Why The Price Of Art Can Be So Controversial
The astronomical price of art is a controversial topic for many — and in some cases, people have good reason to be enraged. Why? Let's take a look.
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The First Wild Bison Born In The UK In 6,000 Years Was A Complete Surprise
The North American bison -- often called a buffalo -- was nearly hunted to extinction, So, too, was its European cousin, the wisent -- but there's new hope.
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Inside The Arrest Of A Pennsylvania 'Artist' Who Used A Truly Gruesome Medium
Most people have typical hobbies like collecting coins or stamps. However, one Pennsylvania "artist" took his hobby to another and rather gruesome level.
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Can Planets Die?
While many of us are worried about climate change and its effects on Earth's habitability, other planets are also being affected by forces beyond their surface.
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The Oldest Sentence Ever Written May Be From 1700 BC
Written language dates back thousands of years. Now one archaeology team has uncovered what is believed to be the oldest written sentence, dating to 1700 B.C.
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A Bad Class Grade Led Two Iowa Teens To Allegedly Murder Their Teacher
Many's the student who has received a grade they felt was undeserved or unjust, but that didn't lead to fatal violence, as authorities in Iowa are alleging.
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The Shameful History Of Antisemitism In America
From exclusion zones, to lynchings, synagogue shootings, and attempts at expulsion, antisemitism has flourished in America.
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How Different Natural Disasters Change The Environment
Natural disasters are extremely powerful, but their aftermath is just as difficult. Here's how different natural disasters change the environment.
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What Is A Runoff Election And Why Do They Happen?
As Georgia's U.S. Senate race reached its runoff conclusion the day after the midterms in 2022, people were left wondering how a runoff election actually works.
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Amazing Astronomical Events Happening In The Next 200 Years
Often fascinating and sometimes spectacular, there are some rare treats in store for skywatchers over the next two centuries.
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Why Brothels In France Closed In Honor Of Author Victor Hugo's Death
French writer Victor Hugo was honored at a state funeral upon his death in 1885.
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Bizarre Details About The 'Son' Cited In Charles Manson's Alleged Will
Charles Manson spent nearly 50 days in prison prior to his death on November 19, 2017. He had at least three children — and possibly a fourth.
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Alanis Morissette Had A Personal Reason For Skipping The 2022 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Performance
Being part of the annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony is a pretty big deal, so heads were shaking when Alanis Morissette bowed out this year.
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A Hole In The Planet's Magnetic Field Caused A Rare Pink Aurora Over Norway
The northern lights are beloved by both scientists and casual viewers alike. Here's how a hole in the planet's magnetic field caused a rare pink aurora.
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How 49ers Player Steve Young Has A Connection To The Earliest Days Of Utah History
Genealogy has become a widespread hobby in recent years, made even more popular by scientific testing to determine ancestors deep in history.
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The Tragic 1997 Death Of Jimi Hendrix's Protégé, Randy California
Randy California was just a teenager when he payed with one of Jimi Hendrix's early bands, but Hendrix's protégé died tragically in 1997.
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Inside Brittany Smith's Life Since Her Original Jail Sentence Ended
What has Brittany Smith's life been like since she left jail?
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Inside The Aptly-Named Heavy Metal Knitting World Championship
The Heavy Metal Knitting World Championship might sound like a make-believe event, but it's actually quite real and takes place in Finland.
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The Mystery Of Why South Korea's Former President Has To Give Up His North Korean Dogs
In November 2022, the status of two political pets made headlines in South Korea. They were a gift to South Korean ex-President Moon Jae-in.
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The British Suffragette Who Attacked A Portrait With A Hatchet
Environmental activists throwing soup on famous paintings were not the first to try that tactic. A British suffragette once attacked a portrait with a hatchet.
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The Oldest Body Found In America
The oldest body found in America dates all the way back to around 13,000 years ago. Called the "Arlington Springs Man," it was found off the California coast.
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The Harrowing 1994 Hijacking Of FedEx Flight 705 Explained
In 1994, a FedEx flight took off with four flight crew members and cargo comprised of mail and packages. One member was a last-minute addition.
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How Monks Sworn To Silence In Medieval Times Found A Way To Communicate
It's one thing to take a vow of silence -- perhaps avoiding sin that could occur via speech -- but even so, there are moments when a monk needs to communicate.
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Why Brittany Smith Was Not Allowed To Use The 'Stand Your Ground' Defense
In 2018, Brittany Smith, a mother of four, was living in Alabama when she killed her rapist. But she wasn't allowed to use the "Stand Your Ground" defense.
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Sharon Kinne's Mind-Numbing Defense For Murdering Her Husband
Sharon Kinne's mind-numbing defense for murdering her husband was almost enough to keep her from getting charged with the crime.
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Jim 'Mattress Mack' McIngvale's Incredible Life Story Explained
Texas celebrity and businessman Jim McIngvale had a big payout recently when the Astros won the World Series. Here is more about McIngvale's incredible life.
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The Disgusting Way Ancient Romans Cleaned Themselves After Using The Bathroom
Ancient Romans used to clean themselves after using the bathroom in a pretty disgusting way. Here's what they did to keep clean after toilet use.
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