How The French And Indian War Inspired Yankee Doodle
The British composed the song Yankee Doodle to poke fun at colonial troops, only for their enemy to not only co-opt it but sing its lyrics with pride.
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This Is How Long It Would Take To Drive To Space
What if you could drive all the way to space? Of course, the very concept is impossible on multiple levels: roads don't go straight up, for example.
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The Truth About Earle Nelson's Childhood
In an effort to understand, we often look at the childhoods of serial killers, searching for clues. Earle Nelson is no different, with alarming signs early on.
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Why The Cure Haven't Released An Album Since 2008
The Cure released their last album, 4:13 Dream, in 2008. Here are the reasons why they haven't released a new album since then.
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The Truth About George Washington's Teeth
By the time George Washington was inaugurated as the first President of the United States on April 30, 1789, he had just one working tooth left in his head.
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The Truth About Putin's Palace
If the recent revelations are true, Russian President Vladimir Putin likes to live in style. But is the million-dollar palace on the Black Sea even his?
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John Lennon FBI Files Explained
President Nixon and the FBI saw John Lennon as a threat, and Lennon's FBI files were not released for decades. Here are John Lennon's FBI files explained.
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Joe Biden And Vladimir Putin's Relationship Explained
The relationship between U.S. President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin is less than warm and cozy. Biden has said he thinks Putin has no soul.
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How Much Money Linda Lee Cadwell Inherited After Bruce Lee's Death
Legendary martial artist Bruce Lee became a Hollywood sensation — though much of his success (and fortune) came after his death. How much did his widow inherit?
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How Charles Dickens' Last Wishes Were Ignored
Dickens was beloved by many, but he was known to keep his personal life private. That may be why he wanted a small funeral. His instructions were not followed.
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Why The Korean War Technically Never Ended
The Korean War was put on hold with a ceasefire agreement in 1953, but the conflict technically never ended. Here's why.
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Donald Trump And Vladimir Putin's Relationship Explained
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin's "relationship" goes back to Russia's tampering with the U.S. 2016 presidential election. This gets very complicated very fast.
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Here's What Really Led To The L.A. Riots
On April 29, 1992, riots erupted at the intersection of Florence Boulevard and Normandie Avenue in South Los Angeles after a verdict that shocked the country.
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The Real Reason LeBron James Is Changing His Jersey Number
There were talks of LeBron James changing his jersey number from No. 23 to No. 6, and the change has been made official by the Lakers.
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The Tragic Death Of Kirsty MacColl
Kirsty MacColl's star was on the rise at the time of her tragic death on December 18, 2000, aged just 41. Was it an awful accident or a criminal coverup?
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Here's What We Know About Vladimir Putin's Childhood
Vladmir Putin is considered one of the most powerful men in the word, rising up the ranks from being a member of the KGB to serving as the president of Russia.
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How Old Was Jeffrey Dahmer When He Committed His First Murder?
Shortly after his 1991 arrest, Jeffrey Dahmer was charged with the murders of 17 young men and boys. Here's how old he was when he killed his very first victim.
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The Messed Up Truth About The Dred Scott Case
Born into slavery, Dred Scott, along with his wife, Harriet, legally sued for his freedom in 1846. This is the messed up truth about the Dred Scott case.
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Fourth Of July Celebrations That Went Terribly Wrong
Any time you get a large group of people together on the Fourth of July, there are risks. Here are some Fourth of July celebrations that went terribly wrong.
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The Richest Rock Bands In The World
If you've purchased a concert ticket in the recent past, there's a chance that you winced at the hefty price. Here's a look at the world's richest rock bands.
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How Julie Hanson's Cold Case Was Finally Solved After 49 Years
The murder of Julie Hanson went unsolved for nearly 50 years. But detectives never backed down. Now, with DNA evidence, they finally got their man.
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How A Top-Secret Organization Secured An Early Victory In The Korean War
The Korean War isn't as talked about as others in U.S. history, but it had a huge impact on modern life. Here's the agency that found early success in that war.
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The Richest Rappers In The World
Rap is a lucrative genre, and many rappers have forged veritable business empires. Here are the richest rappers in the world.
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Charlie Chaplin's FBI Files Explained
Far from protecting him, Charlie Chaplin's influence and popularity drew the attention of the FBI. Their investigation would drive him out of the U.S.
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The Tragic Death Of Barry White
Barry White used his deep baritone voice to sing songs about all things romantic lovin' for more than three decades starting in the early 1970s.
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The Tragic Death Of Charles Dickens
Charles Dickens may be considered England's greatest novelist of the Victorian era for his stories, which include "A Christmas Carol" and "Oliver Twist."
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Here's Why This Town Forbids The Burials Of Bodies
As strange as it might sound, there are laws around the world prohibiting people from dying or being buried in certain places.
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