The Long Complicated History Of The Boy Scouts Explained
The Boy Scouts have been in existence for more than a century. A century of history is a lot, and it is a very different organization now than it was then.
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George Washington's Tragic Death Explained
George Washington died suddenly on December 14, 1799, just two years after he left office as the first President of the United States.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Sue The T-Rex
In 1990, a fossil dubbed Sue the T-Rex was discovered by the Black Hills Institute. A tragic custody battle ensued over the T-Rex.
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The Creepiest Things Serial Killers Ever Said
Serial killers tend not to have a verbal filter, but that's not really shocking -- they do kill people. These are the creepiest things serial killers ever said.
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The World's Worst Man-Made Disasters
Man-made disasters are a bitter betrayal, with life and limb possibly spared with a little forward-thinking. Here are some of the worst man-made disasters.
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12 Best Alexander Graham Bell Inventions
Alexander Graham Bell did more than patent the telephone. From an early metal detector to lifesaving breathing equipment, discover 12 of his best inventions.
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What It Was Really Like Being An Early Christian In The Roman Empire
Life as a Christian in the empire was marked by persecution and in-fighting. However, they contributed to the evolution of Christianity and Judaism today.
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Strangest Videos Captured Before People Disappeared
While a video is typically considered to be some of the strongest evidence in a case, for these missing people, it only made things even stranger.
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The Most Successful Band Member Replacements Ever
Lineup changes in bands are occasionally necessary, but sometimes, a new hire will shock everyone. These are the most successful band member replacements ever.
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Fake Documentaries That Totally Fooled Viewers
Documentaries are well-regarded as a genre, but what if the filmmakers are lying? There have been some bizarrely elaborate pranks disguised as documentaries.
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Extreme Reasons Musicians Canceled Tours
Every so often, famous musicians have to cancel their tours, and every so often, the reasons behind those cancellations are pretty extreme.
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The Most Dangerous 21st Century American Cities By Murder Rate
Using the murder rate per 100,000 citizens, cities in the nation have found where they place in comparison to the rest of the country.
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How Different Cultures Around The World Celebrate Winter Solstice
The winter solstice is, for many, a good excuse to celebrate. Though the individual celebration can vary, they often include feasts, art, and processions.
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Extravagant Buildings That Were Never Finished
You can draw and design an extravagant building, but once you start construction, everything can go wrong.
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The Dark Truth About Being A Pop Star In The '90s
The world of '90s pop music wasn't nearly as glamorous for its stars as you might think. Here's the dark truth about being a pop star in the '90s.
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What Was The Mad Gasser Of Mattoon? We Explain
The Mad Gasser of Mattoon is often cited as the premier case of mass hysteria. In the 1940s, a town was terrorized by a mysterious gas-spraying culprit.
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The Scary History Of The Doomsday Clock
The Doomsday Clock strikes at midnight, marking the end of the world.
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Billy Idol's Sad And Often Troubling Life
It might seem like Billy Idol was born to rock, but it wasn't always so, and his fame was no easy ride. Here is Billy Idol's sad and often troubling life.
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Inside Tommy Lee And Pamela Anderson's Relationship
Playboy model Pamela Anderson and Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee were one of the most notorious couples of the second half of the 1990s.
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The Untold Truth Of Harvey Danger
"Flagpole Sitta," named one of the top 25 songs of the 90s by Rolling Stone, has become synonymous with Harvey Danger — but there's much more to them.
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Jackass: Heartbreaking Stories About The Cast
While lovably insane, the fearless Jackass gang has endured even more pain off screen. Here are some heartbreaking stories about the cast of Jackass.
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What Elon Musk's Private Life Is Really Like
Who is the eccentric visionary Elon Musk, really? Earth's most polymathic aspiring martian has shared a large volume of personal details over the years.
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Islands That The United States Has Stolen
The United States has made some decidedly imperialistic moves in its history. Here are some islands that the United States has stolen.
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Musicians Who Contracted Coronavirus
From hip-hop stars to opera singers and everyone in between, quite a few influential and popular musicians have contracted the coronavirus.
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History's Craziest Plane Hijackings
You'd think that taking over an airplane the air would require skill or at least sobriety. You'd be wrong. Here are some of history's craziest plane hijackings.
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Fascinating Facts About The Legend Of Mulan
Was Mulan a real person? Did she really fight disguised as a man? Here are some fascinating facts about the legend of Mulan.
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The Most Terribly Acted Movies Of All Time
These are some of the worst acting performances of all time in movies. The worst part is, these movies were actually trying to be good.
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