These Were Winston Churchill's Last Words Before His Death
Prime Minister Winston Churchill is often considered one of the greatest British leaders. But here are the surprising words he uttered at the end of his life.
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The Annual Valentine's Day Card Salman Rushdie Would Rather Not Get
Salman Rushdie, author of "The Satanic Verses," received a yearly reminder of the fatwa that was issued against him, which he called his "unfunny valentine."
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The Sir Harry Oakes Theory That Would Change Everything
Given Sir Harry Oakes was a well-known man in the upper echelons of Bahamas society, his murder didn't go without publicity.
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The Tragic History Of Okinawa
Okinawa might seem like the Eden of the Pacific, but there has been - and still is - trouble in paradise. This is the tragic history of Okinawa.
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Behind The Good-Luck Ritual Where Babies Are Thrown Off A Roof In Some Parts Of India
Many's the new parent who will try to hedge their bets in regard to their newborn's health and future prospects, whether through nurturing or invoking luck.
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Why The British Monarchy Rarely Attends The Funerals Of Others
One event you'll rarely see Queen Elizabeth II attend, though — or any king or queen throughout history, for that matter — is a funeral.
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What Did Wheat And Barley Have To Do With Ancient Egyptian Pregnancies?
Ancient Egyptian medicine was surprisingly advanced in some respects, and ancient Egyptians used barley and wheat for more than one purpose.
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The Minnesota Starvation Experiment's Findings Confirmed What We All Suspected
People who have managed to survive a period of actual starvation will tell you that it's a far different experience from simply being very hungry.
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Why Hollywood Star Carole Landis Was An Unsung Hero Among WWII Troops
Carole Landis was a bright young star who was in many different films throughout her short life. Here is how she was an unsung hero during World War II.
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How Matchsticks Were Created By Accident
Matchsticks are a common staple of our home, but they weren't actually invented on purpose. Here's how the matchsticks we use today were created by accident.
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The Real Reason Edward VII's Coronation Didn't Happen As Planned
Edward VII reigned for nine years after his mother, Queen Victoria, died, but while his reign was generally successful, it didn't get off to a perfect start.
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What You Should Know About The Espionage Act
Former president Donald Trump's residence was searched by the FBI investigating potential Espionage Act violations. Here's what the Espionage Act is.
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What Really Happens When A Fatwa Is Issued?
Though complicated, just like many governments and societies in the world, Islamic culture and state vary considerably in customs and belief practices.
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The 25-Year-Old Soldier Who Became The Youngest Head Of State In The World
Following a surprise coup of Sierra Leone's president, 25-year-old soldier Valentine Strasser was made the new dictator. But that wasn't the end of the story.
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Here's Who Inherited McDonald's Founder Ray Kroc's Estate After He Died
Ray Kroc was reportedly worth $600 million at the time of his death in 1984.
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Why Babies In Medieval Art Look So Old
If you've seen medieval art, you may have noticed the weird way artists depicted babies and children. They were painted that way on purpose, art historians say.
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The Truth About Armand Hammer's Relationship With Prince Charles
You'd think that with an entire kingdom waiting for him, Prince Charles would have, well, enough. Apparently he enjoys the company of shady billionaires.
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West Virginia Is Losing A Staggering Number Of People To Drug Overdose
West Virginia is in the midst of an opioid crisis, with an increasing number of people dying every year from drugs. This is what the state is dealing with.
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Why Pope Pius XII's Inactivity During The Holocaust Remains Controversial To This Day
Pope Pius XII, who was pope during World War II and the Holocaust, never intervened on behalf of the Jews. Here's why his inaction remains controversial.
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Whatever Happened To F. Lee Bailey From The OJ Simpson Case?
F. Lee Bailey was one of the legendary attorneys who defended OJ Simpson during his famous trial. Here's what happened to Bailey after the Simpson trial.
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Who Are The Prisoners Who Might Be Involved In The Brittney Griner Exchange?
Hopes have been increasing that WNBA star Brittney Griner might be part of a prisoner exchange with Russia -- possibly involving other detained Americans.
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Famous Dead People Who Are Still Causing Problems Today
They may be long dead, but their legacy lives on. These famous dead people are still causing the world problems today.
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Where Will Queen Elizabeth II Be Buried?
Queen Elizabeth II will be buried alongside her mother and father.
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Queen Elizabeth Owns Some Surprising Things
Besides her sense of duty to English citizens, the queen of England also has in her possession some downright surprising things.
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What Happens To A Body That Is Buried At Sea?
Sea burials conjure thoughts of ancient cultures, but it's actually still legal to do today in the U.S. Here's what happens to a body that is buried at sea.
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Why Hydrogen Leaking From A Nuclear Power Plant Is So Deadly
Any attack on a nuclear facility threatens to leak hydrogen and other toxic radioactive pollutants into the environment, which could have deadly consequences.
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These Are The People Queen Elizabeth Named Her Children After
Unlike in the Western world, when it comes to royalty, a name comes with a lot of history and isn't as simple as a first, middle, and last name.
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