How Tasmanian Devils Might Have Solved Their Extinction Problem
Their burly looks and oversized heads, along with the Tasmanian devils' nighttime screams, hurt their reputation, though ... that, and their dietary habits.
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The Truth About Thomas Jefferson And Sally Hemings
One aspect of Jefferson's life had historians quibbling for nearly two centuries was the nature of his relationship with Sally Hemings, an enslaved woman.
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The Messed Up Truth About The Night Stalker
Richard Ramirez was a self-styled devil worshipper who killed at random. This is the horrifying true story of the Night Stalker.
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Why The Hardy Boys Books Are Frequently Banned
There are many different books and series that are considered banned. Here is why the beloved Hardy Boys series is considered banned in some library systems.
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The Untold Story Of The African Grove Theatre
The African Grove Theatre put on the first all-Black productions of Shakespeare in the United States of America.
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The Untold Truth Of Barry Bonds
Barry Bonds was voted Most Valuable Player a record seven times (and finished second in the MVP voting twice). Second, there's his offensive output. Bonds holds the all-time record for career home runs at 762, a number so enormous there's almost no chance anyone will beat it.
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The True Story Of The Hermetic Order Of The Golden Dawn
In London in 1887, there began the formation of a secret society, known as the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn.
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What You Didn't Know About The Impressive Comics Collection Inside The Library Of Congress
After an incredibly generous gift, the Library of Congress now has over 12,000 comic book titles totaling over 140,000 issues.
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This Is When Mar-A-Lago Was Designated As A National Landmark
The heiress and businesswoman Marjorie Merriweather Post (basically, she built General Foods Corporation) purchased an unkempt patch of palm trees and vegetation off the coast of Palm Beach Island in 1923. Four years later, the brush had been transformed into a million-dollar beachfront property.
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How Cold Does It Really Get At The North Pole?
If you know one thing about the North Pole, it's that Santa lives there. But if you know two things about the North Pole, then you know that it's extremely cold. The North Pole is the northernmost point on the Earth, lying in the middle of the frozen Arctic Ocean, but not as cold as you imagine it.
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Here's How Presidential Pardons Really Work
They're not just for Thanksgiving turkeys: presidential pardons have long been a contentious practice, seeming to give a green light for close allies of a sitting President to engage in nefarious dealings with the knowledge that a get-out-of-jail-free card will be waiting for them.
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The Mysterious Deaths At Dyatlov Pass
In January 1959, Igor Dyatlov, a college student, and his cadre of nine fellow hikers set out to cross Russia's Ural mountains in the coldest part of the year.
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The Truth About Hakone, Japan's Hot Springs
One of Hakone's hot springs stands out from the rest.
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This Is How The Legend Of Lawrence Of Arabia Was Born
Lawrence's notoriety was thanks to the influence of one man: Lowell Thomas, an American journalist who saw something in Lawrence that he knew audiences the world over would just eat right up.
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Why Do People Break Up During The Holidays?
It sucks to end a relationship during or near the holidays, because it's a time when people want to be around their loved ones. So, why is it that someone is willing to break up during this time? Every relationship is different, but it could be because of a few things.
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The True Origin Of Christmas Crackers
The colorful tissue paper hats are found inside the Christmas Cracker, a festive cardboard tube that, when pulled, emits a bang and dispenses the hats, along with a small gift and a slip of paper containing a joke or funny motto. Christmas Crackers are a delightful part of the holidays in Britain.
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The Sammy Hagar And David Lee Roth Feud Timeline Explained
The feud between Van Halen lead singers David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar has gone on forever. Here's a rundown of the Sammy Hagar and David Lee Roth feud.
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Here's Why Holiday Decorations Are Selling Out Early This Year
Even Christmas has fallen prey to 2020. No, Christmas isn't canceled, but it may be a little less bright. Christmas decorations have sold out faster than expected, and retail stores have a harder time restocking their shelves. Several stores have said they were caught short in their supplies.
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Tragic Details About The Original Mickey Mouse Club Cast
Not every Mouseketeer retained their cherubic image after leaving The Mickey Mouse Club. Here are tragic details about the original Mickey Mouse Club cast.
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16 Facts About Aerosmith Front Man Steven Tyler
Steven Tyler is a rock legend, best known for his role as the vocalist of rock band Aerosmith. Here is a sneak peek into the life and times of Steven Tyler.
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Eddie Van Halen's Cause Of Death Officially Confirmed
A little more than two months after the tragic death of Eddie Van Halen, news has finally come of the official cause of the legendary rocker's death.
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The Untold Truth Of Trans Rights Hero Sir Lady Java
Although Sir Lady Java may not be a household name across the United States yet, during the 1960s she was a pivotal figure for transgender rights.
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The Tragic Deaths Of The Crew Of The USS Indianapolis
The USS Indianapolis was arguably the worst, and definitely the most, terrifying disaster in American naval history. The 879 crew members who perished represent the greatest loss of life in a United States Navy vessel. What makes the disaster even more grievous is the tragic manner of their deaths.
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These Drug Lords Were Never Brought To Justice
They say that crime doesn't pay and that justice is always served ... except for the cases of these drug lords who were never brought to justice.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Jane Fonda
Actress and activist Jane Fonda dealt with personal and political tragedies through every phase of her life, and continued to fight. This is the tragic real-life story of Jane Fonda, from her difficult childhood and health issues to her romantic losses and how she emerged stronger than ever.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of The Getty Family
Despite being worth billions, the Getty family makes being incredibly rich sound like a really terrible way to live -- which is quite an accomplishment -- due to the sheer number of kidnappings, suicides, and other horrors inflicted on them. This is the tragic real-life story of the Getty family.
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Rules That Friends Of The American President Have To Follow
There are a few rules that even close friends are subject to when a buddy gets elected president, and it really is a life-changing deal — which means there's stipulations that continue even after their term ends. Here are some rules that friends of the American president have to follow.
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