How Did Nina Simone Get Her Name?
Known as the "High Priestess of Soul" Nina Simone' was a child piano prodigy who became an icon, but how did she get her name?
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The Monster Mash's Lesser-Known Sequels Are So Bad They're Good
Nothing succeeds like success (or excess, depending), so it's no surprise that a monster hit like 1962's "Monster Mash" spawned more than a few follow-ups.
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Stacey Abrams: 12 Facts About The Politician
Becoming the first Black female minority leader in Georgia's House of Representatives was one of many "firsts" for Stacey Abrams. Here is her story.
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The Real Story Behind Steely Dan's Kid Charlemagne
The real story behind Steely Dan's Kid Charlemagne has to do with an underground icon who was behind much of the LSD that shaped the '60s counterculture.
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How Are Football Goal Posts Designed To Withstand Surging Fans?
Tearing down goal posts may seem like a strange way to celebrate an important victory, but the intersection between emotions and sports is a strange thing.
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Inside The Power Struggle For Conservative Platform Parler
Kanye West, aka Ye, says he's going to buy the conservative social media platform Parler. Here's a look inside the company's ongoing power struggle.
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Why Alaska's Snow Crab Shortage Is So Scary, According To Scientists
Whether or not you are partial to a delicious plate of crab legs, you should be concerned about the sudden dramatic decline of Alaska's snow crab population.
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WWII's Violence Didn't Prevent A German And English Pilot From Becoming Lifelong Friends
World War II was one of the deadliest conflicts in recorded history, but it didn't prevent these two pilots on opposite sides from becoming friends.
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The Tragic 1919 Death Of Prince John Of The United Kingdom
The British royal monarchy has been no stranger to tragedy within the family, and the premature death of Prince John is one of those tragic stories.
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The Longest-Married American President In History
The longest-married president in U.S. history is Jimmy Carter, who has been married to Rosalynn Carter for over 75 years. This is their story.
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How An Escaped Victim Saved The Botched Investigation Of An Alleged Kansas City Serial Killer
A botched police investigation into an alleged serial killer in Kansas City was saved by an escaped victim, who provided valuable information.
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The History Of South Korea's Mandatory Conscription
South Korea requires all able-bodied male citizens to serve in the military for a minimum of 18 months.
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The Alternative To Conscription For South Korea's Conscientious Objectors Can Be Likened To Jail
As global superstars BTS begin the process of fulfilling their mandatory military service in South Korea, one might wonder what the alternative is to serving.
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Tragic Details About The House Of The Dragon Cast
"House of the Dragon" obviously pays great attention to casting and many of the actors portraying the tormented characters have firsthand experience of tragedy.
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The Marrying Mdivanis: How One 1920s Family Finagled Their Way To Fame And Fortune
They're not well-remembered at all today, but for a while, the "Marrying Mdivanis" were world-famous. Here's how they finagled their way to fame and fortune.
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Who Is Charles Manson Follower Patricia Krenwinkel?
Patricia Krenwinkel was 21 years old when she was arrested in 1969 for her part in the Tate-LaBianca murders. She is California's longest-serving female inmate.
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The Most Endangered Rivers In America
There are plenty of environmental issues that cause dire but more localized problems. So it often is with rivers. Here are the most endangered rivers in the US.
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Tragic Details About Type O Negative's Peter Steele
Peter Steele's sudden death left a void in the Goth scene that has never been truly filled. These are some tragic details about Type O Negative's Peter Steele.
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What It's Like To Be A Woman In Iran
Mahsa Amini's death in police custody sparked global protests demanding equality for Iranian women. Here's what it's like to be a woman in Iran today.
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Why A Group Of Black Psychiatrists Wanted Racism Defined As A Mental Disorder
Claiming a new mental illness, in general, incites debate, but this is especially true with an issue as politically barbed as racial prejudice.
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Why Colonel Parker Sold 'I Hate Elvis' Buttons
Colonel Tom Parker could find a money-making opportunity anywhere, and surprisingly, he found it in the pockets of people who loathed Elvis.
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Things Rock Stars Were Buried With
While some famous musicians were buried with keepsakes anyone could understand not wanting to leave behind, others decided to go a much more rock-star route.
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Controversial Things About Famous Romance Novelists
Throughout history, criticisms of romance novelists pertain almost entirely to the sensual and sometimes scandalous matter of their books.
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Here's Why David Camm's Murder Conviction Was Overturned
In 2000, Kimberly Camm and her two children were murdered. Her husband, David Camm, was convicted of the murders, but the ruling was later overturned.
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The Bizarre Way Scientists Taught Human Brain Cells In A Dish To Play A Video Game
Tesearchers working on a mini-brain were able to successfully teach it to play the arcade game Pong.
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John Wayne Gacy Held One Super Morbid Job Before His Killing Spree
Serial killer John Wayne Gacy murdered no less than 33 young men between 1972 and 1978. Here's the super morbid job he held before his killing spree.
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What Is The Real Significance Of Flowers At A Funeral?
With the passing of a loved one comes many different ways of laying the deceased to rest. So what is the real significance of flowers at a funeral?
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