What Was The Boston Massacre And Why Did It Happen?
The Boston Massacre was a key moment preceding the Revolutionary War, a microcosm of simmering tensions between the colonists and their British enforcers.
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The Dark History Of Collegiate Greek Life
Joining a fraternity or sorority has been a defining part of college life for over a century. But its history has not always been as illustrious as its alumni.
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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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What It Was Really Like Witnessing JFK's Assassination
Interviews with Secret Service agents and bystanders revealed what it was really like witnessing JFK's assassination.
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The Untold Truth Of Schoolhouse Rock!
In the early '70s, a team of advertisers combined kids' skill at remembering lyrics with the need to teach complex ideas. And so, "Schoolhouse Rock!" was born.
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The True Story Of The 'Wise Gals' Of The CIA
During World War II, the U.S. government created the direct predecessor of the CIA. Women played a huge role in espionage but working in that role wasn't easy.
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The Accusers At The Center Of The Salem Witch Trials
The Salem Witch Trials make up one of the most shocking tales from American history. Here's the story of the accusers at the center of it all.
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What Monarchs Do After They Abdicate
Throughout history, several monarchs have abdicated due to health, political unrest, or simply because they were done with ruling.
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How Killers Of The Flower Moon Differs From The True Story
Martin Scorsese brought David Grann's book "Killers of the Flower Moon" to life in 2023. But how close to the reality did the film stay, and what was left out?
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Women Who Led Successful Rebellions
These historic revolts were as different as the women who led them – some were bloodless, others resulted in burned cities and hundreds of casualties.
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Who Were The Oldest Presidents?
While 35 is the minimum age to run for president of the United States, there's no maximum. Here are the oldest presidents throughout history.
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The Mastermind Behind The Jump Scare
The jump scare is everywhere nowadays, but this wasn't always the case. To trace its origins, we have to look back to a 1942 B horror movie.
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Did Jesus Really Teach His Disciples To Hate Their Families?
The Bible says a lot of things, including a passage in which Jesus tells his disciples to hate their families. What did he really mean in those teachings?
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Secrets Uber Doesn't Want You To Know
Uber has become a modern convenience. There's more than meets the eye here, though, and here are some stories to keep in mind when you dial up your next ride.
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Products That Prove We've Gone Too Bacon-Crazy
Bacon is, without a doubt, the tastiest meat of all. Unfortunately, many bacon abominations exist that will make even the most devoted bacon nut cry uncle.
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Messed Up Things From The Vietnam War
As Americans were rocked by social shifts, the Vietnam War's many faults shook their collective conscience. When its cruelties were known, many were horrified.
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Americans Being Evacuated From War-Torn Countries Isn't Free. Here's How It Works
It might sound callous, but Americans have to pay to be evacuated from war-torn countries. Here's how the process works - and when it was legislated.
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Why Natalee Holloway's Disappearance Remained Unsolved For So Long
In 2005, the disappearance of Natalee Holloway gained international attention, as the 18-year-old high school student seemingly vanished without a trace.
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How William Shakespeare May Have Helped Steal A Theater
William Shakespeare is known to the world as many things. Actor. Playwright. Poet. Wordsmith. But what if I were to tell you he was also quite likely a thief?
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The Time Jackie Kennedy Opened A School In The White House
From the beginning of her term as first lady, Jackie Kennedy prioritized her family and maintaining their privacy - which is what led to a White House school.
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The Stunning Story Of The Woman Who Survived Three Ship Disasters
Violet Constance Jessop may have been one of the luckiest women in the world. In addition to nearly dying as a child, she survived three ship disasters.
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The Untold Truth Of Golda Meir
It's clear that Israel as we know it wouldn't exist without the wit and leadership of Golda Meir - but how much do you know about the iconic leader, really?
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The Only US President Who Spoke English As A Second Language
Martin Van Buren was the eighth president and the first to have been born in the United States, while all of his predecessors were all born under colonial rule.
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Why The 1996 Women's Basketball Team's Gold Medal Was So Important
For 24 years the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) has been one of the primary outlets for women in what was previously a male-dominated sport.
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The Surprising Thing Paul Revere Did At The Battle Of Bunker Hill Battleground
Paul Revere got the job done - whether silversmithing, warning Americans of invasion, amateur dentistry, or even ... digging through piles of corpses.
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Here's How Van Gogh Really Felt About The Starry Night
"The Starry Night," continues to intrigue people with its swirling blues and yellows creating an unforgettable nighttime sky over a slumbering village.
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What Experts Think Elite Egyptians Once Did To Lower Class Mummies
When you think of ancient Egypt, certain images come to mind: pyramids, the Sphinx, and mummies. These linen-wrapped human and animal corpses were preserved.
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