Why Kyoto Was Spared From The Atomic Bomb, Leaving Nagasaki To Take Its Place
The Japanese city of Kyoto was spared from the atomic bomb, leaving Nagasaki to take its place at the last minute. Here's why.
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The Best History Books Of 2022
Here are some of the most fabulous history books in 2022, all of which were critically acclaimed by book reviewers and highly recommended by major outlets.
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Why Both Keith Richards And Queen Elizabeth Objected To Mick Jagger's Knighthood
Rolling Stone's guitarist Keith Richards and Queen Elizabeth II objected to Mick Jagger's 2003 knighthood. Both had their own reasons. Here's why.
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What Is Doxxing, And Why Is It So Dangerous?
Elon Musk suspended several journalists from Twitter, accusing them of doxxing him. But what is doxxing, and why is it so dangerous?
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Discoveries In Egypt That Changed What We Know
There remains quite a lot to uncover about ancient Egypt and its people. Here are some discoveries in Egypt that changed what we know.
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Jonathan Moulton: The American Founder Who Outsmarted The Devil
Many individuals throughout history -- American and otherwise -- are referred to eventually as "legendary," though some accrue more legends than others.
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Europeans May Have Been A Couple Centuries Late To 'Discover' Antarctica
When discussing human history, the word "discover" gets tossed around a lot, mostly in terms of Europeans stumbling across land masses they hadn't seen before.
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The Centuries-Old Shipwreck Discovered On Daytona Beach In Florida
Archeologists are working to identify the centuries-old shipwreck discovered on Daytona Beach in Florida that had been buried under the sand.
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The Biggest Asteroid Impacts In Earth's History
Plenty of asteroids have struck Earth for over billions of years, sometimes with disastrous effects. Here are the biggest asteroid impacts in Earth's history.
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The Only Two US National Historic Landmarks That Can Move
When you think about National Historic Landmarks, you're probably thinking of something fixed, like maybe the carvings on Mount Rushmore. But there's more.
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The Messed Up Truth About The Cuyahoga River Fires
For over 100 years, the Cuyahoga River, which runs through downtown Cleveland, intermittently burst into flames as industrial waste was dumped into the waters.
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Chilling Stories From San Quentin
The death penalty is a well-established part of American history — and for a lot of that history, the nation's most infamous death row was at San Quentin.
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Why Niccolò Paganini's Renowned Talent Led People To Believe He Was Touched By The Devil
Individuals with extraordinary talent often inspire not only admiration, but even awe, from those who admire them, with questions like "How do they do that?"
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The Messed Up Truth About Being A Performer At Woodstock
Woodstock has far outlived anything its founders could have imagined, but it wasn't all "peace and music." Here's the messed up truth about performing there.
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Why King Victor Emmanuel III's Controversial Life Affected His Burial
King Victor Emmanuel III of Italy ruled his country during the first half of the 20th century, which was arguably a pretty tumultuous time in history.
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The Panjandrum Went From The Allies' Super Weapon Of WWII To An Embarrassing Failure
The Panjandrum was the perfect weapon in theory but its execution resulted in a disaster.
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President Eisenhower's Battle With Conservative Conspiracy Group The John Birch Society
Public figures, particularly national leadership, are the subject of all manner of risk -- sometimes physical, but sometimes of a cruel, personal nature.
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The Disturbing, Unsolved Mystery Of The 'Charlie Chop-Off' Killer
The 'Charlie Chop-Off' killer targeted young dark-skinned boys in New York in the 1970s. This is the disturbing, unsolved mystery of those crimes.
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A Guitar Thought To Once Belong To Marie Antoinette Could Be Worth Tens Of Thousands
Many may not know that Marie Antoinette was a musician. Now a guitar thought to once belong to her could be worth tens of thousands.
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Who Was Milunka Savic, The Serbian Soldier Who Replaced Her Brother In The First Balkan War?
A woman whose identity is often forgotten by history, Milunka Savić served in place of her brother during the First Balkan War. Then she kept fighting.
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The Disturbing History Of The British Tabloids
British tabloids have been associated with some shocking episodes in recent decades, but they've long been a powerful and influential part of British media.
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Who Is Bernard Arnault, The Man Who Surpassed Elon Musk As The World's Wealthiest Person?
Bernard Arnault, the French tycoon behind a staggering number of luxury brands, has another title to add to his name: the world's richest man.
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The History Of The Beatles Song Glass Onion Explained
Here's a closer look at the Beatles' 1968 song "Glass Onion" and all the key references contained within the tune's cryptic lyrics.
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The Burry Man: Who Is This Scottish Ritual Figure?
Thanks to the proliferation of information across the internet, previously obscure European rituals and cultic characters have become more widely known.
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The Allegedly Harsh Conditions Of The Bahamas' Fox Hill Prison
The Bahamas are known for being a beautiful paradise. However, a beloved vacation spot for some is quite literally a hellish prison for others.
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Why Meta Is Being Sued For The Death Of An Ethiopian Professor
Meta Platforms, Facebook's parent company, is being sued for the death of an Ethiopian professor. Here are the details about what sparked the lawsuit.
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The Pagan Origins Of Making A Wish On An Eyelash
Like many other traditions, the act of making a wish on a fallen eyelash developed from pagan roots. Here's how this superstition came to be.
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