Who Were The Branch Davidians, And Where Is The Group Today?
What is the history of the Branch Davidians, and where are they today? Read more to find out about the notorious group that all but perished in Waco.
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Times That U.S. Presidents Totally Lost It
Lots of presidents have had public and semi-public meltdowns — and it's not really surprising. Just try to take on all the problems of the free world and try not to have an occasional meltdown. And with that context, let's take a look at some of the times that American presidents totally lost it.
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The Real Reason Great White Sharks Could Go Extinct
Few creatures in nature can evoke the same fight-or-definitely-flight response as a great white, one of the most dangerous sharks to humans.
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The Truth About Mount Rushmore's Secret Room
Situated in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore seems like the kind of monument you can take at face value. But there's more than meets the eye...
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The Violent History Of Angola Prison
The Louisiana State Penitentiary is named after the slave plantation that existed on that land where the prison now stands. The plantation took its name from the nation its slaves were taken from: Angola.
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The Accident That Led To Keith Richards' Brain Surgery
Keith Richards is many things: a legendary guitarist, an icon of rock and roll, and, perhaps most importantly, the real world representation of what happens to a cartoon coyote's body after decades of getting blown up by Acme products. One time he had an accident that required brain surgery...
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Here's How Much Waylon Jennings Was Worth When He Died
Jennings is certainly woven in the fabric of country music, but unfortunately, his tragic death in 2002 from diabetes complications took him away at just 64 years old. While it certainly didn't diminish his legacy, it's interesting to see how his comparatively early passing impacted his net worth.
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Here's How Johnny Carson Once Caused A Toilet Paper Shortage
Toilet. It's one of those words that's guaranteed to at least get a smile in the setup for a joke. Johnny Carson was the undisputed king of late-night TV in those days, used a TP reference in his opening monologue the night of December 19. Things quickly went down the pipe.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of James Dean
James Dean became a heartthrob in a way wannabes only dreamed about. Little did everyone know his struggle. This is the tragic real-life story of James Dean.
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Here's How Much John Mellencamp Is Really Worth
Whether you know him by his real name or the variations that have the word "cougar" in them, chances are you're aware of the name John Mellencamp. But you might not know how much money he's made...
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Is 'Dolphin-Safe' Tuna Really Safe For Dolphins?
Spotted dolphins are almost always spotted with large tuna in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Does the chicken of the sea naturally make a great wing man? Somebody ought to ask dolphins about that. Unfortunately, fishermen have bigger fish to fry, namely, the large tuna.
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The Real Reason Your Keyboard's F And J Keys Have Bumps
F for the left index finger, J for the right, the correct starting position for touch typists since approximately forever.
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The Truth About The Eiffel Tower's Secret Apartment
Designed by Gustave Eiffel for the centennial celebration of the French Revolution, the Eiffel Tower heralded a "revolution" in civil engineering. An imposing 1,063 feet tall, it could literally tower over older architectural marvels such as St. Peter's Basilica and Giza's Great Pyramid.
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Why Are Teslas So Expensive?
Teslas remain the vegan diet of the transportation world: healthier, yes, and a great way of communicating your superiority to your fellow man, but just too expensive for most people to realistically go for.
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Here's How Walt Disney Came Up With Mickey Mouse
If you give a mouse a cookie, it will ask for a glass of milk. So, one might logically conclude that if you give a mouse a house, it will ask for a magic kingdom. When the Walt Disney Company became the House of Mouse, its resident rodent helped build an empire.
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The Cat Breed With The Strongest Bite
It's probably no surprise larger predators in the wild can summon up really significant bites. Among cats, there's one feline more ferocious than any other.
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Here's What People Used Before Toilet Paper Was Invented
At this moment, there's a chance that you're staring at your phone, contemplating what to do next, having realized far too late in the game that there's no toilet paper left on the roll. Then, almost as an afterthought, "How did folks deal with this in the old days?"
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The Real Reason Syd Barrett Left Pink Floyd
As their induction in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame notes, Pink Floyd is a magnificent progressive band, a pioneering psychedelic rock group, and a stadium-filling crowd-pleaser all in one. While their most famous antics may have involved strange stories about flying pigs ...
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What Is Hydroxychloroquine And Why Is It Associated With The Pandemic?
In March 2020, an Arizona man died in an ill-fated attempt to become immune to COVID-19. He and his wife consumed a fish tank cleaner called chloroquine phosphate after confusing it with a similar-sounding malaria medication: chloroquine.
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The Truth About The Pandemic's Effect On Air Quality
Billions around the world are staying home, and as a result, air quality is improving. Here's the truth about the pandemic's effect on air quality.
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Actors Who Were Tragically Injured On Set
On a film set, sometimes a stunt seems minor and like no big deal. If the actor is feeling bold and the production's insurance will cover it, it's probably fine, right? But sometimes, accidents can happen and actors can end up majorly hurt. Here are actors who were tragically injured on set.
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The Untold Truth Of Jean Lafitte, The Pirate Of New Orleans
The truth about the life of Jean Lafitte, the pirate of New Orleans, is shrouded in mystery, while myths, legends, hoaxes, and forgeries abound.
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Strict Rules All UPS Truck Drivers Have To Follow
You'd think that being a UPS driver might be a pretty chill gig, right? Guess again. There are tons of strict rules all UPS truck drivers have to follow.
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The Truth About 5G's Impact On The Pandemic
Some say that the wavelength used by 5G networks was designed to incapacitate the human immune system, others that the towers themselves were being used to transmit the disease.
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Here's What You Need To Know About Pandemic Phone Scams
Times of crisis bring out the best in people... and the worst in others. Here's what you need to know to avoid pandemic-related phone scams.
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3 Billy Mays Facts Most People Don't Know
The late Billy Mays built a career around high-energy salesmanship, convincing the public that what they really needed was a product like OxiClean.
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The Worst Things About Being A UPS Driver
UPS delivered 3.5 million packages and documents per day in 2019. No doubt the numbers are bigger this year -- but that doesn't mean the job is any easier.
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