Presidential Administrations With The Most White House Christmas Trees
The Christmas tree is a symbol of good cheer, marking the holidays for millions of Americans. That includes the White House. But will just one tree enough?
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The History Of Writing Letters To Santa Explained
It's hard to imagine a time when children didn't write letters to Santa, but the idea of sharing a wish list with the big guy is actually a fairly modern idea.
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What Happened To The Sound Of Music Cast After The Movie?
Read on to see what happened to some of your favorite actors and actresses from "The Sound of Music."
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The Tragic Story Of When The British Starved Bengal
The Bengal famine of 1943 wasn't the first induced in India by the British, but it was the last. This is the tragic story of when the British starved Bengal.
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The Real Reason We Call Hit Movies 'Blockbusters'
The term "blockbuster" used to describe movies has a war-time origin.
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The Tragic Death Of Natasha Richardson
Actress Natasha Richardson died in 2009 after suffering a brain injury from a fall while skiing.
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Songs That Were Claimed To Have Inspired Real Life Crimes
The debate whether violent music directly inspires violent behavior is ongoing. However, these killers cited specific songs as inspiration for their crimes.
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This Is The First President To Put A Christmas Tree In The White House
It's easy to forget that presidents have families, too, even at Christmas. When did the Christmas Tree first come to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue?
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The True Stories Behind Dolly Parton's Christmas Movies
Dolly Parton is a world-famous country singer, actress, businesswoman, and recently, subject of a pair of television Christmas movies.
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The First Lady Who Created Themes For White House Christmases
Families often have traditional decorations they use at the holidays. The residents of the White House bring their own unique vision and style each year.
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The Untold Truth Of Malcolm X's Daughter, Malikah
Malikah Shabazz never knew her famous father - mother, Betty Shabazz, was pregnant with her and twin sister, Malaak, when an assassin killed her dad, Malcolm X.
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The Myth Of Apollo And Daphne Explained
The myth of Apollo and Daphne is one of unrequited love and the extreme measures those involved may go to. Here is the myth of Apollo and Daphne explained.
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The Untold Truth Of Charles Kao
Charles Kao was a world-renowned physicist whose research in electrical engineering could be referred to as the most important work of the modern era.
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The Real Reason We Put Ornaments On The Christmas Tree
Some credit Martin Luther with Christmas tree ornamentation. Others date it back to ancient Egypt, or Rome. Whatever the roots, it's a widespread custom today.
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How Historically Accurate Is Devil In The White City?
Call a book "historical" or "nonfiction" and you're almost certain to invite intense scrutiny. Did events play out the way the author claims they did?
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What Chelsea Manning's Life In Prison Was Really Like
Chelsea Manning first joined the U.S. military in 2007, but in 2010, while stationed in Iraq, she discovered information that she found troubling.
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The Origins Of The Phrase "Silver Lining"
If you've ever tried to find a hint of positivity and light in a fog of malaise or misfortune, perhaps you've heard the phrase "silver linings."
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Here's Who Inherited Carrie Fisher's Money After She Died
Carrie Fisher died of a heart attack at the age of 60, leaving behind millions. Here is who inherited her money when she died.
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The Untold Truth Of Queen Elizabeth II
Living until 96 years old, Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch in British history. This is the untold truth of Queen Elizabeth II.
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The Origin Behind The Phrase 'Get On Your Soapbox'
There are lots of ways to make a pubic point. Yelling, graffiti, pamphlets -- blogs, for that matter. But would a soap box have to do with public discourse?
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Brian Laundrie's Cause Of Death Explained
Brian Laundrie was suspected of killing his fiance, then going missing. A month after his remains were found, his cause of death is explained.
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The Untold Truth Of Iman Shumpert
Here are some lesser-known facts about Dancing with the Stars Season 30 winner, NBA guard Iman Shumpert.
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The Untold Truth Of Saudi Prince Mohammed Bin Salman
In just a short time since being named crown prince by his father in June 2017, MBS has been praised by Western leaders for the reforms he has implemented.
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What Really Happened After Marie Antoinette Died?
History tells the stories of the fall of kingdoms, but each of those stories involves human beings -- with connections, with families, with joy and suffering.
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Movies That Use Storylines Straight From The Bible
Many classic movies are filled with Biblical imagery and tropes, both intentionally and otherwise.. Here are movies that use storylines straight from the Bible.
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What Really Happened When An Avalanche Of Coal Waste Hit Aberfan
The process of mining for coal has always been fraught with danger. Lives have been lost deep within the Earth. But the byproducts of mining can also be deadly.
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The Real Reason There Is No State Of Transylvania
In 1775 a prospector hoped to create a 14th colony called Transylvania in what later became the U.S. Here's the real reason there is no state of Transylvania.
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