This Crips Co-Founder Was Once Nominated For A Nobel Peace Prize
Stanley "Tookie" Williams was the self-attested co-founder of the Crips: one of America's most notorious gangs. He was also nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize.
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The Untold Truth Of Marvin Gaye
When one thinks of soul, Marvin Gaye probably comes to mind, but the singer found himself troubled throughout his life. This is the untold truth of Marvin Gaye.
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This Gallaudet University Ritual Is One Of The Weirdest College Traditions
Every college or university has its traditions, each slightly magical, slightly superstitious, and difficult to explain to outsiders. Here's a really weird one.
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The Real Reason That Aretha Franklin Stopped Traveling By Plane
We all have our quirks. Those little lines we just won't cross, whether it's walking under a ladder or something more mundane. It can have an impact on work.
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Tragic Details Found In Sean Taylor's Autopsy Report
There are people who seem like they are born to excel in their field. Sean Taylor was a force on the field, getting 114 tackles in his third year in the NFL.
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Famous People Who Survived Polio
There's no question that the development of the polio vaccine has saved countless lives around the globe. While the disease was often fatal, some survived.
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The Feud Between Paul McCartney And The Rolling Stones Explained
In 2020, McCartney took a fresh jab at the Stones, saying, "they're a blues cover band ... I think our net was cast a bit wider than theirs."
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Here's Who Inherited James Gandolfini's Money After He Died
Born to Italian immigrants, New Jersey native James Gandolfini received critical acclaim and worldwide fame for his role as mafia boss Tony Soprano.
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This Was Crips Founder Stanley 'Tookie' Williams' Last Meal
Crips founder Stanley 'Tookie' Williams' was sentenced to death for murder, then became a crusader against violence while in prison. This was his last meal.
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The Tragic Murder Of Alison Parker And Adam Ward Explained
At 6:45 in the morning on August 26, 2015, TV news journalist Alison Parker was conducting a live interview at a Virginia mall when several shots rang out.
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The Forbidden Romance That Stevie Nicks Says Saved Her Life
Stevie Nicks is best known for her iconic music and style, but she also had a number of whirlwind love affairs in her life, many of which made headlines.
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The Real Reason Pontius Pilate Ordered Jesus' Death
The crucifixion of Jesus at the hands of the Romans has been a source of inspiration, grief, and even confusion for millennia. Why did Pontius Pilate order it?
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The Mystery Surrounding Jim Morrison's Old Mustang, The Blue Lady
Jim Morrison of The Doors had a Mustang named "The Blue Lady," which disappeared without a trace. The mystery of what happened to the car remains even today.
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Inside The Life Of Lucille Ball
Everyone knows Lucille Ball, creator of "I Love Lucy" and television pioneer. But a look inside her life reveals some unknown facts.
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What Montana In 1883 Was Really Like
America in the 19th century was a country, for good or ill, determined to expand its holdings across North America. For Montana, the year 1883 was pivotal.
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The Sad Truth About Gwen Stefani And Gavin Rossdale's Marriage
Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale were a rock star power couple, but it didn't last. Here is the sad truth about their marriage.
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What Happened To Scarface The Rapper?
Rapper Scarface has been the very image of Southern hip-hop for years. He's now bounced back from COVID, but what else does he have planned for his career?
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Whatever Happened To Ink Master Season 7 Winner, Anthony Michaels?
For 13 seasons, "Ink Master" featured some of the most profound talents in the tattooing world. Anthony Michaels took home the grand prize in Season 7.
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The Real Reason Bob Dylan Walked Out On The Ed Sullivan Show
Bob Dylan has been a prolific voice of poetic social observation for decades. He's also considered a striking example of artistic integrity.
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What Happened To The Iconic Angel Of The North From Antiques Roadshow?
"Antiques Roadshow" is a television show that follows appraisers as they traverse the U.K. and other countries, searching for treasure amid heaps of trash.
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What Lucille Ball's On-Set Behavior Was Really Like
Lucille Ball of "I Love Lucy" fame played a hilarious housewife on the show. But Ball was tougher to work with on set than her character's persona suggested.
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These Are Elton John's Demands For His Hotel Stays
When you've been a successful performer for as long as Sir Elton John, you have very specific ideas about how you want your life on tour to be organized.
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Ben Affleck And Barack Obama Are Related. Here's How
Thanks to the miracle of modern DNA technology, people are discovering exciting, and sometimes troubling, familial ties in their bloodline.
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The Tragic Murder Of Tessa Majors Explained
On December 11, 2019, Tessa Majors, an 18-year-old Barnard College student was senselessly stabbed to death during an attempted robbery.
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The Tragic Murder Of Adrienne Shelly Explained
Adrienne Shelly was a rising screenwriter, filmmaker and a mom when she was killed by a robber. Here is her tragic murder explained.
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This University Of Pennsylvania Ritual Is One Of The Weirdest College Traditions
The University of Pennsylvania has one of the strangest college football rituals in the country, involving throwing bread products onto the field.
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What Katharine Hepburn's On-Set Behavior Was Really Like
The movie studios of Hollywood's "Golden Age" controlled nearly every aspect of their stars' lives. Some performers pushed back -- Katharine Hepburn was one.
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