The Untold Truth Of The Council Of Trent
Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation were an issue for the Catholic church. It called for the Council of Trent to reestablish its religious authority.
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Jason Momoa's Tragic True Story
In spite of the seemingly effortless way Jason Mamoa wears his fame, it hasn't always been easy. This is Jason Momoa's tragic true story.
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How Poland Might Have Saved Europe From Communism
When people think of great victories of the 20th century, Poland rarely comes to mind. But here's how Poland might have saved Europe from communism.
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Why You Should Never Expect To See Any Cars In The Center Of The Dutch Village Of Giethoorn
So imagine a pastoral village of greenery and quaint canals that looks so peaceful and quiet. One of the key reasons is no cars are allowed.
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What Is The Accession Council That Assembles When A British Monarch Dies?
One of the key components after the queen dies will be the Accession Council, which handles the accession of the next monarch to the throne.
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The World's Smallest Computer Is Smaller Than You Think
IBM and the University of Michigan have had an ongoing competition for who can create the world's smallest computer.
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The Navy Runs The Most Bizarre Gift Shop In Guantánamo Bay
If a U.S. citizen, or were to stroll into southeast Cuba, that person could stumble across the U.S. Navy's very own Guantánamo Bay gift shop.
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The Tragic Life Of Adam Rainer: The Little Person Who Became A Giant
Adam Rainer remains the only person recorded to have been both a little person and a giant in his lifetime.
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The Untold Truth Of The Hammer Family
Armie Hammer's unraveling began with jokes about cannibalism. But Hammer's transgressions were just the start. This is the untold truth of the Hammer Family.
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The CIA's Operation BOUNTY Plan To Take Out Fidel Castro Explained
There was one plan to assassinate Castro that seemed relatively normal at first glance, and that was to offer Cubans a bounty for his head.
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All The Arguments Between Kevin Durant And Draymond Green
Here's why Kevin Durant had issues with Draymond Green toward the end of his stint with the Golden State Warriors.
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The Hawaiian Legend Of Pele And Kamapua'a Explained
To this day, Kamapua'a is said to reign from the ocean, protecting the pigs of Kohala and abundance of life in Hawaii, by roaming its many waterfalls.
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Why Some Members Of The Dani Tribe Of Papua, New Guinea Amputate Fingers In Mourning
As the world around them continued to modernize, the Dani tribe tried to retain their traditions.
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Adolf Hitler's Unusual So-Called Addiction Fueled His Infamous Rallies
There was something Adolf Hitler enjoyed doing that, by his own admission, bordered on addiction, and it's far from anything you'd expect from the dictator.
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The True Story Of Sweden's Prized Vasa Warship That Sunk Before Even Leaving The Harbor
One of Sweden's most famous, though ill-fated, constructions was the Vasa warship.
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Why Is It A Murder Of Crows?
You may have learned at some point in your life that a group of crows is called a "murder." Where did this phrase come from?
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What Queen Elizabeth II's Death Will Mean For The Royal Line Of Succession
When Queen Elizabeth II dies, every person in line to the throne will find their position changed.
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The Real Meaning Behind (Ghost) Riders In The Sky
Johnny Cash's recording of "(Ghost) Riders In The Sky" may be the most well-known version of that particular song. What is the story behind it?
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Hattie McDaniel Was Not The Only Accomplished Actor In Her Family
What many of her fans and admirers might not realize is that Hattie McDaniel came from a family of successful performers.
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Gregory Peck's Special Gift That Got Robert Mitchum To Star In Cape Fear
Some actors are more excited about performing than others. And then there are those instances when it takes some special encouragement to get them to sign on.
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The Sad Truth About Woody Allen's Marriage To Soon-Yi Previn
Soon-Yi admits that she became closer to Woody Allen in the 11th grade after she broke her ankle while playing soccer.
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How A Lunch Break In 1913 Turned Into An Exhaustive Missing Person Search
It's a common enough dark joke: Someone goes out for a quick errand and doesn't come back for years. A 1913 New York City parks commissioner did exactly that.
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The Real Reason The Betelgeuse Star Dimmed So Much In 2019
Even the casual observer of a clear night sky will pretty much take for granted that the stars in their heavens are more or less a constant. Until they aren't.
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How Much Money Does The Winner Of The The Mini Golf Masters Really Get?
On the amateur side of things, many sports, especially hobbies, will construct a sort of friendly rivalry among players. Including mini-golf.
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The Mystery Of Rudolf Diesel's 1913 Death
That diesel engine that powers the 18-wheelers and heavy equipment and farm implements? It's actually named after its genius inventor: Rudolf Diesel.
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Where Is Convicted Kidnapper Gloria Williams Now?
Instead of going home with her then 15-year-old mother Shanara Mobley, the infant was taken by a woman dressed like a nurse.
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The Truth About Keith Richards And Paul McCartney's Relationship
Rivalry between fellow professionals, even competitors, can be a friendly thing. Who understands your artistic endeavors better than another artist?
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