What's The Meaning Behind Trooping The Colour?
Trooping the Colour (aka the King's Birthday Parade) has been a British tradition for over 260 years, and there's a pretty specific meaning behind it all.
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The Unusual World Record Held By Weezer
Over the years, rock band Weezer's unique brand of music has been called "nerd rock" and "geek rock," and they also hold an unusual world record.
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The Meaning Of Pennsylvania's State Flag Explained
Pennsylvania is one of the 13 original colonies and it has a lot of historical importance, but it didn't have a state flag until 1907. Here's an explainer.
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Billy Joel Holds A Staggering Concert Record For New York City
Singer-songwriter Billy Joel's long, impressive career spans 13 studio albums, and he also holds a staggering concert record for New York City.
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What Is The World's Fastest Missile?
The world's fastest missile can travel 27 times the speed of sound, is maneuverable, and can carry a nuclear bomb, but it doesn't belong to the U.S.
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How The Who Ended Up With The Record For The Shortest Concert Ever
The Who was known for their wild and violent live shows, and they once ended a performance after 13 seconds — but probably not for the reason you think.
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The Origin Of Queen's Band Name Explained
In the early 1970s, the name "Queen" was a little unusual, even risky, for a burgeoning rock band, but it worked. Here's the origin of the iconic band name.
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The Origin Behind The Term 86'd Is More Complicated Than You Think
You might have heard the term "86'd" used to describe removing someone from an establishment — or even killing someone. And its origins are pretty murky.
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How KISS Set 2 World Records With 1 Show
KISS is known for being over the top in their live shows, but in 2020 they outdid themselves during a concert in Dubai by setting two world records.
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What Does It Mean When TSA Yells Bravo?
The next time you're at the airport, keep in ear out for a particular word — it's a Transportation Security Administration code you never want to hear.
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How Eurovision Forever Changed Celine Dion's Life
Even though Celine Dion had recorded nine albums prior to winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 1988, that win forever changed her life. Here's how.
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Why Does TSA Actually Wipe Your Hands
If you've ever flown, you probably know that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) wipes down your hands during their security check.
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Why You Can Still See Facial Expression On The Bodies Of Pompeii
In 79 A.D., Pompeii was smothered in ash and pumice from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. And even today, you can still see the facial expressions on the bodies.
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The Unexpected Hobby Jodi Arias Has While In Prison
Jodi Arias brutally murdered her ex-boyfriend, Travis Alexander, and was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in April 2015.
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Tragic Details From Tammy Wynette's Autopsy
Country music icon Tammy Wynette died at 55-years-old. Though she had ongoing health issues, her daughters suspected foul play. Here's what her autopsy showed.
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Prince's Late Addition To Coachella Didn't Stop His Iconic Performance
Prince was classically unpredictable, and it was hard to confirm him to play Coachella in 2008. However, his late addition didn't stop his iconic performance.
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5 Bizarre Things People Could Do On Airplanes In The Past
Flying has evolved a lot over the decades. Things people could do on planes during the so-called golden age of air travel seem bizarre by today's standards.
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What Life Is Like Inside El Salvador's Largest Prison
The Trump administration has sent hundreds of U.S. immigrants to CECOT, El Salvador's largest prison. Here's what life is like inside the institution.
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Tragic Theories For Why The Dire Wolf Went Extinct
The dire wolf, popularized by "The Game of Thrones," has been extinct for 13,000 years. Here are a few plausible theories as to why they died off.
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The Resolution That Would Allow Donald Trump A Third Term, But Not Every President
Congressman Andy Ogles proposed a resolution that would allow Donald Trump a third term, but the language is so specific it doesn't apply to future presidents.
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The Tragic Reason Aurochs Went Extinct
Aurochs were the ancestors of modern cattle, and they roamed the earth until the 17th century, when they went extinct for a few different reasons.
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Things Found At Jim Jones' Death Scene
Minister Jim Jones and his Peoples Temple took followers down a dark path that ended with mass suicide at Jonestown. His death scene was just as disturbing.
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5 Most Painful Ways To Die In Ancient Rome
Ancient Roman society was a wonder of architecture, literature, and yes, painful ways to die. They had plenty of them.
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One Stephen Hawking Prediction For The End Of The World Seems Closer Than Ever
Physicist and cosmologist Stephen Hawking had several theories for the future, but one of his predictions for the end of the world seems closer than ever.
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Bob Dylan Is The Only Person In The World To Hold This Achievement
Legendary musician Bob Dylan has racked up plenty of achievements across his 60-plus year career, and there's one that he is alone in holding.
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Were These Elvis Presley's Final Words?
Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977 of a heart attack caused by a combination of drugs. His final words were to his fiance, Ginger Alden.
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The Major Discovery A Medieval Toilet Helped Researchers Identify
There was a time when indoor latrines were reserved for "high status houses," so finding this medieval toilet helped researchers identify Harold II's palace.
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