Blondie Went By This Before Settling On Their Final Name
The band Blondie didn't start out using that moniker. This is what they went by before settling on their final name.
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Weirdest Laws In Nebraska
In a region of the central Midwest lies Nebraska. All of its residents are governed by a state legislature, which has some weird laws Nebraskans have to follow.
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This Is How Canada Got Its Name
There are many theories surrounding how Canada got its name. It's most likely rooted in the language of First Nations people, or Spanish explorers.
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The Real Reasons Your Ancestors May Have Changed Their Names
Life often means change. The lives of immigrants reflect that boldly, particularly when it came to their names as they entered a new country, for a new life.
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The Untold Truth Of The Oldest Known Board Game
People have been playing board games for thousands of years. Here is the untold truth of the oldest known board game.
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Omar Sharif
Few movie actors had a star shine as brightly as Omar Sharif's in the 1960s -- "Lawrence of Arabia," "Dr. Zhivago." What became of the Egyptian-born performer?
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The Time Black Sabbath Was Cursed By Satanists
With rugged and ominous-looking band members, Black Sabbath released their self-titled album in 1970 and listeners were shaken by the demonic mystique.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find Michelangelo's Stolen Mask Of A Faun
Michelangelo's "Mask of a Faun" dates back to the 16th century, and moved between different museums for hundreds of years before being stolen by Nazis.
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The Untold Truth Of Howie Long
Some athletes retire from a professional career in sports and simply kick back, enjoying a well-earned rest. For others, like Howie Long, sports are just Act 1.
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The Dark Inspiration Behind The Boomtown Rats' I Don't Like Mondays
There's something dark behind the lyrics of the Boomtown Rats' signature song I Don't Like Mondays, and the clues are all there in the lyrics.
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What Happened To Brenda Spencer After The Cleveland Elementary School Shooting Of 1979?
Brenda Ann Spencer became the first American school shooter in 1979. Here is what happened to her after the Cleveland Elementary School shooting.
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This Mountain In The Middle East Is One Of The Most Dangerous Places On Earth
Best known as the second-highest mountain peak in the world, this place holds another distinction: It's one of the most dangerous mountains on Earth.
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Weirdest Laws In Mississippi
In the state of Mississippi, you might think you'd be hard-pressed to find weird laws. However, you'll find that the Magnolia State has plenty of them.
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The Truth Behind Abbott And Costello's Popular 'Who's On First?' Routine
The basic premise of a joke, any joke, probably dates back to the first human communication. No wonder that some comedy has deep roots in history.
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Tragic Details Found In Errol Flynn's Autopsy Report
It's not secret that the life of a very bankable Hollywood movie actor can be a life of rampant, irresponsible self-indulgence. Eventually, there's a price.
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Inside Janet Jackson's Feud With Paris Jackson
The Jackson family has long been the subject of controversy and rumors. One feud that has lasted for over a decade has been between Paris and Janet Jackson.
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What Tennis Fans Might Not Know About Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic is widely considered one of the best tennis players to have ever played the game. Here's what else you may not know about Djokovic.
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The Real Reason Tears For Fears Didn't Play Live Aid In 1985
The English rock group Tears for Fears were among the biggest bands in 1985. Also that year, Live Aid brought together talented artists for a benefit concert.
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The Truth About How Pink Floyd Got Its Name
Here's the story of how Pink Floyd got its iconic name after struggling with several band names during their early days.
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The Tragic Truth About The Cretaceous Mass Extinction
There really was no safe place to hide from the Chicxulub impactor. Here's the awful, awful truth about the mass extinction event at the end of the Cretaceous.
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The Mystery Behind Genghis Khan's Burial
Mongolian Emperor Genghis Khan died in 1227, and to this day, his tomb has never been found.
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The Most Devastating Earthquakes Of All Time
Even when an earthquake isn't topping the Richter scale, it can still do an incredible amount of damage. These are the most devastating earthquakes of all time.
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The Most Haunted Hotels In America
Haunted hotels across the U.S. are major tourist attractions. Here's a list of some of the most haunted hotels in America, so you can plan a visit if you dare.
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Famous Celebrities Who Died In Their 40s
They say life begins at 40, but sadly, for other celebrities, life ends at 40. Or at least, in their 40s. These celebrities all tragically died in their 40s.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find The Lost Raphael Painting 'Portrait Of A Young Man'
Raphael's "Portrait of a Young Man" was stolen in Poland during World War II and has never been seen since.
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Chuck Taylors Are Over 100 Years Old. Here's What You Should Know
Chuck Taylors were first manufactured in 1917 and remain popular to this day.
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The Untold Truth Of Rivers Cuomo
Weezer's lead singer and guitarist Rivers Cuomo has become something of a mythical figure to many of his fans. This is the untold truth of Rivers Cuomo.
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