Longest-Reigning Monarchs In History
The longest-reigning monarchs in history include, of course, Elizabeth II, but though she's ruled for 70 years and counting, she doesn't own the longest reign.
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How A Reverend Was Unexpectedly Killed During A Common Church Ceremony
Without it being obvious church ceremonies pose dangers to the pastors and priests administering them. Such was the case for this pastor in Waco, Texas.
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Which Battle Of The Bulge Soldiers Were Also Famous Sports Figures?
There are those uncountable numbers of individuals who take part in a war and never fully recover. Some, however, not only survive, but excel afteward.
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Why Did King Solomon In The Bible Lose Favor With God?
King Solomon, revered as a prophet by the three Abrahamic faiths -- Judaism, Christianity, and Islam -- is renowned for many things, but above all, wisdom.
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What It Was Really Like For Criminals In Victorian England
It's probably been an ongoing discussion since human beings first gathered together for warmth, food, and, presumably, safety: What do you do with the baddies?
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Baby Thomas Gibson's Disappearance Remains A Mystery Over 30 Years Later
Baby Thomas Gibson went missing over 30 years ago after playing in the front yard of his home. However, the whereabouts of Gibson still remains a mystery.
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Elvis Had An Incredibly Unusual Way Of Drinking Out Of Cups
Elvis Presley is the undisputed King of Rock 'n' Roll and one of the top-selling artists of all time. Yet, he had a very peculiar way of drinking from cups.
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Sean Connery Was Once Forced To Flee Town For A Terrifying Reason
Sean Connery was tough as nails in both the roles he played on the screen and his personal life, but one feud with actual mobsters escalated dangerously.
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The NBA Player Who Was Fined $50,000 For Untying His Opponents' Shoes
Anybody who follows or participates in sports at any level is familiar with trash talking -- verbally messing with your opponent's confidence. But their shoes?
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The Worst Royal Wedding Nights In History
Here's what you need to know about the worst royal wedding nights in history, ranging from lackluster to downright awful.
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Why Did Franklin Floyd From Netflix's Girl In The Picture Murder His Stepson?
Whenever a particularly heinous crime comes to light, even the most casual observers will find themselves asking, "Why would somebody do something like that?"
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The Untold Truth Of Anita Hill
Anita Hill rose to public awareness and scrutiny after alleging sexual harrassment against Clarence Thomas during his Supreme Court nomination hearings.
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Zodiac Copycat Killer Eddie Seda Left A Horrifying Mark Of His Own
Heriberto "Eddie" Seda was New York's copycat Zodiac Killer in the '90s. Using a unique symbol he left a trail of attacks and murder before his arrest.
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The Real Story Behind The Song Unchained Melody
"Unchained Melody" is one of the most iconic songs of all time charting multiple times throughout history. Here is the story behind this heart-wrenching tune.
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Beethoven Had An Incredibly Precise Process For His Morning Coffee
It comes as no surprise that great genius sometimes arrives wrapped up in, putting it charitably, equally great eccentricity. Beethoven was no exception.
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Scientific Effects That Happen When A Man Grows A Beard
Beards are in. But what does all this scruff mean for men's faces? Here are scientific effects that happen when a man grows a beard.
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Your Chances Of Making A Hole In 1 In Golf Are Way Slimmer Than You Realized
There are tournaments galore on the professional golf circuit, but a high point in any golfer's career, amateur or professional, is the coveted hole in one.
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What Is The Lemon Test And Why Did The Supreme Court Rule On It?
The United States Supreme Court has a long history of creating tests against which court cases should be measured in terms of decisions and precedent.
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The Truth About Jean Michel Basquiat And Madonna's Relationship
At first, it might seem like one of the more odd pairings from celebrity culture: a groundbreaking visual artist and an up-and-coming performer.
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How Did Iron Maiden Get Their Name?
Iron Maiden is one of the most recognizable names in heavy metal, but there's a common misconception about where it came from.
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John Wayne's Signature Golden Bracelet Holds An Incredible Story
John Wayne came to represent a certain vision of American exceptionalism on the big screen, whether taming the Old West or fighting a more modern war.
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The Myth Of Sif Explained
While often associated with Thor, the goddess Sif's history has been lost to time, with only brief and sometimes unclear mentions in the Eddas.
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The Truth About Stephen Hawking's Two Marriages
Stephen Hawking was one of the most important scientists of all time, but he also had a dramatic personal life with two marriages that ended in divorce.
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What Was Hells Angels' Founder Sonny Barger's Net Worth When He Died?
Sonny Barger was many things in his 83 years: biker, inmate, actor, author. When he died June 29, he left a not inconsiderable estate behind.
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The Truth About King Tut's Curse And Its Victims
When Howard Carter opened the tomb of King Tutankhamun in 1922, the world went nuts. Here's the true story of King Tut's curse.
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Here's What It's Really Like To Go Undercover
While TV and film offer a window into what it's like to go undercover, it turns out some of the most common tropes are quite far from the reality of vice work.
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Travis Barker Spent Time With Another Band Before Joining Blink-182
Travis Barker was part of another rock group for a few years before he joined Blink-182.
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