This Is The Inspiration For The Lord Of The Rings' Middle Earth
The immersive quality of the Lord of the Rings world is unrivaled -- from the quaint charm of Bag End to the desolation of Mordor, it just feels so real. In a way it is.
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Dark Parts Of Disney Movies That Went Over Your Head As A Kid
Disney has made a fortune out of harvesting storylines from the folktales of the world, but sometimes the studio will clean things up a bit.
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The Crazy Letter Sent By The Axeman Of New Orleans
Out of all of history's serial killers, the Axeman of New Orleans is perhaps the most remarkable, for two reasons. First, he was never identified, and secondly, he's standing right behind you.
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The Creepy Inspiration For The Town That Dreaded Sundown
While not 100% factual, the film's core narrative is relatively accurate.
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The Troubled History Of Joel Osteen
Compared to some televangelists, Joel Osteen has kept himself relatively free of scandals. But he's not squeaky clean. Osteen has plenty of critics, who are quick to point out that the powerful preacher man is not without his controversies. Let's look at the troubled history of Joel Osteen.
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The Cuban Missile Crisis Finally Explained
In October 1962, the US discovered Soviet nuclear missile sites in Cuba. This is the Cuban Missile Crisis finally explained.
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The Mystery Of The 1853 Tennessee UFO Sighting
The UFO sighting took place at the long-since defunct Burrett College during the wee morning hours. As the sun rose over the school, a group of students noticed something peculiar. More specifically, two things: glowing orbs.
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The Quirky Garden Of Eden You've Never Heard Of In America
Sure the, Garden of Eden was a stone's throw of the old Tigris and Euprhates. But who needs it? There is a "Garden of Eden" right here in the U.S. Specifically, in Lucas, Kansas.
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The '80s Fashion Trend That Literally Destroyed The Ozone Layer
The 1980s was not just painful on the eyes; the decade was truly terrible for the planet. Case in point: we destroyed the ozone layer with big hair.
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The Dead Humpback Whale That Suddenly Appeared In The Amazon Rainforest
At the end of February, officials from the Brazilian state of Para's health, sanitation and environment department who were following a large congregation of scavenging birds stumbled upon the carcass of a humpback whale deep in the mangrove swamps of the Amazon.
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Why These Legendary Songs Were Never Finished By Bands
There are a variety of reasons why a band might not finish a song. Here's why these legendary songs were never finished by bands.
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The Sad Life Of The Man Who Tried To Stop John Wilkes Booth
Look at the pictures from the night of Abraham Lincoln's assassination with an inquisitive eye and you'll notice that, along with the Lincolns and a failed actor, there's another couple in frame. The Lincolns had guests with them that night. Their names were Henry Rathbone and Clara Harris.
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The Bizarre Reason Steven Seagal Once Attacked John Leguizamo
It's a celebrity deathmatch for the ages. In one corner, you have Steven Seagal. In the other, John Leguizamo. Or, Luigi, if you prefer.
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The Hidden Meaning Of The Beatles' "Blackbird"
It is one of the most popular songs by The Beatles, but most people don't actually know what "Blackbird" means. And no, the song is not about a bird. Even the Audobon Society clarified that misconception.
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The Trojan War Finally Explained
The Trojan War is possibly one of the most narrated conflicts in history. This is the Trojan War finally explained.
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The Hidden Meaning Of John Lennon's Statue Of Liberty Pictures
One of the many stand-out photographs of John Lennon has him posed before the Statue of Liberty. Besides simply being a very John Lennon picture, the photograph was also taken with a direct political message, which, to be fair, is also very John Lennon.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Charlie Parker
Like so many of the best virtuosos in American music, Charlie Parker's life was tragically brief. This is the the tragic real-life story of Charlie Parker.
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Why People Consider Steven Seagal The All-Time Worst Host Of SNL
It was 1991, and the really meaty days of hating Steven Seagal were still in front of us. But a seminal night in the martial artist cum actor's career was underway. The stage was set for Seagal to inscribe his name into the annals of SNL history as the Worst Host Ever.
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What Really Happened When UFOs Attacked A City In Brazil
Newsflash: UFOs swarm the Brazilian island of Colares! Here's what happened.
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Tragic Details About The I Love Lucy Cast
I Love Lucy is one of the most beloved TV shows in history, but the fame came at a cost for the actors. Here are some tragic details about the I Love Lucy cast.
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Here's Why Elton John And David Bowie Had A Falling Out
Here's the thing -- they started out friends. But over time, Elton John and David Bowie, Rocketman and Starman, respectively, had a falling out.
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The Real Reason The Stone Temple Pilots Sued Their Former Frontman
It's doubly ironic that as the Stone Temple Pilots began reincorporating some of their earlier, more outre influences into their writing, the core relationships of the band started to disintegrate.
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Famous People You Didn't Expect To Be Born The Same Year
It's odd to realize different celebrities and historical figures were born in the same year. Here are famous people you didn't expect to be born the same year.
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What Life Was Really Like As A Witch-Hunter
There were people who prowled the globe as "witch-hunters," as a profession, particularly in Europe, and particularly in the late 16th to 17th centuries.
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The Real Reason Motley Crue Fired Vince Neil
Throughout its long, confusing and often chemical-fueled history, Mötley Crüe has seen more than its share of tragedy, drama and often self-inflicted trouble, and the band members have been happy to share it all with the public.
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The Incredible Story Of The 1893 World's Fair
The 1893 Chicago World's Fair was a triumph, but there was a darker side. This is the incredible story of the 1893 World's Fair.
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Messed Up True Stories Of Human Zoos
Human zoos were exactly what they sound like: exhibits with humans on display, often in their "natural habitats." Here's more on the horrifying truth.
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