Where Are Child Murderers Robert Thompson And Jon Venables Today?
Child murderers Robert Thompson and Jon Venables grew up to lead very different lives. Here's what they're doing now, and whether they're still criminals.
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What's The Origin Of Goblin Mode, The Oxford Dictionary Word Of 2022?
"Goblin mode" is the 2022 word of the year, according to Oxford University Press (OUP). So what's the origin of this unique word? Let's dive in.
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'Little Arnie' Kyle Kane Held The Deadlift World Record For 12 Years Until 2022
'Little Arnie' Kyle Kane was 12 years old when he earned the deadlift world record. He held the title for 12 years until 2022.
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The Night Stalker Richard Ramirez's Violent Cousin Miguel May Have Inspired His Crimes
Richard Ramirez began running afoul of the law shortly after dropping out of high school. He also might have had some inspiration from his violent cousin.
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Why Some Believe The Alleged Atlanta Child Murderer, Wayne Williams, Is Innocent
A series of child murders in Atlanta in the 1970s were pinned on Wayne Williams, but he never went to trial. Here is why some believe he is innocent.
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The Vintage Violin Named For Lord Byron's Granddaughter That Sold For $15.9 Million
Antonio Stradivari began crafting violins in the 1660s. Only about 500 of them are around today, including one that belonged to Lord Byron's granddaughter.
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Inside Marco Siffredi's Bizarre Daredevil Mt. Everest Death
Climbing Mt. Everest is seen by any as the ultimate test: a test of physical strength, determination, and knowledge. Marco Siffredi took it one step further.
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One Chilean Desert Faced Major Devastation After Its First Rainfall In Centuries
A desert in Chile faced major devastation in the wake of its first rainfall in centuries. Here's how torrential rain impacted the desert.
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Wiz Khalifa's Black And Yellow Takes Inspiration From This Iconic Sports Franchise
Wiz Khalifa's "Black and Yellow" takes inspiration from an iconic sports franchise that has adopted the song to be their anthem. Here's the team.
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The Real-Life Story Of John Hinckley Jr.
John Hinckley Jr. was released in 2022, after 35 years in a psychiatric hospital. The disturbing tale of the man who shot Ronald Reagan is back in public view.
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A Controversial Old Tweet Is Resurfacing After Kirstie Alley's Death
Actress Kirstie Alley unexpectedly died in December 2022 at the age of 71. Following her death, a controversial tweet of hers from back in 2018 reemerged.
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What Was Found At James Bulger's Crime Scene?
The murder of 2-year-old James Bulger at the hands of children shocked the U.K. So did what was found at the crime scene.
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Even Rarer Than A Blue Lobster Is This One That's Named After A Sweet Treat
Sure, the restaurant chain is named Red Lobster, and somebody who's sunburned is sometimes said to be red as a lobster -- but not all lobsters are red.
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Why Convicted Murderer Benjamin Schreiber Was Almost Released From Prison
In 1996, Benjamin Schreiber murdered a man. Years later, a medical emergency led to a legal argument that potentially could have set the convicted killer free.
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Tennessee Murderer David Earl Miller's Unexpected Last Words
Many of those sentenced to death have pronounced memorable words just before dying, but none echo those of David Earl Miller before his execution.
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Pink Floyd's Attempt At A Commercial Hit Ended In Disaster
It was Pink Floyd's third single, produced in a rush and released in a whirlwind, that brought the band their first taste of failure. Here's the story.
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Nirvana's Debut Album Cost Less Than $700 To Produce
Nirvana's debut album, the predecessor to "Bleach," cost less than $700 to produce
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What All Of Mick Jagger's Former Bandmates Have Said About Him
Mick Jagger has been a rock legend since the 1960s, and his legacy grows on. His collaborations are also the stuff of legend, as many artists attest.
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The Reason Ted Koppel's Father Was Considered An Enemy Alien By England During WWII
The father of Ted Koppel, a legendary journalist, was considered an enemy alien during World War II. Here's what he had to endure.
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Why Michael Jordan Considers Hall Of Famer Joe Dumars His Toughest Opponent
When Michael Jordan's superstar career was truly underway, he seemed to work especially hard against one defender in particular: Joe Dumars.
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Meet Gladys Roy, The Early Daredevil Actress Who Performed On The Top Of Airplanes
Barnstorming and wingwalking -- strolling across the wings of a plane in flight -- haven't gone away completely, but Gladys Roy was there for its heyday.
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Who Was Ora Washington, The First Black Woman Tennis Superstar?
Ora Washington became an African-American tennis titan in the '20s and '30s when the U.S. was still segregated, long before the civil rights movement began.
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Could Life Exist In Extraterrestrial Caves?
Scientists made significant strides toward teasing out the secrets of thousands of possible extraterrestrial caves identified in the solar system.
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Inside Kirstie Alley's Infamous 1991 Emmy Award Speech
Kirstie Alley's infamous 1991 Emmy Award speech got laughs and raised eyebrows, and became the running joke for the rest of the night.
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Nas Claims A Rap Legend Scared Him With His Abilities
Nas, a legendary rapper, was once scared by the abilities of another rapper named Big L. Here's the story of Big L's life and career.
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Why Kirstie Alley's Star Trek Career Only Lasted One Movie
While roles like "Cheers" are among Kirstie Alley's most notable, it was another that kickstarted her entire career: the half-Vulcan, half-Romulan Saavik.
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How DNA Evidence Led To The Discovery Of A Sibling Pair Of Serial Killers
DNA evidence led to the discovery of a sibling pair of serial killers who were already in prison, but the extent of their crimes was unclear.
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