Musical Cameos Performed By Major Stars
Some of the biggest pop and rock stars of all time, from Mick Jagger to Prince, have made surprising contributions to hit songs recorded by other artists.
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The Tragic 1994 Murder Of 11-Year-Old Robert Sandifer Of The Black Disciples
In 1994, Robert "Yummy" Sandifer's died at just 11 years old as a triggerman for the Black Disciples. Here's how he got roped into a life of crime.
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How Many Books Are In The Library Of Congress?
The Library of Congress is the United States' de facto library and houses everything from books to sheet music and films. So how many books are there?
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South Florida Has A New Dialect. Here's What You Should Know
South Florida has a new dialect based on calque, or a linguistic term sometimes called a loan translation. Here's what you should know.
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How Ancient People Consumed Drugs (And Why)
Drugs can seem like a modern fad, but the reality is that ancient humans developed a complex and sophisticated understanding of drugs that still influences us.
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The Violent Murder Of Mitt Romney's Great-Great-Grandfather
Politician Mitt Romney's great-great-grandfather, Parley Parker Pratt, was influential in the Church of Latter-Day Saints - and also met a gruesome death.
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The Untold Truth Of Fatboy Slim
From his disenchantment with politics to his bizarre pre-gig ritual, here's the untold truth of Norman Cook, who rose to fame as legendary DJ Fatboy Slim.
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The Real Reason They Haven't Recovered The Titanic
The remains of the RMS Titanic still sit at the bottom of the ocean, where they have been since the passenger liner sunk in 1912. Here's why.
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What Abbott And Costello's Last Movie Was Like Before They Died
"Dance With Me, Henry" was the final act from the two that took vaudeville to Hollywood. Here's what Abbott and Costello's last movie was like before they died.
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What Happens If Fires Aren't Put Out?
Fires have been crucial to the evolution of humans as we know it, but they can also have devestating effects. So what happens when they aren't put out?
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Elements The World Could Run Out Of
Not all elements are created equal: Some are abundant and their long-term supply will not be an issue, while others are in danger of running low quite soon.
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The Real Story Behind The New Beatles Song That Uses AI
When Paul McCartney revealed that a new Beatles song used AI, people were curious - and concerned. Here's the real story behind the project.
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How The YMCA Really Felt About The Village People Song Y.M.C.A.
The Village People's "Y.M.C.A" was a smash hit that remains in rotation today. But how did the YMCA feel about its name being used by the disco ensemble?
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What The Song MacArthur Park Is Really About
"MacArthur Park" was written by then-21-year-old singer-songwriter Jimmy Webb and catapulted into fame when it was recorded by Irish actor Richard Harris.
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Famous Groupies Who Died Without Much Fanfare
As the era of the 1970s rock icons came to an end, so too did the era of groupies. Here are some legendary groupies who passed away with little fanfare.
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The Tragic Death Of JFK's Brother, Joe, At Just 29 Years Old
Former President John F. Kennedy's brother, Joseph Patrick Kennedy Jr., died at just 29 years old, another in a long legacy of misfortune for the famous family.
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11 Toughest Cast Members From Deadliest Catch
Everyone who appears as a cast member on "Deadliest Catch" is legit because commercial fishing is hardcore. But not all crew members are as tough as these ones.
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What Happened To The Maverick From Deadliest Catch?
By Season 4, fans of the "Deadlist Catch" might have noticed the absence of the F/V Maverick fishing vessel. So where has it gone? Let's take a look.
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People Throughout History Who May Have Been Killed By Meteorites
About 17 meteorites crash to Earth each day. History is full of unconfirmed reports that falling chunks of space rock have been responsible for various deaths.
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What To Do If You're In A Sinking Car
Though you've probably seen someone escape from a sinking car in a movie before, real life is a little different. Here's what to do if you're in this situation.
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Operation Soap: The Police Raids That Changed The Canadian LGBTQ+ Community Forever
The queer community in Toronto, Canada faced off with the police in 1981 after a number of gay bathhouses were targeted by the authorities in Operation Soap.
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Why Earth's 'Boring Billion' Years Weren't So Boring After All
Why Earth's 'Boring Billion' years weren't so boring after all
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Why White Buffalo Are So Revered By Indigenous People
White buffalo are revered by indigenous people in North America. Here's why the rare animals are part of native people's belief systems.
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The Story Of Abraham Lincoln's Last Descendant, Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith
Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith was the great-grandson of Abraham Lincoln, and ended up being the former president's last descendant. Here's his story.
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Music Stars Who Died Penniless
A shocking number of musicians have gone from rags to riches and back to rags again. Some have clawed their way back to the top, but others weren't so lucky.
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The Inspiration Behind Billy Joel's We Didn't Start The Fire
Released in 1989, Billy Joel's hit "We Didn't Start the Fire" topped the charts and outlined major events for baby boomers. But there's more to it.
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Alan Arkin's Father Was A Victim Of The Red Scare For This Simple Reason
Actor Alan Arkin's father was a victim of the Red Scare in the 1950s, when fear of communism was at its height amid the Cold War. Here's why.
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