The Biggest And Most Famous Hacks In History
Today, hacking is alarmingly common, with countless people becoming victims. From Reddit to Meta, here are some of the biggest and most famous hacks in history.
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The Troubling Reason So Many American Places Are Named After The Devil
You may have noticed that lots of places in America are named after the devil. If we take a look back in history, there's a disturbing reason for this pattern.
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Famous People Who Were Almost On The Titanic
Of the over 2,200 passengers on the Titanic, more than 1,500 perished. The deaths could have been more, if these famous historical figures had been on board.
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What Is Zoroastrianism And What Do Followers Believe?
Zoroastrianism predates all of the Judeo-Christian religions and may have influenced those belief systems. Still practiced, here's what followers believe.
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British Kings And Queens Who Outlived Their Children
The British monarchy makes the loss of an heir not just emotionally difficult, but politically as well. Here are British kings and queens who lost children.
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Why Most Of New Zealand Has Nobody Living In It
New Zealand, known to some as the place where series like "Lord of the Rings" were filmed. So why does most of the country have nobody living in it?
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Stephen Hawking's Final Act Of Kindness Happened After He Died
Stephen Hawking was a unique figure in humanity, his brilliance never dimmed by disability. He even planned an act of kindness for after he died.
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The Biggest Events Of 1912 (Besides The Titanic)
The sinking of the Titanic was a media sensation in 1912, but it was far from the only history-making event in a year of unrest, upheaval, and discovery.
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13 Artifacts Recovered From The Titanic Wreck
At least 1,500 people perished in the sinking of the Titanic on April 14, 1912. Here are 13 artifacts recovered from the wreck that they left behind.
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The Inspiration Behind Queen's Another One Bites The Dust
Queen's 1980 hit "Another One Bites the Dust" was their biggest selling single. This was the inspiration behind the song.
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How Many Books Are In The Library Of Congress?
The Library of Congress is the United States' de facto library and houses everything from books to sheet music and films. So how many books are there?
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South Florida Has A New Dialect. Here's What You Should Know
South Florida has a new dialect based on calque, or a linguistic term sometimes called a loan translation. Here's what you should know.
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How Ancient People Consumed Drugs (And Why)
Drugs can seem like a modern fad, but the reality is that ancient humans developed a complex and sophisticated understanding of drugs that still influences us.
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The Real Reason They Haven't Recovered The Titanic
The remains of the RMS Titanic still sit at the bottom of the ocean, where they have been since the passenger liner sunk in 1912. Here's why.
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People Throughout History Who May Have Been Killed By Meteorites
About 17 meteorites crash to Earth each day. History is full of unconfirmed reports that falling chunks of space rock have been responsible for various deaths.
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What To Do If You're In A Sinking Car
Though you've probably seen someone escape from a sinking car in a movie before, real life is a little different. Here's what to do if you're in this situation.
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Why White Buffalo Are So Revered By Indigenous People
White buffalo are revered by indigenous people in North America. Here's why the rare animals are part of native people's belief systems.
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The Story Of Abraham Lincoln's Last Descendant, Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith
Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith was the great-grandson of Abraham Lincoln, and ended up being the former president's last descendant. Here's his story.
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What Really Makes Fireworks Different Colors
Fireworks have long been a spectacle during large celebrations and the bigger and brighter the better. Here's what really makes fireworks different colors.
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Why Ancient Egyptians Would've Felt Right At Home Playing Dungeons & Dragons
Ancient Egyptians, who famously created the Pyramids at Giza, would've felt right at home playing Dungeons & Dragons. Don't believe it? Here's why.
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Can The Royal Family Get Drunk?
The British royal family has to follow plenty of rules that many might find unfamiliar or outdated, but what about alcohol? Can they get drunk?
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The East German Coffee Crisis Of The 1970s Explained
The East Germans could put up with a lot under socialism, but going without coffee was a red line. Here is the East German coffee crisis of the 1970s explained.
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Why It Took So Long To Find Julian Sands' Body
Actor Julian Sands disappeared in Janaury 2023 while hiking alone on Mount Baldy. His remains were found on June 24, 2023. Here's why it took so long.
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Why The World's Largest Glitter Consumer Remains A Mystery
The world's largest glitter consumer doesn't want it publicly known that they hold that title. It's not clear why, but there are plenty of theories.
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Paul McCartney Took Jesus To A Beatles Recording Session
There was a time when a man told Paul McCartney he was Jesus so McCartney took him to a Beatles recording session, just in case.
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The Devastating Effects Of The Vietnam War's Operation Ranch Hand
The Vietnam War is known for its many tragedies, but the U.S.'s use of herbicides is often overlooked. Here are the devastating effects of Operation Ranch Hand.
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What's Been Found In The Titan Sub Debris Field So Far
After implosion of the submersible Titan, an ROV continues to search the North Atlantic seafloor. This is what has been found in the sub debris field so far.
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