The Real-Life Origins Of Black Myth: Wukong In Chinese Mythology
The record-setting action role-playing game "Black Myth: Wukong" pulls from some fascinating real-life Chinese mythology. Here's what it's based on.
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The Most Bizarre Unsolved Mysteries Of The Vietnam War
The Vietnam War left an indelible mark on American and world history. But that mess of a conflict left plenty of unsolved mysteries, and some are truly bizarre.
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Eerie Mysteries About The Devil That Are Still Unsolved
The devil takes many names and forms throughout history. Contrary to common perception, the greatest of all villains is not as clearly defined as we think.
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Things About Japanese Mythology They Didn't Teach You In School
Japanese mythology is full of wildly imaginative stories involving creative creatures blending folklore and legend. Here's what they didn't teach you in school.
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Disturbing Details About Baphomet That You Never Knew
The character of Baphomet has evolved over time to become symbolic of Satanism, but the disturbing details you never knew tell more about humanity than Satan.
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The Four Most Disturbing Demons In The Bible
The word "demon" has a long history, and many demons in the Bible are never explicitally called such or even named. Here are four of the most disturbing.
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Here's What Happened To Medusa's Sisters After Her Death In Greek Mythology
Medusa was one of three gorgon sisters in Greek mythology. Here's what happened to her immortal sisters, Stheno and Euryale, after Medusa's death.
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The Bizarre Legend Of The New England Cryptid, The Egopantis
The New England cryptid, the Egopantis, is a bizarre legend with murky origins. The story itself takes place back in the 1700s. Here's what it says.
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The Origins Behind Humpty Dumpty Aren't What You'd Expect
Like many nursery rhymes, "Humpty Dumpty" has plenty of different interpretations when it comes to its origins. Here are the most prominent.
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14 Types Of Shapeshifters You Probably Haven't Heard Of
Werewolves might be the first shapeshifters that come to mind, but folklore around the world is filled with creatures who change from one form to another.
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Legendary Creatures Associated With Caves
Caves are common settings in folklore and mythology throughout history from all over the world. In many legends, humans encounter creatures in the dark.
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The Legend Of The Iconic Waving Lucky Cat Explained
You are likely familiar with the iconic waving lucky cat, called Maneki-Neko in Japan where it originated. The prolific charm is surrounded by multiple legends.
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The Astonishing Bible Story Of Balaam's Talking Donkey
The Bible has plenty of interesting stories across both its Christian and Hebrew iterations. One particularly bizarre tale involves Balaam's talking donkey.
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What Were Funerals Like In Colonial America?
Looking back at American colonial funerals gives insight into the society in general. Here's what it was like to witness a funeral in the American colonies.
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Why Oktoberfest Leaves Many With Alcohol Poisoning
Large quantities of Bavarian beer are synonymous with Oktoberfest, so it's not surprising the event leaves many with alcohol poisoning. Here are the numbers.
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Bob Marley's One Love Is More Iconic Than You Realize
Bob Marley's "One Love" has an upbeat tempo and a positive message that was integral to one of the most iconic moments in Jamaica's political history.
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Inside Melvin 'Magoo' Barcliff's Iconic Partnership With Timbaland
Melvin 'Magoo' Barcliff shared an iconic partnership with hip-hop artist Timbaland. Here's a look inside their relationship, which spanned three decades.
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How The Iconic Lahaina Banyan Got To Hawaii
The iconic banyan of the historic town Lahaina - also known as "the Heartbeat of Lahaina" - got to Hawaii years ago. Here's how it happened.
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The Story Behind Freddie Mercury's Iconic Piano
Freddie Mercury's iconic piano - the Yamaha G2 baby grand piano - helped him write one of Queen's most iconic songs. Here's the story behind it.
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Who Was Civil War Spy Antonia Ford Willard?
The American Civil War lasted four years and led to over 500,000 deaths. Amid the bloodshed, spy Antonia Ford Willard influenced a couple key moments.
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What Happened To Putin's Famous Black Labrador Retriever, Koni?
Vladimir Putin's black labrador retriever Koni - also known as Connie Paulgrave - was quite the celebrity for a time. So what happened to the famous pet?
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12 Iconic People Tony Bennett Had Duets With
Tony Bennett was well-known for his collaborations with other iconic artists. From Judy Garland to Stevie Wonder, here are some of his most notable duets.
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The History Of Madonna's Iconic Cone Bra Explained
Over her long career, Madonna has flaunted many different looks. One of the most well-known involves the cone bra she wore during 1990's "Blond Ambition" tour.
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How Movie Theaters Got People To Finally Embrace Air Conditioning
It might sound surprising, but the public did not fully embrace air conditioners at first - it took their integration into movie theaters to achieve this.
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The Ceremonial Military Roles For Trooping The Colour Explained
Trooping the Colour is a famous and iconic tradition that attracts crowds of spectators each year. The ceremonial military roles are explained here.
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What Visiting The Iconic Rainbow Room In The 1930s Was Really Like
The Rainbow Room provided anything but a dull evening for those who could afford it, and it set the standard for nightlife in New York for decades to come.
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The Iconic Rock Star Tina Turner Had A Crush On
Back in the late '60s, Tina Turner had yet to separate from her abusive husband Ike- either personally or professionally. And she had a celebrity crush.
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