of call for immigrants for over half a century. Masses of people have passed through, including a few famous ones.
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What John Lennon's Rumored Last Meal Was
What was the last thing musician John Lennon ate before he was shot and killed on December 8, 1980? Here's what we know about his rumored last meal.
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What Happened To Bill Clinton's Inaugural Ball Saxophone?
During his inauguration ball on January 19, 1993, former president Bill Clinton busted out his saxophone. Here's what happened to the instrument.
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The Tragic Tale Of Queen Elizabeth II's Cousins, Katherine And Nerissa
Nerissa and Katherine Bowes-Lyon were first cousins of Queen Elizabeth II who were sent to live in a Victorian-era institution. Then they were forgotten about.
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The Magna Carta Is More Important Than You Probably Realize. Here's Why
The Magna Carta was issued by England's King John in 1215 C.E., but its infuence has rippled all the way into the present. Here's why it's so important.
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Surprising Things That Happen After The United States Declares War
The U.S. declares war once in a while, and most people associate this with the mobilization of troops. But there is a lot more that can, and has, occurred.
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The Origins Of Day Of The Dead
Day of the Dead decor like sugar skulls have become ubiquitous at U.S retailers but the origins of the holiday go back to ancient Mesoamerican peoples.
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What It Was Like To Be At The March On Washington
The March on Washington in 1963 was a watershed moment in American and Black history, changing the lives of many who were there.
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The Perfumes Marilyn Monroe Reportedly Couldn't Get Enough Of
Legendary actress Marilyn Monroe had two perfumes in particular that she seemed to stick with. Here's what they are and what we know about them.
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Every Amendment After The Bill Of Rights Explained
Not all Constitutional amendments are as famous as the first 10. Here is each one after the Bill of Rights explained and the circumstances that led to them.
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This Was Napoleon's Last Meal
Napolean Bonaparte spent his last years in exile, but by most standards he was still pampered with food and libations. This was his last meal.
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Things That Were Normal In Schools 70 Years Ago
The 1950s was a time of changing childhoods. Here are some things that were commonplace in the 1950s that have largely vanished from American schools today.
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The Easy Way To Find Shipwrecks On Google Earth
Did you know that you can use Google Earth to find shipwrecks? It's easier than it sounds. Here's how all you would-be adventurers can do it.
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The Dark History Of Death By Immurement
Immurement is rather simple: Lock someone in a box and watch them die. Or build an encasement around them from the ground up.
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What Will Brexit Mean For Northern Ireland?
The United Kingdom's departure from the European Union -- Brexit -- means huge challenges for the UK's future relationship with the Republic of Ireland.
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This Is Why Erik The Red Moved To Iceland
Erik the Red, aka Eirikr rauði Þorvaldsson, got his nickname allegedly for his fiery ginger hair and beard and tempestuous nature. He discovered Greenland, too.
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The Real Reason Kentucky Separated From Virginia
Originally, the 13 colonies formed the first United States. Today there are 50 states, with unique histories. One story is Kentucky's break from Virginia.
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The Real Reason Rhode Island Didn't Attend The Constitutional Convention
Considering the fact that they joined forces to defeat the British Empire, you'd think the new United States would be, well, united afterward. Not necessarily.
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