The Historical Origin Of The Phrase The Real McCoy
If you have ever mentioned or heard the expression referring to the "Real McCoy," you might be wondering where exactly it came from. Here's the story.
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The Myth About Victorian Women You Can Stop Believing
Victorian women connote s certain frailty due to the way they are often portrayed, but here is one myth you can stop believing.
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Elephants Use Their Feet In An Unexpected Way
Elephants are one of the most beloved animals on the planet. They show a high level of intelligence and they can even communicate in this fascinating manner.
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Brutally Honest Predictions Of The Future Most People Don't Want To Hear
Are antibiotics going to stop working? Will the wealthy abandon Earth for floating luxury space colonies? Are robots going to start controlling our minds?!
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Here's What Would Happen If Dinosaurs Never Went Extinct
Since the 1800s — when the first dinosaur fossil was discovered for what it was — humans have been fascinated by the magnificent, alien wonders of our past.
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The Moon Can Get Hotter And Colder Than Anywhere On Earth
Sure, the moon is kind of a second-class citizen when it comes to objects in orbit, but that doesn't mean it doesn't have its own unique characteristics.
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What We Know About Charles Darwin's Mental Health
Charles Darwin is the father of the Theory of Evolution, and one of the world's most famous scientific minds. But he also struggled with his mental health.
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How Scientists Manipulate The Weather By Flying Planes Into Clouds
It's said that everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it. That's only half right, as numerous scientists are demonstrating.
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The Truth About The World's Northernmost Island
Some of the best revelations happen by accident, and this arctic island discovery could certainly be counted in that category.
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The Worst Invasive Species Disasters In History
Once an invasive species settles into its new environs, the results can be catastrophic to plants, animal life, agriculture, and to people.
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Creepy Facts About Animals That Will Keep You Up At Night
From surprising self-defense secrets to repulsive reproductive rituals, here are some creepy facts about animals that will keep you up at night.
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The Unfortunate Truth About Solar Panels
Alternative energy technology has made amazing advances in the last few decades, but it isn't all roses. Here's the unfortunate truth about solar panels.
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How Jonathan Wild's Criminal Empire Came To An End
You could say Jonathan Wild was an opportunist. He certainly played a lot of angles. Here's how his criminal empire came to an end.
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What It Was Really Like Working On A Whaling Ship
For decades whaling ships sailed the seas in search of whales—and life on board was far from pleasant. Here's what it was really like working on a whaling ship.
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The Weirdest Protest Movements In History
As long as there has been government there has been protesting.
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When Bird Poop Powered Western Agriculture
Bird poop is a nuisance to us today, but centuries ago it was a valuable commodity. Here's how bird poop once actually powered western agriculture.
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Inside The Crazy Proposal To Harness The Sun's Energy
We consume more and more energy each year. Right now, most of our energy comes from fossil fuels -- the leading cause of global warming.
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Ernest Hemingway's Scathing Comments About F Scott Fitzgerald Shows How Real Their Feud Was
Ernest Hemmingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald were two literary giants of the 20th century. But, their friendship was less amicable than might be expected.
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The Biggest Statues In The World
From Australia's giant sheep monument to the enormous Buddhas of Asia, here's a survey of some of the tallest statues from across the globe.
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Cost Taxpayers A Staggering Sum
Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee was a jubilant affair for most of the U.K. However, the celebrations cost the U.K. taxpaer a staggering amount of money.
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One Of The Most Iconic Characters In Cinematic History Was This Actor's Only Film Role
One of the most iconic characters in film history -- the alien from "Alien" -- was portrayed by an actor who could claim the xenomorph as he only role.
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Why Did Graham Nash Leave The Hollies?
The Hollies were a successful band in the late 1960s, but guitarist and vocalist Graham Nash chose to leave the group. Here's why.
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The Biggest Emanuela Orlandi Theories: What Really Happened To Her?
On June 22, 1983, 15-year-old Emanuela Orlandi left her parents' Vatican City apartment and walked toward Rome's Sant'Apollinare complex. What happened next?
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How Long Can Cockroaches Live Without Their Head?
Cockroaches are often considered one of the grossest insects, partly because they can survive without a head. Here's how long they can live without a head.
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The Untold Truth Of Tyrannosaurus Rex
As Tyrannosaurus rex is one of the most well-studied dinosaurs, we know more about it than most other prehistoric species. This is the untold truth of T. rex.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Juice Wrld
Rapper Juice Wrld would have been celebrating his 23rd birthday in 2021, but his death in 2019 cut that short when he passed away at just 21 years old.
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Why Rumors Of Pope Francis' Resignation Are Causing Such An Uproar
Traditionally, the job of pope is a lifetime commitment. Pope Benedict XVI changed that by resigning in 2013. Will his successor, Pope Francis, follow suit?
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