The Time A Nuclear Nightmare Almost Took Place In North Carolina
Not everyone was aware of the sheer magnitude that a nuclear bomb could prove. In 1961, one North Carolina region nearly experienced just such an incident.
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Benito Mussolini And King Victor Emmanuel III Of Italy's Relationship Explained
Mussolini is remembered as a fascist leader who allied with Hitler during World War II. But what was his relationship with Italian King Victor Emmanuel III?
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What This Key West Resident Has Written On Their Gravestone Tells It Like It Is
A gravestone's epitaph can tell a lot about the person interred there. Some even show the decedent's sense of humor. Such is the case at Key West Cemetery.
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The Shipwreck Frozen In Time In A Norwegian Lake
The recent discovery of a shipwreck that appears frozen in time located in Norway's Lake Mjøsa leads scientists on a whole new path of underwater discovery.
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One Theory Suggests Jack The Ripper Was Also Texas' Infamous Servant Girl Annihilator
Are London's Jack the Ripper and Austin's Servant Girl Annihilator connected? Here are the similarities and differences between the crime sprees.
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The Iri Of Ancient Egypt Was Given A Job Title Unlike Any Other
The ancient Egyptians are remembered for their elaborate rituals, beautiful temples, and robust religion. One such title was the Iri, who had an unlikely job.
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The Deadliest Smogs In History
Scientists have known smog to have negative health impacts for centuries, yet they continue to occur. Here are some of the deadliest smogs in history.
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Why One Of The Worst Calls In World Cup History Led Pelé To Consider Leaving The Sport
Brazilian soccer player Pelé's talents were so formidable, opponents were sometimes drawn to desperate measures to try to keep his team from winning.
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Elon Musk And Donald Trump's Tumultuous Relationship Explained
Donald Trump and Elon Musk are two of the world's most controversial figures, and since they both have enormous power, their paths have intertwined.
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The Unlikely Weapon Featured In The World's Oldest Narrative Carving
The carving has been informally dubbed the "Sayburç relief" after the name of the archaeological site where it was found in Turkey.
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Why Peter III Of Russia Once Had A Rat Put On Trial And Executed
Russia's Peter III once put a rat on trial and executed it, as punishment for committing a crime. Here's what the rat did to deserve execution.
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The Suspected Strained Relationship Between Little Hercules And His Father
The boy once known as Little Hercules, Richard Sandrak, had a suspected strained relationship with his father.
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How A Rumor About Elon Musk's Family Emerald Mine Fortune Took A Life Of Its Own
Elon Musk is one of the most recognizable and controversial figures alive today. Here's how a rumor about a family emerald mine fortune took a life of its own.
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The Unusual Material Used For Bridal Gowns During WWII
Women during and after World War II were resourceful in making their wedding gowns.
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The Stunning Discovery Made Under The Surface Of A 160-Year-Old Painting
Artist Paul Cézanne may have hidden one of his most fascinating works beneath layers of paint.
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Franco Harris And Vietnam Vet Rocky Bleier Made History While Sharing A Backfield
Franco Harris was not alone in rushing for 1,000 yards in 1976 — so did Rocky Bleier. Together, they were only the second pair of NFL players to have done so.
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Meet Benny Benson, The 13-Year-Old Who Designed Alaska's State Flag
The design for the Alaskan state flag was made by a 13-year-old boy named John Bell ("Benny") Benson. Read more about the flag's fascinating history.
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Why The US' Operation Tidal Wave Proved To Be An Early Failure In WWII
On paper, the U.S. WWII mission "Operation Tidal Wave" seemed like a strategic move. But due to miscalculations and pilot errors, it turned into a catastrophe.
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How An Ancient Roman Symbol Became Associated With The Politics Of Benito Mussolini
From the Roman Empire to the Lincoln Memorial, from Italian fascists to the alt-right America of today, this ancient emblem continues to endure.
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Who Is David Hahn, And Why Was He Called The Radioactive Boy Scout?
Who was the Radioactive Boy Scout, and how did he earn the strange nickname? Meet David Hahn, whose talent for chemistry sent him down an odd path.
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How Some Manhattan Project Scientists Attempted To Prevent The Use Of The Atomic Bomb
Oddly enough, some of the very scientists involved with the creation of the atomic bomb objected to its use.
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How The 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates Made MLB History With An Inclusive Decision
The 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates made MLB history with an inclusive decision but no one even noticed until a couple of innings into the game.
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What Life In Prison Is Like For NXIVM Cult Leader Keith Raniere
Keith Raniere's life in prison has been difficult, and it appears as though the NXIVM cult leader still has a long, hard road ahead of him behind bars.
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How Many People Are On Death Row In 2022?
Though executions have become more controversial in the last decades, 27 states still have the death penalty. Here's how many people are on death row in 2022.
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The History Of The Argentinian Flag
Argentina's flag, like that of just about every other country in the world, is rife with historic and cultural symbolism. So what is its history?
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How Airplane Turbulence Can Cause Injuries
In a single flight on December 2022, 36 people on a flight were injured from severe turbulence.
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Why J. Robert Oppenheimer Leaving Cambridge Was The Best Thing That Could Happen For Him
J. Robert Oppenheimer has a complicated legacy. Now, for a detailed look into the scientist's extensive academic career, including his stint at Cambridge.
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