The Untold Truth Of Sherri Papini
Six years ago, Sherri Papini's disappearance engrossed the nation. She seemingly vanished without a trace, but as the truth unfolded, a darker story emerged.
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The Secret History Of London's Lost Rivers
The River Thames is London's most well-known river, but there are several "lost" rivers lying beneath the city's surface. This is their secret history.
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Where Did The Comedy Gag Of Slipping On A Banana Peel Come From?
The visual gaffe of a person slipping on a banana peel has become ubiquitous in entertainment culture. But what's the story behind this comedy staple?
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The Oldest Bars In The World
People have been drinking since the dawn of man, and we found proof. Here are some of the oldest bars around the world that are proud of their age.
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Prince Harry: The Untold Truth
Prince Harry is the son of Prince Charles and the late Princess Diana. Read on to learn more about Harry, his history, and what he plans for the future.
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Inside Pope Paul VI's Apollo 11 Moon Landing Message
Many people have at least a passing interest in space travel -- the real space travel, not science fiction. Numbered among them? Pope Paul VI.
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The Dangerous Terrorist That Influenced The Tsarnaev Brothers
The bombs detonated at the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013 destroyed lives and property and permanently damaged Americans' sense of safety at home.
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The Japanese Soldiers Who Kept Fighting World War II
Many types of individuals answer their nation's call to take up arms. Some fight as little as possible; some become thoroughly committed to the cause.
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What Timothy McVeigh's Dad Really Thinks About His Terrorist Son
William "Bill" McVeigh is the father of Timothy McVeigh, the man responsible for the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995.
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How Did Boston Marathon Bombing Co-Conspirator, Tamerlan Tsarnaev, Die?
The Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013, was the site of a horrific bombing, which harmed hundreds of people. So how did co-conspirator Tamerlan Tsarnaev die?
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Does Women And Children First Still Apply When Boarding Lifeboats?
The seafaring code of "women and children first" has been culturally ingrained writ large, partly thanks to movies like "Titanic." But is it still a thing?
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The Biggest Theories About The Meaning Of Sacagawea's Name
The young Native American mother who accompanied the Lewis and Clark Expedition is a bit of a mystery in history. There are even questions about her real name.
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How Rolling Stone's Boston Marathon Bombing Coverage Put Them In Hot Water
The 21st century has been, unfortunately, a golden age of deadly terrorism. Here's how Rolling Stone's Boston Marathon bombing coverage put them in hot water.
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Who Was The Real Deep Throat From The Watergate Scandal?
It's been 50 years since the Watergate scandal was set into motion, and some aspects of it remain puzzling and uncertain. But not the identity of Deep Throat.
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Nearly A Third Of London Watched This Famous Execution
Throughout history, many a criminal has become a figure of public fascination -- Al Capone and Butch Cassidy in the U.S., and Jack Sheppard in the U.K.
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Chewing Gum In This Country Could Get You A Hefty Fine
Chewing gum sounds like a relatively innocuous activity, but chewing gum in Singapore is illegal and could actually land you some hefty fines.
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The Best Theories About How Mark Twain Got His Name
Mark Twain is one of the most famous American authors of all time, but his name is actually just a pen name. Here's how Mark Twain got his name.
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The Magician Who Managed To Rob Jimmy Carter's Secret Service Detail
Some might call Apollo Robbins a master of sleight of hand. Others might call him a pickpocket. Which one was he when he robbed Jimmy Carter's security team?
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What Is The History Behind The Seasonal Holiday Of May Day?
Allergies aside, the arrival of spring is generally a welcome occasion in many parts of the world. For many, that means marking May Day as a special holiday.
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How Is Genocide Defined?
Genocide has largely been understood as the destruction of an entire group of people. But the nuances of how to prosecute and fully define are largely debated.
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The Unique Way Tony Bennett Has Given Some Fans Autographs
Tony Bennett is one of the world's most famous performers, but he doesn't always sign autographs traditionally. Here's how he gives some fans autographs.
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The Reason Nobody Knew About Alice Ball's Role In Leprosy Treatment Until After Her Death
Born in Seattle in 1892 to a middle-class family, Alice Augusta Ball was a chemist whose contributions to science were largely forgotten. But why?
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The Dark Origin Story Of Peter Pan
While "Peter Pan" is often considered a happy go lucky story of a boy who never grows up, its origins are far darker and tragic.
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The Truth About President Taft's Special Seats At Yale
William Howard Taft was a Yale alumnus before he served as the 27th president. He seemed very happy to return to the school when he left the White House.
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Who Invented Karaoke?
Karaoke is a popular pastime enabling the dulcet tones of friends and family members worldwide. But, this entertainment behemoth has humble beginnings.
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Here's How Long It Really Took For The Titanic To Sink
More than 100 years later, the Titanic fascinates and saddens the world. Researchers continue to study the tragic event, discovering new information.
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The Real Reason Why The Sky Is Blue
We often take it for granted that the sky is blue, but there's a complex reason behind why the sky appears to be this particular color. Here's why.
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