Your Hair May Contain Traces Of Gold
The human body is an incredible amalgamation of a huge diversity of ingredients -- massive amounts of calcium, various forms of protein. Oh, yeah -- also gold.
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Albert Einstein's Letter To Marie Curie Was Full Of Great Advice
Whatever their accomplishments -- their laborious research, their "aha!" moments -- scientists -- even brilliant scientists -- are still human beings.
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How Woody Harrelson Unknowingly Helped Catch An Alleged Thief
Sometimes actors get so busy that they actually forget about a project in which they appeared. Maybe they didn't know they were part of it at all.
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The Tragic 1978 Murder Of Sid Vicious' Girlfriend Nancy Spungen
Hangers-on, drugs, violence -- all ingredients that have played too large a part in too many stories from the world of music, including Nancy Spungen's story.
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The Origin Of The New York Yankees' Bizarre Ban On Beards And Long Hair
Here's why the New York Yankees have long banned their players from sporting beards and wearing their hair long.
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The Untold Truth Of La Belle Époque
France's Beautiful Age was a time of innovation, but also a time of rising social and political tensions. This is the untold truth of La Belle Époque.
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Here's What The First Major League Baseball Season In 1901 Was Like
Let's take a trip back to when baseball was still America's pastime. Here's what the first Major League Baseball season in 1901 was like.
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How A Cartoon Voice Actress Made Richard Nixon's Enemies List
Voice acting always seems like a pretty solid gig. No costumes, no memorizing lines, no makeup. Show up, read the words. What could go wrong?
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What Disney World Was Like The Year You Were Born
Disney World has evolved over the years, adding magic to the part and its attractions regularly. Here what things were like when you were born.
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These 3 Companies Make Up The Modern-Day Space Race Rivalry
The space race has changed in mission and in scope over the last 60 years. Today, these three companies make up the modern-day space race rivalry.
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How The LGBTQ+ Community Reclaimed The Pink Triangle From The Nazis
A symbol of solidarity among the LGBTQ+ community, the pink triangle embodies resistance, strength, and a firm rebuke of the horrors of past Nazi oppression.
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Why Is The Alphabet In The ABC Order It Is?
The history of the alphabet, from its origins in trade routes, provides a few clues as to how and why it's rendered today in a specific order.
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Why Did Depeche Mode's Andy Fletcher Say He Had A Nervous Breakdown In 1994?
Andy Fletcher's death in May 2022 rocked the world -- but it seems that a 1994 tour with Depeche Mode and a fateful decision made his life all the better.
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The Untold Truth Of Marsha P. Johnson
Marsha P. Johnson was an activist and performer that pioneered gay rights and protested in the Stonewall Riots. Here's her untold truth.
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The Worst Crimes U.S. Presidents Have Been Accused Of
Public confidence in U.S. governance keeps ebbing, and presidential history offers a clue why. Here are the worst crimes U.S. presidents have been accused of.
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US Presidents Who Ran Unopposed In Their Elections
The United States prides itself on its robust arena of political debate, but it wasn't always that way. Years ago, two presidents ran for election unopposed.
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The 1935 Death Of Thelma Todd Still Is Surrounded By Conspiracy
Today, there is so much science brought to bear when investigating crime, especially a suspicious death. It was not always so, not even for movie stars.
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The Origins Of 'Yo Mama' Jokes Are A Lot Older Than Think
'Yo mama' jokes have been a mainstay of schoolyards, street corners, and comedy stages for years, but their origins are a lot older than you think.
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The Story Behind John Cena's Iconic 'You Can't See Me' Taunt
John Cena is more than just a wrestling champion, he's the face behind the waving hand. His "You can't see me" taunt is viral and here's the story behind it.
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The Reason Many Sports Fans Don't Like To See Drake Anywhere Near Their Favorite Team
Sports fans can be a suspicious lot, whether it means wearing the same jersey every time their team plays, or some other ritual. Not to mention curses.
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How The Chilling Myth Of The Russian Sleep Experiment Turned Into An Urban Legend
For the uninitiated, the Russian Sleep Experiment is one of the more notable creepypastas that folks have mistakenly taken for the truth. Here's the story.
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What Queen Elizabeth's Daily Routine Is Really Like
The Queen's daily routine is actually quite rigorous, especially considering her age. Here's what Queen Elizabeth gets up to everyday.
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This Was Hattie McDaniel's Final Request Before Her Death
Hattie McDaniel forged a career in numerous aspects of show business, including an Academy Award for her work in "Gone with the Wind." And when she died?
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The Historical And Scientific Inspiration Behind Kate Bush's Cloudbusting
When watching the music video of Kate Bush's "Cloudbusting," it's hard to believe that the video is largely based on a true story. Let's take a look.
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It Would Not Be As Cool As You Think If Earth Had Two Moons
At the right time of the month, on a clear night, you look up. There it is: the moon in all its splendor. Probably twice as good if there were two, right?
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Jon Lovitz Once Blamed Andy Dick For Phil Hartman's Death
In the lives of comedians, everything isn't always funny. Here's why Jon Lovitz once blamed Andy Dick for Phil Hartman's death
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How David Bowie's Ashes Once Led To A Concerning Rumor
Following David Bowie's death, there was an outpouring of grief from fans. Stories abounded about where his ashes were interred including this strange place.
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