Bam Margera's Life And Career Revisited
Fans of "Jackass," likely remember Bam Margera for his stunts and skateboarding career. But here's what Margera has been up to since in his life and career.
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George Meegan's 6-Year Walk Across The Americas Left Him Dispirited And Enlightened
George Meegan, a British adventurer, set out in 1977 to walk on foot from the southernmost tip of South America to the northernmost point in North America.
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What Is Causing South Africa's Poisonous River Of Gold?
The environmental impact of the mining industry has become increasingly apparent, and alarming, throughout the world, whether in search of gold or diamonds.
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Companies That Have Been In Business For More Than 1,000 Years
The majority of businesses barely survive three decades, but these establishments, from Japanese sweet shops to Irish pubs, are entering their second century.
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The Horrific 1978 Attack Of Mary Vincent
In 1978, 15-year-old Mary Vincent decided to run away to her grandfather's home in California. While hitchhiking, she was picked up by Lawrence Singleton.
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A Brazilian Wasp Could Help Treat Cancer
Researchers discovered a Brazilian wasp's venom could help treat cancer by killing cancer cells while seemingly not affecting healthy cells.
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Yankee Pitcher Jim Abbott's Iconic 1989 No-Hitter Game
Jim Abbott remains memorable for two reasons. The first is that he was born without a right hand. The second is that, in 1993, he threw a no-hitter.
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A Meteorite That Landed In England Might Answer One Of Earth's Greatest Questions
When Earth was young, it was scorching hot. So what first brought water to Earth? Scientists believe they've found a clue that literally fell out of the sky.
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Who Is The Family Of Serial Killer John Edward Robinson?
John Edward Robinson was a serial killer known for his predilection for sexually-violent material. Here are who his family members are and what they said.
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The Unlikely Hobby That Football Legend Rosey Grier Loves
Roosevelt "Rosey" Grier earned a reputation as a fiercely competitive pro football player, so many were surprised to learn what he does to relax.
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How Angelo Badalamenti Created The Chilling Twin Peaks Soundtrack
Angelo Badalamenti composed the soundtrack for the TV series "Twin Peaks."
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Athletes Dropped By Nike
Endorsement deals are the way of the world now, but they can sometimes be scuttled by controversy. These are some athletes dropped by Nike.
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Rudolph Valentino's Lone Boxing Match Occurred In Order To Defend His Honor
These days, people are expected to solve their disputes not with violence, but with words. But silent film actor Rudolph Valentino failed to get the memo.
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Was There A Real Person Named Sears?
Many of us know Sears as the massive, mall-based department store our parents saw as a go-to for all their shopping. But was there a real person named Sears?
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All Of The Pop Culture References On Led Zeppelin's Physical Graffiti Cover
Led Zeppelin's "Physical Graffiti" featured various culturally significant people on its album art, from Hollywood stars to the band themselves.
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Tough Guy Charles Bronson's Epitaph May Surprise Some
Actor Charles Bronson's looks and voice landed him many roles in Western and war films early in his career in the 1950s. But his epitaph may surprise some.
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How Mike Leach Turned A Loss And A Historic Fine Into A Beautiful Charity Act
Football coach Mike Leach became a household name thanks to his time with Texas Tech and Washington State. He also turned a historic fine into a charity act.
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Frances Farmer's Glamorous Hollywood Future Ended In A Psychiatric Hospital
Frances Farmer's glamorous Hollywood future ended in a psychiatric hospital. Though she eventually got out, her life was forever changed.
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The Oldest Human DNA Found Was Located In A Gruesome Place
The oldest human DNA on record was found back in 1994 in the Atapuerca Mountains in northern Spain. And it was found in a pretty gruesome place.
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The History Of Mike Leach's Famous 'Air Raid' Offense
University of Mississippi coach Mike Leach certainly favors the aerial game; his system has been called the "air raid" offense. Here's the history.
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Who Was Cher's Mother, Georgia Holt?
Cher's mother, Georgia Holt, died on December 11 at 96. But the actress and singer's mom was an entertainer herself.
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Why John Stockton Had To Ask For Permission To Play With His Kids In His NBA Contract
As the new season was about to begin in the fall of 1996, John Stockton entered contract negotiations with Jazz management.
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What Happened To These '90s One-Hit Wonders?
Some acts made it big in the 1990s ... and some made it big with one song. But what happened to those one-hit wonders after their five seconds of fame?
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The Truth Behind Joe Cocker's Unique Singing Style
Rock 'n' roll singer Joe Cocker rose to fame in the 1960s. Commended by Paul McCartney and imitated by John Belushi, Cocker had a style that was all his own.
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Connie Warner's Murder Investigation Was Hindered By Mother Nature
authorities began to suspect that he may have been tied to another murder, that of Connie Warner
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The Science Behind Why We Always Remember How To Ride A Bike
Many people famously find that riding a bike again comes completely naturally to them. There's a fascinating scientific reason for this, too.
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Meet Meretrix Petechialis, The Clam Discovered To Produce Antibiotics
Scientists at the Institute of Oceanology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences say they've found a clam that can produce a complicated antibiotic on its own.
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