The Real Reason Alexander Hamilton Had So Many Enemies
Alexander Hamilton, many enemies included some of the country's most celebrated Founding Fathers. And from the sound of things, the hate isn't wholly unfounded.
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Mistakes That Are Hard To Ignore In Star Trek
With all the movies and TV series out there, it’s no surprise that over the years, there have been plenty of mistakes in Star Trek productions.
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The Truth About Musician Glenn Miller's Mysterious Disappearance
Glenn Miller boarded a plane for the flight in bad weather across the English Channel to France on December 15, 1944. It simply disappeared.
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The Messed Up Truth About The War Of 1812
The War of 1812 was mostly fought between Britain and the U.S., and it was incredibly complicated and messy. Here's the messed up truth about the War of 1812.
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The Wild Dog Breed That Hunts Tigers
Let's cover the basics: the dhole, or Cuon alpinus, is a species of wild dog that hangs its hat in the forests of Central and Southeast Asia. Here's where things get crazy.
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The Real Reason The Liberty Bell Is Cracked
What does the Liberty Bell sound like? Does it whisper like wind washing over amber waves of grain? Not quite. It seems that American freedom rings in E-flat. Or at least it used to.
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Bizarre Rules The Pope Has To Follow
A pope is one of the most powerful figures in the world -- but even they must follow certain expectations when signing up for the job.
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Tragic Reasons Sports Events Were Canceled
From assassinations to natural disasters, here are the most tragic reasons why sports events have been canceled.
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'Longest Animal Ever' Discovered Off Australian Coast
Scientists working off the coast of Australia have found "seemingly the largest animal ever discovered." And yes, it's funky.
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The Truth About How Lynyrd Skynyrd Got Their Name
Rebellion has a rock and roll soul. Little Richard, who has a legitimate claim to being the architect of rock and roll, was basically the original Prince plus a bunch of cocaine. In the world of Southern rock, though, it doesn't get much more rebellious than Lynyrd Skynyrd.
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The Real Reason Edward, Prince Of Wales, Was Known As 'The Black Prince'
Witness Edward, eldest son of England's King Edward III, born in 1330 and made Prince of Wales a mere 13 years later. At least one legend has it that Edward was known as the Black Prince (though only after his death) because he favored black armor. But the truth may be much darker.
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The Truth About Indonesia's Coronavirus Ghosts
Indonesia is a nation possessed by ghosts, but it's a willing host -- which takes on a new meaning now that it has 'coronavirus ghosts'
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Why People In India Can See The Himalayas For The 'First Time In Decades'
In April 2020, people who previously couldn't see objects right in front of them could feast their eyes on the majestic Himalayan Mountains "for the first time in 30 years." Here's why.
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What Happened To Ed Gein's Murder House?
The life of Wisconsin's Ed Gein has been the inspiration for numerous horror films and novels. But what happened to the house where Gein committed his acts?
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Billie Holiday
Eleanora Fagan is one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the past century. Known as Billie Holiday, she emerged as a defining voice of her generation.
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The Truth About NBA Star Bison Dele's Mysterious Disappearance
Even outside of his career in the NBA, Dele lived a life for the books. He earned a pilot's license, biked across the United States, went skydiving, crashed go karts with his buddies, and dated Madonna back when that was still something people did for fun. But he disappeared, never to be seen again.
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Here's How The Black Plague Finally Ended
The Sedlec Ossuary houses chalices, ornate wall ornaments, and even a chandelier that are all built from the bones of more than 40,000 skeletons. About 30,000 of those skeletons belonged to people who succumbed to the Black Death.
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Pop Culture Babies Ranked Worst To Best
Not all fictional babies are created equal, and for every cute little tree sapling that dances around with the Guardians of the Galaxy, there's also a creepy, young corporate mascot coming around to give you freakish nightmares. Here are the most famous pop culture babies ranked from worst to best.
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Here's How Much Bret Michaels Is Really Worth
Bret Michaels is a rock star, and a Rock of Love. But has he turned all the glam metal into precious metals and cash? How much is he really worth?
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The Best And Worst Advice Presidents Have Given The USA
Presidents of the United States have collectively given thousands of addresses and speeches. This is the best and worst advice presidents have given the USA.
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How Many World Records Does Eminem Really Have?
Eminem has been one of the most famous rappers around (if not the most famous one) since The Slim Shady LP dropped in 1999. His humble beginnings, discovery by Dr. Dre, and rapid ascension to the upper echelons of fame have been the stuff American dreams are made of.
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Did Benjamin Franklin Really Discover Electricity?
You may have seen the famous Currier and Ives print depicting the electrifying kite experiment that Benjamin Franklin conducted with his son, William. Did Franklin really discover electricity? You may find the truth shocking.
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How Did Cowboys Bathe Themselves In The Wild West?
Ah, the life of the cowboy. Freedom. The open range. Cooking over a campfire. But was there time for bathing?
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Athletes Who Contracted The Coronavirus
Many celebrities have contracted the coronavirus, and even in a society where "the games must go on," the sports world was not immune to the virus outbreak.
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The Real Reason Hand Sanitizer Has An Expiration Date
Recently, the world has found itself in the middle of a passionate love affair with hand sanitizer. Who knows why? Is there something in the news?
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Is The Yakuza Still Active?
For a long time Yakuza members buttered their bread with extortion, blackmail, and racketeering. But their numbers are flattening like a heated panini. What happened?
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The Real Meaning Behind AC/DC's Name
With Angus Young's horn signs and the band's copious "Hell's Bells" imagery, it's easy to believe that the biggest controversies regarding AC/DC might have been of the devil-worshiping variety. Back in the day, it seems that one of the most curious things about the band was ... their name.
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