How Brittney Griner's Verdict Has Brutally Divided Social Media
A Russian court handed WNBA star Brittney Griner a nine-year prison sentence. World reaction was swift, including a crowd of people utilizing social media.
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How Much Money Did Richard Branson Earn During The Pandemic?
Many of the richest people in the world became richer thanks to COVID-19. Here's how Much Money Richard Branson earned during the pandemic.
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Brittney Griner's Sentencing In A Russian Court Explained
A Russian court has found Brittney Griner guilty of smuggling drugs, and the basketball star has been sentenced to nine years in prison.
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Why Golf Pros Like Phil Mickelson Are Fighting A Ban To Compete In The PGA Tour
Competition is an intrinsic part of organized sports, especially on the professional level. But the prospect of a rival athletic organization can raise hackles.
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If A Congressperson Dies In Office Their House Seat Is Harder To Fill Than You Realize
When a congressperson dies in office, the act of replacing them is more complicated than you might think. Here's how hard it is to fill a vacated House seat.
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Why A Soccer Team Once Purposefully Scored On Themselves 149 Times
In soccer, an own goal is one of the most humiliating mistakes a player can make. Here's why a soccer team once purposefully scored on themselves 149 times.
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How MGM Resorts Continue To Dominate Almost Every Other Vegas Casino In 2022
MGM Resorts lead other Vegas casinos in terms of foot traffic — here's why.
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The Scientific Reason People Blush When They're Embarrassed
Mark Twain is credited with the line, "Man is the only animal that blushes -- or needs to." Recent research, however, might contradict his wisdom.
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How Priceless Artifacts From A 350-Year-Old Spanish Shipwreck Might Reveal The Vessel's Fate
In the summer of 2022, priceless artifacts from a 350-year-old Spanish shipwreck were discovered. They might help reveal the fate of the vessel.
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Here's Who Inherited Stevie Ray Vaughan's Money After His Death
Stevie Ray Vaughan was a music legend and inspiration to many contemporary artists. Here's who inherited Stevie Ray Vaughan's money after he died.
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Whatever Happened To Ted Bundy Survivor Carol DaRonch?
Ted Bundy's murderous crime spree left at least 30 women dead in five states from 1974 until he was captured in 1978. What happened to survivor Carol DaRonch?
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Have We Been Calling Machu Picchu By The Wrong Name This Whole Time?
History is full of stories of a explorer "discovering" a place whose existence was common knowledge to the local population -- and then naming the "discovery."
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The Sneaker-Fueled Ponzi Scheme That Cost Collectors Millions
From Air Jordans to ASICS to Yeezys, sneaker collectors seek out sometimes rare or limited release shoes in hopes of filling their cherished collections.
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Inside The Monkey Attacks Plaguing Japan
In what some might consider a real-life prequel to "Planet of the Apes," macaque monkeys in Japan have been acting aggressively -- violently -- toward humans.
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How Organ Transplant Research Might Have You Reading Frankenstein In A New Light
Dr. Frankenstein labored to reanimate dead tissue, with very mixed results. Recently, researchers have found a way to do just that, inspiring hope.
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What Did Ancient Egyptians Believe About Ghosts?
Some of the aspects of ancient Egyptian ghosts could seem very familiar even thousands of years later. Here's what the ancient Egyptians believed about ghosts.
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How Grave Robbing Led To The 1788 Doctors' Riot
The Doctors' Riot of 1788 saw a mob turn on doctors and medical students to the point where some were run out of town. Here's how grave robbing led to the riot.
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How The Sewing Machine Changed History Forever
The impact of the sewing machine goes far beyond just saving some effort when making clothes. Here's how the sewing machine changed history forever.
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The Untold Truth Of Linda Ronstadt
Linda Ronstadt, once the "Queen of Rock" and a first-ballot Hall of Famer, is obviously well-known for her hits and voice, but here's what you might not know.
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Famous Deaths Predicted Before They Happened
Even a stopped clock is right twice a day, and celebrities can attract very morbid speculations. These are some famous deaths predicted before they happened.
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Nichelle Nichols' Tragic Connection To The Heaven's Gate Cult
Nichelle Nichols' brother, Thomas, was a member of the Heaven's Gate cult.
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Inside The Relationship Between Bill Russell And Muhammad Ali
Bill Russell and Muhammad Ali are two titans of their respective sports, and they had a close relationship you might not have previously suspected.
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The Origins Of The Unique Accent Heard Only On A Small Virginia Island
The residents of Tangier Island in Virginia speak a distinct dialect that is entirely unique to the island. These are the origins of the accent.
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How Did Serial Killers Leonard Lake And Charles Ng Meet?
It was a partnership that brought out the absolute worst in both men, the stuff of nightmares and horror films. How did Lake and Ng become acquainted?
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The Unsolved Murder Of Union Activist Pete Panto
The death of the man who inspired the main character of "On the Waterfront" is still unsolved today.
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Who Was Margherita Sarfatti, Benito Mussolini's Mistress?
Behind every man is a powerful woman — or so the old cliche goes. In Benito Mussolini's case, there were many women behind him. One was Margherita Sarfatti.
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How Do You Score A Gravesite On A Golf Course?
Golf courses are wide open spaces of well-manicured lawns in lovely settings. But how do you score a gravesite on a golf course?
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