The Real Reason The Smithsonian Is Free
There's no such thing as a free lunch. You get what you pay for. In a way, with the Smithsonian museums, you do pay for them -- except to walk in.
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What We Know About The Decision To Permanently Seal Bob Saget's Autopsy Records
A circuit judge in Orlando, Florida, ruled to permanently seal comedian Bob Saget's autopsy records. Here's what we know about the decision.
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Who Is Murphy's Law Named After?
For those not familiar, Murphy's Law states that "Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong" (or something like that — there's no agreed-upon official syntax).
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Why Some Fireflies Synchronize Their Flashing Lights
FIreflies have name recognition, whether it's the song by Owl City or the short-lived sci-fi series. Turns out fireflies might recognize each other, too.
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Why Do We Use The Word Dad For Father?
The word "dad" is nothing like the word "father" but it's a word that millions of people use. The origins of "dad," however, has a baby-babbling history.
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This Is Billy Idol's Real Name
Billy Idol is synonymous with punk, spikey blond hair, and an anti-establishment attitude. But, his real name, may be more mundane than this moniker suggests.
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The True Story Of The Disappearance Of The Beaumont Children
Three siblings went to the beach one day in 1966 and never came home. This is the true story of the disappearance of the Beaumont children.
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The Real Reason Russian Presidents Have Lifetime Immunity Now
There are those who take very seriously the idea of abiding by the rule of law. And then there are those who simply change the rules they don't like.
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Disturbing Details Discovered In Anna Nicole Smith's Autopsy Report
Model-turned-actress Anna Nicole Smith was a head-turner from the moment she catapulted to stardom until her tragic death at just 39 years old.
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The Origin Of Downtown Chicago's The Loop Nickname
Numerous cities have nicknames they celebrate (and some they try to live down). That's also true of specific sections or neighborhoods of cities.
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The Bizarre Case Of Paul Joseph Fronczak's Kidnapping
The abduction of Paul Joseph Fronczak immediately became national news, and everyone was looking for him. So what happened? You won't believe it.
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What Does A No-Fly Zone Mean And Why Is It Hard To Implement?
Ukraine has asked for NATO to declare a no-fly zone over the embattled nation, but what does a no-fly zone mean and why is it hard to implement?
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What Really Solved The 62-Year-Old Cold Case Of Little Miss Nobody
For more than six decades, an unknown child was only known only by the monikers Jane Yavapai Doe and "Little Miss Nobody." Now, she has been identified.
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This Is Where The Phrase Turn The Other Cheek Came From
"Turn the other cheek" has become a popular phrase in the English language, but it originated in the Bible. Here's where the phrase came from.
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Inside Brittney Beers' Kidnapping
On September 16, 1997, 6-year-old Brittney Beers was riding her bike around her Sturgis, Michigan apartment complex. Not long after, she suddenly disappeared.
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How The Water Cooler Was Invented
Human beings (and many other creatures as well) require water -- the cleaner, the better. Ease of access is important, too. Hence: the office water cooler.
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This Is What The Compound Eye Of A Fly Actually Sees
Flies are great at escaping human attempts to squash them, and that's largely thanks to their compound eye. This is what the eye of a fly actually sees.
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The Unusual Death Of Don Kemp
In 1982, an abandoned SUV was found in rural Wyoming. Its doors were open, its engine was running, and clothing was scattered around it. It was Don Kemp's.
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Mythbusters Reveals If You Can Make Someone Pee In Their Sleep By Dipping Their Hand In Water
MythBusters once tested whether dipping a person's hand in water will cause the person to urinate involuntarily. So, can one be forced to wet the bed?
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Why Isaac Hayes Filed For Bankruptcy
Perhaps performing artists know better than anyone that one success doesn't necessarily translate into a lifetime of upward career trajectory.
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The History Of How The Classic Piña Colada Cocktail Got Its Name
Pina coladas are one of the world's most popular and well-known cocktails, but where did they actually come from? This is the history of how it got its name.
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The Alleged Haunted History Of Adele's Home
You're looking at a property to rent. Seems perfect. It's in good shape, great location. It's older. It has a history. But does it also come with ghosts?
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Everything We Know About Russian Protester Marina Ovsyannikova
The right to speak out in opposition to government action is taken for granted in the United States. It's not a right shared by every nation, especially Russia.
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The Bizarre Disappearance Of Baby Lisa Irwin
Lisa Irwin was born on November 11, 2010, in Kansas City, Missouri. Less than a year later, the cheerful, wide-eyed baby would disappear without a trace.
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Will The BTK Killer Ever Get Out Of Prison?
Dennis Rader, known as the BTK killer, is among one of the most sadistic American serial killers known. He's in prison now, but will he ever get out?
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How Elizabeth Taylor Bid Richard Burton Farewell After His Death
Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton were two Hollywood icons who married twice. When Burton died, here's how Elizabeth Taylor bid him a final farewell.
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When Was The First St. Patrick's Day Celebrated?
It's said that on every March 17, everyone becomes Irish. The date is dedicated to St. Patrick, with celebrations around the country, including parades.
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