The Dark Side Of Hosting The Olympics
It sounds like a tourism board's dream, which is why there's always a hot competition to be named the host city every time the Olympics roll around again.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Leif Garrett
Along with the likes of Shaun and David Cassidy, Leif Garrett is one of those names people automatically think of when it comes to 1970s teen idols.
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Here's How Whitesnake Fell Apart In 1982
Written by the group's lead singer and frontman David Coverdale in 1981, 'Here I Go Again' earned Whitesnake their first No. 1 in the U.S.
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The Tragic Death Of Prince William Of Gloucester
Britain's royal family has suffered its share of tragic deaths throughout its history. Members have died painfully and slowly, and have died in accidents.
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What It Was Really Like To Attend The Imperial Ballet
Ballet and Imperial Russia are as entwined as dancers in a pas de deux, with famous ballets The Nutcracker and Swan Lake premiering in Russian theaters.
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The Bizarre Stalkers Nicolas Cage Has Had
Stalkers are one of the occasional harsh realities of fame. It's reasonable that someone as outlandish as Nicolas Cage would attract some bizarre stalkers.
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What's Come Out About Alex Trebek Since His Death
It's impossible to think of Jeopardy! without envisioning Alex Trebek, who sadly died in 2020. Here's what's come out about Alex Trebek since his death.
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How Paisley Park Has Changed Since Prince's Death
When Prince died on April 21, 2016, he left behind an incredibly rich and varied legacy, including his famous home and recording studio, Paisley Park.
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This Is Why We Probably Haven't Encountered Alien Life Yet
Where does this obsession with alien life come from? Is it sheer terror of being truly alone in the cosmos, in an atomized, existentially senseless world?
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The Untold Truth Of Tank Man From The Tiananmen Square Protests
In mid-1989, China was swept by protests, and anti-corruption demonstrators occupied Tiananmen Square. One protestor who stood off with tanks remains a mystery.
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The Mysterious Disappearance Of Oscar Zeta Acosta
A legend in his own lifetime and immortalized by Hunter S. Thompson, activist and writer Oscar Zeta Acosta vanished without a trace in 1974.
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The Tragic Death Of Lord Louis Mountbatten
Mountbatten was a remarkably powerful man, as well as a very public figurehead of the monarchy, and so was a compelling target for the Irish Republican Army.
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Inside The Time Dolly Parton Was Targeted By The KKK
In 2012, Dolly Parton revealed that the KKK sent her death threats because of a certain event held at her theme park, Dollywood.
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How The Green River Killer Was Eventually Caught
It's not clear how many women were fated to become victims of the Seattle-based serial killer dubbed the Green River Killer. So how did they finally catch him?
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The Tragic True Story Of Joanna The Mad
Today, some historians wonder if Spain's Joanna the Mad was "mad" at all. Wherever the real truth lies, it's clear that Joanna's story is a real tragedy.
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The Weirdest Reasons Inmates Have Sued Prisons
Not all prisoner lawsuits are petty or weird, but some of them certainly are. Here are some of the weirdest reasons inmates have sued prisons.
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How Much Prince Was Really Worth When He Died
Legendary singer/songwriter Prince died without having made a will, and it has caused problems for both his family and those trying to value his estate.
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Why The Royals Always Travel With Their Own Blood
The British royal family has numerous traditions and regulations that run their day-to-day lives, and that includes their medical care, at home and afield.
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The Internet Is Divided Over This SNL Actor Playing Joey Ramone
With the report that a Saturday Night Live cast member is set to play legendary punk Joey Ramone, the internet appears to be straight up split on the topic.
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How Crystal Theobald's Mother Used MySpace To Find Her Killer
The Netflix true crime documentary "Why Did You Kill Me?" tells the story of Belinda Lane and her search for justice for her daughter, Crystal Theobald.
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Here's What The Final Dying Wishes Were For These American Presidents
All people desire something in their last days, and U.S. presidents are no exception. Here's what the final dying wishes were for these American presidents.
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The Reason Jane Seymour Was Henry VIII's Favorite Wife
Henry VIII had six wives during his reign as England's king from 1509 until his death in 1547, and Jane Seymour was likely his favorite.
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The Tragic Death Of Prince George, Duke Of Kent
Since all documentation of the crash long since disappeared, mystery and conspiracies have shrouded the death of Prince George -- royal husband and father.
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Why The Royal Family Can't Play Monopoly
Family game night can cause more conflict than togetherness. Monopoly spawned so much vitriol within Britain's Royal Family that Queen Elizabeth II banned it.
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The Sad Death Of H.P. Lovecraft
Known for his tales of dark, otherworldly horror, H.P. Lovecraft could have been a character in one of his own works of fiction in the final years of his life.
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The Surprising Amount Of Money Weezer Was Offered To Break Up
After signing with Geffen Records, Weezer released their self-titled album and hit it big, but one man offered them cash to break up.
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The Heartbreaking Death Of Princess Diana
There was a time that the British royal family managed to dominate the news cycle even more than they do today, and no one made more headlines than Diana.
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