Sandra Day O'Connor's Accomplishments Outside Of The Supreme Court
Sandra Day O'Connor made her mark with her work as a U.S. Supreme Court justice, but she also had many other accomplishments. Here's what they were.
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What Happened To Elvis Presley's Personal Bible?
Elvis Presley was gifted a Bible from his aunt and uncle the year he moved into Graceland and used it often until his death. Here's what happened to it.
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Sandra Day O'Connor Dies; First Female Supreme Court Justice Dead At 93
Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor died on December 1, 2023. Here's a look at the life of the trailblazing lawyer and politician.
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This Is Who Inherited George Washington's Estate After He Died
After former United States President George Washington died, his estate was divided up per his will. Here's who received a part of the remains.
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Here's Where You'll Find Harriet Tubman's Grave
Harriet Tubman is the famous Underground Railroad operator who brought many enslaved Black Americans to safety. Here's where you'll find her grave.
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The Most Underappreciated James Taylor Songs
James Taylor remains one of music's most indelible singer-songwriters. In addition to his many recognizable hits, his underappreciated tunes deserve a listen.
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What Were The First Autopsies In History Like?
Today autopsies are a standard part of death investigations, but the first autopsies in history were uncommon and performed more to understand the human body.
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Shane MacGowan's Relationship With Sinead O'Connor (And Why She Once Reported Him To The Police)
The Pogues' Shane MacGowan had a complicated relationship with singer-songwriter Sinead O'Connor. Here's why she once reported him to the police.
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Things Napoleon Left Out Of The True Story
Ridley Scott's "Napoleon" leaves out years' worth of events, plus important context and nuance for the sake of dramatization. Here's the history you won't see.
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Who Is Shane MacGowan's Wife, Victoria Mary Clarke?
Shane MacGowan, frontman for Irish punk band The Pogues, died on November 30, 2023. His wife Victoria Mary Clarke had been with him since the 1980s.
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The Story Behind The Pogues' Hit Christmas Song Fairytale Of New York
The Pogues' hit Christmas song "Fairytale of New York" was released back in 1988. Here's the story behind the recording of the timeless classic.
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How Old The First 5 US Presidents Were When They Took Office
The first five U.S. presidents were George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe. How old were they when they took office?
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Whatever Happened To Trevor Rees-Jones, The Only Survivor Of Princess Diana's Fatal Crash?
Princess Diana's 1996 death shocked the world. Here's what happened to bodyguard Trevor Rees-Jones, the only one who survived the crash that took her life.
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The Untold Truth Of Ansel Adams
Ansel Adams is famous for capturing America's natural beauty, but he also survived an infamous disaster, took on presidents, and championed nuclear power.
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Henry Kissinger, Diplomat And Statesman, Dead At 100
U.S. statesman and controversial advisor to multiple generations of presidents, Henry Kissinger, has died. He was 100 years old.
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Who Was Antiochus IV Epiphanes?
Antiochus IV Epiphanes was an ancient ruler whose efforts to strip the Jews of their rights to practice their religion led to the War of the Maccabees.
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What Do Candles Symbolize During Hanukkah?
Though Hanukkah carries several traditions, the lighting of the candles is the most significant aspect of the Jewish holiday known as Festival of Lights.
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The Macabre Reason Oil Continues To Leak Into Pearl Harbor
The U.S.S. Arizona became a macabre death chamber for thousands after it was bombed in 1941. It still slowly leaks oil into Pearl Harbor all these years later.
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What You Never Knew About Anthony Hopkins
Whether as the cannibal Hannibal Lecter or the Norse god Odin, Anthony Hopkins has become a household name. But some facts about Hopkins are not so well-known.
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Dolly Parton's Impressive Manicures Are For More Than Just Looks
Country music icon Dolly Parton's impressive manicures are for more than just looks. She used her acrylic nails to help write one of her most successful songs.
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The Sad 2012 Death Of Don Cornelius
"Soul Train" host Don Cornelius made his mark by bringing Black representation to American television. Here's the sad story of his 2012 death.
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This Is How Many People Were On The Mayflower When It Came To America
The Pilgrims' Mayflower left Holland and arrived in America in 1620. Here's how many people were aboard when it hit the shores of Massachusetts.
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The Untold Truth Of Delta Force
The Army's Delta Force avoids attention to preserve its secrecy, but some info has trickled out over the years. Here's the untold truth of the mysterious force.
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The True Story Of Harriet Tubman's Only Child
American abolitionist Harriet Tubman is often described in American history books, but the story of her child is lesser known. Here's why that's the case.
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What Mick Jagger's Relationship With Melanie Hamrick Is Like
Mick Jagger first met Melanie Hamrick in 2014 while the two were both on tour. Here's what his relationship with his younger beau is like.
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The Real Meaning Behind Green Day's American Idiot
What's the real meaning behind Green Day's "American Idiot"? Here's how the punk rock group came up with the lyrics to the popular 2004 song.
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Every Pet In The Kennedy-Era White House
While living in the White House, the Kennedys kept a lot of pets. From ducks to hamsters to ponys, here are all the members of the extended presidential family.
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