The Tragic True Story Of Maria Callas
Greek-American soprano Maria Callas took the operatic world by storm with her intensely dramatic portrayals of classical music's most famed leading ladies.
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The Truth Behind The Migrant Mother Photographer
It's no exaggeration to call the photograph "Migrant Mother" one of the most iconic images of the Great Depression. Here's the story of the photographer.
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This Is How Much Bing Crosby Was Worth When He Died
Harry Lillis 'Bing' Crosby raised himself from humble working-class beginnings to become both a hugely popular entertainer and a technological innovator.
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Here's The Weird Reason Bill Gates Was Once Arrested
Bill Gates is known for many things. One thing he is not associated with, however, is criminal activity. That wasn't the case in the 1970s, though.
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What's Inside The Newly Released Kurt Cobain FBI File
In April of 2021, the FBI made public its 10-page-long file on Kurt Cobain's death with no fanfare or commentary as to why they were doing so.
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The Tragic Death Of John Entwistle
Showcasing his skills on classics such as My Generation, John Entwistle doesn't get as much attention as other members of The Who, but he rightfully should.
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This Was The Dress Code Of The Knights Templar
Maybe it was the fashion. The Templars might have prohibited frilly things like shoelaces because they "belong to pagans," but they sure knew how to brand.
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Britain's Order Of The Garter Explained
Of the various chivalric orders of the British monarch, the Order of the Garter is the oldest and the most illustrious.
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What You Should Know About The Palace Of Versailles' Hall Of Mirrors
France's Palace of Versailles features 700 rooms, but the Hall of Mirrors is the most famous and the most extravagant of them all.
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The Truth About John Wesley Hardin's Death
John Wesley Hardin was an Old West outlaw in the truest sense of the word, and a perfect encapsulation of the frequent savagery of this era.
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A Look At Nick Cave's Difficult Childhood
In the early 1980s, Nick Cave was trying to break into music as the frontman of riotous punk band the Birthday Party, and he is now with the Bad Seeds.
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Whatever Happened To Killers Jens Söering And Elizabeth Haysom?
Elizabeth Haysom's parents were against the relationship, which "infuriated" Jens Söering, and caused Elizabeth to feel angry and hateful toward her parents.
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The Real Reasons The French Revolution Began
The dispossessed and the oppressed have been raging against the rich and powerful for centuries. The French Revolution of the late 1700s is a prime example.
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The Untold Truth Of Coheed And Cambria
Nyack, New York-based Coheed and Cambria is a band known for progressive rock and concept albums based on science fiction stories.
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Signs We May Be Living In A Simulation
Chances are, you're no stranger to the idea that the world people live in isn't real. Scientists have argued humanity is living in a simulation.
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A Look At Davy Jones And Michael Nesmith's Relationship
The Monkees were four young men, picked from hundreds of hopefuls and assigned a team of songwriters and studio musicians to help them create their music.
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The Truth About The Wicked Witch Of The West
We've come a long way since 17th-century witch hunters prowled Europe and tortured "witches" for such diabolical crimes as dancing and owning frogs.
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The Tragic Murder Of Selena Quintanilla
Selena, the undisputed Queen of Tejano Music whose impact is felt today, had her life tragically cut short when she was murdered at just 23 years old in 1995.
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The True-Crime Documentary That Left Over 31% Of People Disappointed
True-crime documentaries have exploded in popularity over the past few years, and streaming services have been actively adding more for viewers.
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This Is How Andrew Cunanan Died
The murder of Italian designer Gianni Versace by Andrew Cunanan set off one of the biggest and most intense manhunts of the '90s.
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The Tragic Murder Of '80s Actress Rebecca Schaeffer Explained
Rebecca Schaeffer's murde in 1989 led to the nation's first anti-stalking laws. This is the tragic murder of '80s actress Rebecca Schaeffer explained.
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Why The Boston Tea Party Really Happened
The December 1773 protest now known as the Boston Tea Party was one of many examples of the American colonists rebelling against British rule.
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A Look At Sammy Davis Jr.'s Marriage Troubles
Sammy Davis Jr. nearly lost his life and his career in the name of love. There was no protection from the public attacks over his interracial relationships.
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This Is How Much John Denver Was Worth When He Died
With his sweet vocals and thoughtful lyrics, John Denver became "among the most beloved entertainers of his era." But did big success translate into big wealth?
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The Strange Story Behind The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction For Guns N' Roses
Guns N' Roses was scheduled to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in April 2012, along with the Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Beastie Boys.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Dick Van Dyke
If you had to define the concept of comedy with the career of a single person, Dick Van Dyke would be that person. But the actor has faced struggles.
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Here's Why Alexander Hamilton And Aaron Burr Really Dueled
The clash between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr ran deeper than conflicting political ideologies, though. Hamilton seemed to genuinely loathe Burr.
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