The Deadliest Disaster In Every State
Disasters of all kinds have shaped the histories of their respective states in America. These are the deadliest disasters in every U.S. state.
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Ethel Kennedy Was Familiar With Tragedy Even Before The Assassination Of Her Husband
Ethel Kennedy married into a family that became a powerhouse in American politics, the Kennedys -- yet also a family that suffered incredible tragedy.
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What Happened To Columbia House?
Monthly subscription services are common these days, but if you're old enough, you'll remember Columbia House. So what happened to it? Let's find out.
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Inside Howard Hughes' Serious 1936 Car Accident
Howard Hughes seemed to live several lifetimes over the course of his 70 years -- lifetimes that included taking the life of an innocent man one night in 1938.
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Why So Many Catholic Churches In The Netherlands Were Destroyed In The 16th Century
At various points in history, in different nations, religion has been a focal point not just of personal belief, but national, even international, tension.
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2022's Most Stunning New Historical Discoveries
2022 has seen many notable developments in archeology and history, including more mummies, sunken ships, and new science.
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The Texas Bomber Who Wrote To The Unabomber For Advice
Ted Kaczynski, better known as the Unabomber, made crime history for his acts of domestic terrorism. After his imprisonment, the Texas Bomber wrote to him.
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People Princess Anne Reportedly Can't Stand
Princess Anne is known for her tireless charitable work and her quick wit, but there are at least a few people who have famously gotten on her wrong side.
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Things We Ignore About Moses
The story of Moses is one most everyone knows, but even in that common canon, there are often things we ignore about the character.
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Elizabeth Taylor's Heartbreaking Struggles With Addiction
A 2022 authorized biography of actress Elizabeth Taylor offers new insight into the substance use issues the classic Hollywood actress experienced.
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How Glassblower Dale Chihuly's Traumatic Injury Affected His Art
Dale Chihuly was driving across England in the 1970s when an accident flung him head-first through the windshield, a hideous ordeal that cut his face to pieces.
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Why Are People Awarded Honorary Degrees?
Colleges and universities have been awarding honorary degrees for centuries. But what exactly are they, are why are they given in the first place?
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Why Have The Kennedy Assassination Records Been Kept Secret For So Long?
The ongoing secrecy around the JFK assassination files has added fuel to an already inferno-sized conspiracy fire. But why have records been kept secret?
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Did The Reagans Use Astrology To Make Presidential Decisions?
By the standards of the American presidency, Ronald Reagan's was a strange one filled with a number of idiosyncrasies. So did he really lean on astrology?
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Why Ted Braden Keeps Coming Up As A Suspected D.B. Cooper
D.B. Cooper evidently had a daring and death-defying nature, and there are a number of suspects in the case. But why does Ted Braden's name keep coming up?
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Disturbing Discoveries From The Paul Walker Crash Investigation
Authorities were determined to learn what had caused the fatal crash that killed Paul Walker and his friend, Roger Rodas. Here's what they found.
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Mark Antony And Cleopatra's Love Inspired A New Name For A Small Island
Mark Antony and Cleopatra's love inspired a new name for a small Turkish island where some say the couple spent time together.
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How DNA Evidence Helped Reunite Hundreds Of Missing Children From War-Torn El Salvador
DNA evidence helped reunite hundreds of missing children from war-torn El Salvador with their families. Here's how.
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Why Augustine Of Canterbury Had A Very Busy Christmas Day In 597
St. Augustine's conversion efforts culminated in one of the most important events in English history, on Christmas Day 597. Here's what happened.
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One Family Member Claims D.B. Cooper Had Help In Suspected Skyjacking Robbery
One of the most infamous airplane hijackings in American history took place in 1971 when a man, "D.B. Cooper," escaped with $200,000 in cash.
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Why Did Stephen King Compare A Film Adaption Of One Of His Books To 'Cafeteria Mashed Potatoes'?
Stephen King is one of the world's most prolific writers. But for the acclaimed horror maestro, one particular movie adaptation really missed the mark.
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The Sporting Theory Behind The Origin Of Long Johns
The term "long johns" has become a common way of describing long underwear, but where does the term come from? Here's the sporting history behind the word.
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One Chilean Desert Faced Major Devastation After Its First Rainfall In Centuries
A desert in Chile faced major devastation in the wake of its first rainfall in centuries. Here's how torrential rain impacted the desert.
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The Real-Life Story Of John Hinckley Jr.
John Hinckley Jr. was released in 2022, after 35 years in a psychiatric hospital. The disturbing tale of the man who shot Ronald Reagan is back in public view.
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The Reason Ted Koppel's Father Was Considered An Enemy Alien By England During WWII
The father of Ted Koppel, a legendary journalist, was considered an enemy alien during World War II. Here's what he had to endure.
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Who Was Ora Washington, The First Black Woman Tennis Superstar?
Ora Washington became an African-American tennis titan in the '20s and '30s when the U.S. was still segregated, long before the civil rights movement began.
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What British Royal Family Visits To Other Countries Are Really Like
Royal visits are a long-standing tradition, but they're no idle lark. This is what British Royal Family visits to other countries are really like.
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