The Science Behind Natural Swimming Pools
Swimming is part of many people's regular exercise regimen, a whole-body workout in a body of chemical-laced water. And chemistry is just one drawback.
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What Is Allegedly The World's Most Haunted Theater?
Theater folk have their share of superstitions -- don't say "Macbeth" in a theater, don't wish someone "good luck." Add to that the possibility of ghosts.
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The Tragic Story Of Derrick Robie's Murder
On August 2, 1992, 4-year-old Derrick Robie went was murdered in a tragic and shocking case that captured headlines across America. Here's the story.
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Do Cats Really Eat Their Owners If They Die?
The domestic housecat hasn't actually been domesticated all that long, compared to, say, dogs. Does that mean that there lurks within savage impulses?
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What We Know About Liza Minnelli's Husbands
Liza Minnelli is often identified as descended from Hollywood royalty, an EGOT winner, known for a personal life as dramatic as her professional achievements.
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The Truth About The Dating App Killer
On November 15, 2017, Sydney Loofe readied herself for her second date with a woman named Aubrey she'd met on Tinder. Here's the story of the Dating App Killer.
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How Ferrari Became A Car Manufacturer
Numerous models and brands of automobiles have become standouts over the years -- Rolls-Royce, DeLorean, the Model T. But few spark a response like a Ferrari.
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William Castle: The P.T. Barnum Of Horror Films
Notable for his B-horror movies, William Castle was also well known for his gimmicks. This is the story of William Castle: The P.T. Barnum of horror films.
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The New York Slave Rebellions You Never Learned About In School
Slavery has a long history in America, and its hard for teachers to cover everything. These are the New York slave rebellions you never learned about in school.
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The Mystery Of Six Chinese Sailors Aboard The Titanic
Six Chinese sailors were among those who survived the sinking of the Titanic in 1912.
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The Real Reason The Oval Office Is Oval
The Oval Office in the West Wing of the White House is where the U.S. president gets work done. But, the history of this egg-shaped room may be surprising.
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Why David Bowie Was Temporarily Banned From SNL
David Bowie is one of the most iconic figures in music. Certainly not one shy away from controversy, he even found himself banned from Saturday Night Live.
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The Sonic Boom Explained
Supersonic travel and the notorious "sonic boom," which leaves shocked bystanders, has long fascinated mankind. Here's how that thunderous blast is created.
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The Real Reason Boiling Water Happens Faster On Mt. Everest
Mountain climbing has its inherent challenges. A mountain like Everest takes time, skills, and modified expectations. Like, around boiling water.
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The Story Behind The Mission Impossible Theme Song
Few theme songs for a movie or TV series catch the viewer's interest, set the scene, and are instantly recognizable like "Mission: Impossible."
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What Happened To Steven Stayner's Kidnapper, Kenneth Parnell?
Steven Stayner's kidnapper, Kenneth Parnell, only served five years in prison for that crime, but he wasn't done preying on kids. Here's what happened to him.
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The Hidden Talent Of Marilyn Monroe May Surprise You
Human beings are complex creatures, and often pursue more than one artistic expression. Frank Sinatra liked to paint. And what of Marilyn Monroe?
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The Truth Behind Michelle Carter's Fundraiser
Michelle Carter was convicted of involuntary manslaughter after coercing her boyfriend to kill himself. Here's the truth about the fundraiser she organized.
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Is This Why A Score Of Zero Is Called Love In Tennis?
The history of sports has its unique and arcane aspects, anything from the shape of an American football to the scoring references in tennis.
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How An Overdraft Lead To The Discovery Of A Mummified Body
It's not exactly common for a dead body to remain undiscovered for five years, but that's exactly what happened here. It was only found thanks to an overdraft.
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Would A Cockroach Really Be Able To Survive A Nuclear War?
Growing up in the shadow of nuclear annihilation has certainly put a damper on the carefree aspects of childhood. Humanity would be eradicated. And cockroaches?
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How Margaret Thatcher May Have Inadvertently Launched Star Wars Day
"May the fourth be with you" is a common saying when May 4 comes around on the calendar. However, the origins of this phrase are rooted in a political victory.
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Here's How Record Store Day Got Started
"Ghostbusters" told us that print is dead. Some might make the same case for vinyl recordings. Record Store Day participants, however, beg to differ.
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How The Michelle Carter Case Could Give Birth To A New Law
Michelle Carter was convicted of involuntary manslaughter for coercing her boyfriend to kill himself. The case could give birth to a new law.
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Is There Really A Typo In The Lincoln Memorial?
The Lincoln Memorial is one of the most famous monuments in the U.S., but it's not perfect. This is the story of the typo in the Lincoln Memorial.
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Is This Why We Call Coffee A Cup Of Joe?
It's a common scene in movies from the 1930s, even into the 1950s: A man enters a diner, sits at the counter, and orders a cup of joe. Why joe?
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The Origin Of The Sports Mascot
Mascots are ubiquitous in the world of sports, taking on a variety of characters and forms. Here's where the mascot tradition first originated.
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