The Truth About Jet Li's Daughter, Jane
Being the daughter of an international action movie star gives you certain fame, and no one knows this more than Jane Li.
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Idi Amin: The Truth About The 'Last King Of Scotland'
Ugandan dictator Idi Amin was a man of many titles and epithets. According to ThoughtCo, people called him the "Butcher of Uganda." When Amin died in 2003, the BBC dubbed him "the buffoon tyrant" in a scathing obituary. The names he gave himself were far more charitable.
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The Legend Of The Flying Dutchman Explained
Sailors have always been a superstitious bunch, and back in the day they had every reason to believe in ships like the Flying Dutchman.
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The Real Reason Queen Elizabeth I Was Nearly Executed
Before Elizabeth I became queen, she was nearly executed by her half-sister.
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These Are The Perks UPS Drivers Get For Doing Good Work
Drivers are the very public face of UPS to this day. And when they drive well, there are perks.
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Here's What Mythbusters Taught Us About Alcohol
Should you decide to get involved in the seedy underworld of pool halls and speakeasies, it's important to have a friend in the know. Someone with the experience to warn you when you're stepping into dangerous territory. A pal with a pocket full of helpful mnemonic truisms ...
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The Tragic Death Of The Who's Keith Moon
The fanfare and fantasies surrounding rock stars often produce rumors that aren't remotely true. But The Who's late drummer and Dionysian spirit animal, Keith Moon, might have been the rare exception where the man outdid the myth.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Che Guevara
Che Guevara is legendary today, but his life was one of struggle and repeated defeat. This is the tragic real-life story of Che Guevara.
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What Would Be On The Shelves Of An Old West General Store?
The General Store was exactly that: general. You might find onions and oysters next to coal oil and dynamite.
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The Legend Of The Mythical Roc Explained
Long before Jumanji, long before Moana, even long before The Mummy Returns, back when Dwayne Johnson was still the Rock ... long before all of that, there was another kind of "Roc," who played with people's emotions and fears and sense of the mythic. No K, thank you very much.
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The Real Reason The North Star Is So Important
As children, we heard stories about the North Star. These weren't just stories, the North Star - Polaris - is actually a very important star for humanity.
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The Real Reason North And South Korea Split
The first dictator of North Korea was born on April 15, 1912, the same day that the Titanic sank. This was no accident, according to North Korea's United Front Department (UFD).
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The Nastiest Band Fights That Happened Right In Front Of Fans
Sometimes bands turn a live show into an impromptu Jerry Springer musical. Here are some of the nastiest band fights that happened in front of fans.
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False Things You Believe About The Rolling Stones
The Rolling Stones are practically synonymous with rock 'n' roll, and plenty of crazy rumors about the band have come up over the years. Here are some of the false things you believe about the Rolling Stones.
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The End Of Lost Finally Explained
Twin Peaks may be the quintessential example of a TV series finale that blew peoples' minds with its extreme not-good-ness, but the 2004 to 2010 TV Series, Lost, has to be right up there as a show whose ending still angers and perplexes people.
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Here's How Long Cats Can Go Without Food
Let's start by establishing that this is a safe, judgement-free zone, and nobody is making any assumptions about anybody else, or the things that no one should ever be doing to their cat.
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The Legend Of Unicorns Explained
Remember the 1985 classic, Legend, in which the generically named hero, Jack (Tom Cruise), defeats the Lord of Darkness (Tim Curry) and stabs him in the abdomen with the horn of the last unicorn? You might assume the movie didn't know Jack about legends because Tim Curry isn't Satan ...
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The Real Reason Johnny Cash Covered Hurt By Nine Inch Nails
Cash has a truly astounding legacy, and enough signature songs to fill a set list. What could have prompted the country legend to turn his gaze toward an industrial rock song?
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Here's How To Make Yourself Lucid Dream
Most dream experiences don't feel like the dreamer is in control. Lucid dreaming offers a different experience.
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The Legend Of The Basilisk Explained
If you're aware of a mythical snake king creature called the basilisk, it's probably thanks to J.K. Rowling's descriptions of a fifty-foot serpent with fangs as long as your arm and a taste for tender young Radcliffe flesh. But the truth about this creature may be a bit disappointing.
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Here's What Really Happens During A Prison Cell Search
There are a lot of people with little freedom, subject to routine, unannounced searches. Here's what happens during those prison cell searches.
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The Real Reason 50 Cent Lost All His Money
In 2003, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson managed to summarize his life in 5 words: Get Rich or Die Trying, the title of his highly successful debut album. He got very rich. So how'd he end up losing his money and filing for bankruptcy?
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Inside Cult Leader David Koresh's Tragic Childhood
Here's the truth about David Koresh's tragic early years, from his sadly neglected childhood to his angry, bible-thumping teens.
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Myths You Believe About Marie Antoinette
Post-French Revolution, Marie Antoinette's been the model of a bad aristocrat. But is it true? Here are some myths you probably believe about Marie Antoinette.
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The Most Tragic Nightclub Fires In History
An evening out at the nightclub can turn tragic should a fire break out. These are the most tragic nightclub fires in history.
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Here's How People Actually Counterfeit Money
Counterfeiting cash is a crime that has been around as long as legitimate currency. Here's how people are attempting to do it today.
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What Was Ed Kemper's Childhood Really Like?
Every tragic story has a tragic beginning, and that sentiment is immediately clear while perusing serial killer Ed Kemper's downright creepy upbringing.
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