The Story Of The The Deadliest Soccer Match In History, Peru Vs. Argentina In 1964
In the U.S., fan violence at sporting matches is generally limited to vandalism. Outside of North America, however, things can be a bit different.
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Here's Why Lyndon B Johnson Lifted His Beagles By The Ears
President Lyndon Johnson used to lift his beagles by the ears, sparking outrage amongst animal rights activists. Here's why he did it, and whether it's right.
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Why The God Of War Is Reviled In Greek Mythology But Beloved In Rome
Scholars agree that ancient Rome borrowed elements of culture, philosophy, and religion from ancient Greece. Why did they regard their gods of war differently?
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How Many Companies Does Elon Musk Own?
Elon Musk is gifted, if controversial, entrepreneur, who recently added Twitter to his holdings. Which others are in Musk's corporate wallet?
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What Are Lagoons And How Are They Formed?
Lagoons are a common geographical feature, but the details of how they're formed are a mystery to many. Here's what a lagoon is, and how it's formed.
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The Woman Who Coined The Phrase 'The Heir And The Spare'
Despite its frequent use in discussions of the European aristocracy, according to some accounts, the phrase was actually coined by an American.
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Why People Are Talking About A Serial Killer In Iowa
One Fremont County, Iowa woman has come forward with a claim that could unveil one of the most atrocious and cruel sagas of mass murder in American history.
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The History Behind The Royal Family Autograph Ban
With centuries of tradition, protocol, and extremely complex etiquette, daily life as a royal can be quite complicated regarding what is and isn't allowed.
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The First Car Accident Victim In The United States
Car accidents have been unfortunately happening ever since cars were invented. This was the very first car accident victim in the United States.
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Big Controversies That Rocked Adidas
Adidas has been embroiled in numerous controversies over the decades, from its founder's ties to the Nazi party to its high-profile split with Kanye West.
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Where Is Chief Little Wolf Buried?
Chief Little Wolf was a significant influence in the ultimate fate of the Cheyenne Nation in the 19th century, leading his people in battle and escape.
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The Story Of The World's First Commercial Radio Station
Over the course of human history, many brilliant minds have invented new technologies that have dramatically changed the way we live. Radio is one such thing.
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Blood Quantum Laws In America Explained
America's blood quantum laws define who is and who is not a member of a Native American tribe, based on their family line. Here's how it works.
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Was There A Real Montgomery Ward?
You can add Montgomery Ward to the list of mall anchor stores: For decades, the Chicago-based company was right up there with its competitors.
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What Happens To Brittney Griner Now That Her Prison Sentence Was Upheld?
Ever since star WNBA athlete Brittney Griner was arrested in Russia, the U.S. and the world have watched, hoping for a legal solution that means her freedom.
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The Stone Age Timeline Explained
It's no easy task to figure out the specifics of an era before written records, but there's information out there. This is the Stone Age timeline explained.
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The Bronze Age Timeline Explained
The Bronze Age saw the coming of age of civilization and a wealth of innovation that lasted thousands of years. Here's the timeline of the Bronze Age explained.
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The True Story Of The Congressman Who Was A Russian Spy
Soviet spies have come from places aside from just the CIA and the FBI. This is the true story of the Congressman who was a Russian spy.
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How The Irish Potato Famine Led To An Alliance Between Ireland And The Choctaw Tribe Of The US
It's often said that the poor are deeply generous to those in greater need. That was demonstrated by Native Americans during the Irish potato famine.
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Meet Ellen Sadler, The Girl Who Allegedly Went To Sleep And Didn't Wake Up Until Years Later
In 1871, an 11-year-old girl in England named Ellen Sadler fell asleep, and she allegedly didn't wake up for nine years. Here's the stange story.
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Why Did David Byrne Of The Talking Heads Wear A Large Suit?
It's not unusual for a musician to take some sort of visual effect as an identifier -- think of the early Beatles' haircuts, or David Byrne's big suit.
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The Only Time The US Government Censored A Storm
During wartime, all manner of information suddenly becomes a closely-held secret, to keep from assisting potential enemy action -- especially weather reports.
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The Conch Republic: When Key West 'Seceded' From Florida And Became Its Own Country
Key West, Florida, is one of those American cities that, like Roswell, New Mexico, or Eureka Springs, Arkansas, leans hard into its weirdness.
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An Israeli Construction Crew Stumbled Upon An Ancient Cave Dating Back To King Rameses II
An Israeli construction crew unearthed an ancient cave dating back to the time of King Ramses II. Here's how they discovered it, and what they found inside.
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The Cat Who Held The Honorary Position Of Mayor In An Alaskan Town For Nearly 20 Years
There are plenty of stories out there of animals filling an important role, whether guide or companion or protector, but few have ventured into politics.
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The Time Stephen King Was Asked For An Autograph While Sitting On The Toilet
Famous horror author Stephen King was once asked for an autograph while sitting on the toilet. Here's how King responded to the fan's request.
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Adidas Is Nearly 100 Years Old. Here's Who Founded It
Some businesses come and go in a flash. Others have the benefit of just one, ultimately magnificent, insight which powers their success for decades.
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