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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The Arkansas Park Where Diamonds Are Yours For The Taking
Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas is home to diamonds that can be uncovered by park visitors. Here's what diamonds have been found there.
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Leslie Jordan's Long History Of HIV/AIDS Advocacy Explained
Actor Leslie Jordan tragically passed away in October, 2022, and had a long history of HIV/AIDS advocacy throughout his life. Here's how he helped the cause.
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Who Is Iranian Rock Climber Elnaz Rekabi?
Who is Iranian rock climber Elnaz Rekabi, the woman and Olympic hopeful who sparked controversy by not wearing a hijab during a competition in Asia?
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Who Was Mahsa Amini?
Mahsa Amini was a 22-year-old woman who died of suspicious circumstances after being detained by the morality police.
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What Happened To The Captain Of The Last Known Slave Ship?
The remains of the last known slave ship, the Clotilda, were discovered in 2018. Here's what happened to the captain of the Clotilda.
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Rosa Parks And Malcolm X's Friendship Explained
Rosa Parks and Malcolm X's had more in common than some may realize. Here is their friendship, explained.
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The Biggest Differences Between The Gospels
The gospels, the four accounts that tell the story of Jesus' ministry, have many differences among them.
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This Is Where Milton Hershey Is Buried
Hershey's founder, Milton Hershey, was buried in the cemetery he built.
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How Russian Cult Leader Vissarion, The 'Jesus Of Siberia,' Came To Power
For 30 years a man who called himself Vissarion claimed to be Christ reborn. Here's how the Russian cult leader, aka "Jesus of Siberia," came to power.
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Ireland's Land Wars Prompted A Single Family To Go To Battle Against The Police
Class warfare is nothing new; those who lack means, often unjustly, have risen up against those who wield economic control for generations, including Ireland.
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The German World War II Captive Whose Death Was Preceded By A Cruel Ultimatum
Enemy sides committed all manner of atrocities against each other in WWII, but this German World War II captive's death was preceded by a cruel ultimatum.
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The Only US Presidents To Die In Office So Far
Though their supporters might think otherwise, presidents are human beings, flesh and bone, subject to stress and biology -- sometimes fatally.
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The Strange Time Blood Rain Fell From The Sky In India
It was like something out of a fantasy involving an ancient curse: On July 25, 2001, Kerala, India's rains pooled across the city in a blood-red hue.
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The Five Rivers Of The Greek Underworld Explained
In the cosmology of Greek mythology, the Underworld ruled by the god Hades was one of the primary realms. Here are its five rivers, explained.
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The Only Popes To Ever Visit The White House
Some popes in modern history had a reputation for travel, visiting numerous countries for public gatherings. Some even stopped by the White House.
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This American President Had 15 Children, The Most Of Any So Far
Politicians are frequently judged on a wide array of factors, including their experience, their positions on crucial issues, and their family life.
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The President Who Established The First National Park In The US
The National Parks system of the United States is one of the better ideas the country has come up with, all advanced by a surprising president.
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