The History Of The World's First Penitentiary
The history of the world's first true "penitentiary," inspired by Quaker ideology, is long, dark, and twisted.
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The First Chancellor Of West Germany After The Defeat Of The Nazi Regime
Konrad Adenauer was a lifelong politician who could not have wished for a more eventful life or career, and he ultimately achieved stunning political success.
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The Storied History Of Negro League Baseball
Before its decline, Negro League Baseball was once one of the biggest professional draws in the U.S. Here is the storied history of Negro League Baseball.
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The Dark Secret About Being A Silent Film Star
When you think about Old Hollywood, you can't help but get caught up in the idea of glamor. The reality is there was a dark side to being a silent film star.
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Who Is Caroline Ellison In The FTX Scandal?
Just who is Caroline Ellison and how did she get wrapped up in the FTX scandal?
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Tragic Details About The Warsaw Uprising
Though it happened nearly 80 years ago, it is still an immensely important part of history. These are tragic details about the Warsaw Uprising.
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US Cities With Less Than 100 People Living There
For various reasons, there are a lot of small towns in the United States. Here are some U.S. cities with less than 100 people living there.
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The Dark Side Of Being A 1950s TV Star
Showbusiness may be glorious and glamorous, but it has never claimed to be for the faint of heart. Here is the dark side of being a 1950s TV star.
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Bodies Of Water Too Dangerous For Anybody To Touch
Water is the essence of life, except when it isn't. People need to stay far away as possible from these bodies of water, simply the deadliest on the planet.
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Marijuana From Ancient History To Now
From early agriculture to modern medicine, marijuana has long partnered with human civilization. Here is the story of marijuana from ancient history to now.
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The Worst Nuclear Disasters Throughout History
There are more incidents involving nuclear power and radioactive sources than Chernobyl. These are some of the worst nuclear disasters the world has ever seen.
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Steve Irwin: What Only True Fans Know About The One And Only Crocodile Hunter
This is the untold truth of Steve Irwin. Crikey! Here's everything you ever wanted to know about the daring Crocodile Hunter.
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Here's What Going To School Was Like In The U.S. In The 1800s
it wasn't until the early 19th century that an official public education system in the U.S. was finally put in place. Here's what school was like in the 1800s.
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The Timeline Of All Six Of The Three Stooges Explained
Moe Howard and Larry Fine were always there, but four different stooges occupied the third slot. Here's the timeline of all six of the Three Stooges explained.
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Political Debate Moments That Caused A Stir
Ever since the first televised presidential debate was broadcast in 1960, debates have served up juicy, hilarious, outrageous, and downright bizarre moments.
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These Are The Longest Prison Sentences Ever Served
Criminals are handed down longterm sentences to ensure they are not released as a threat to society. Here are the longest prison sentences ever served.
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What These Iconic Olympians From The 2000s Look Like Today
The first decade of the 2000s, in particular, gave us some of the most recognizable faces of the Olympic Games, many of whom have moved on to further pursuits.
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The Color Purple Lost All 11 Of Its Oscars Nominations. Here's Who Won Them
When "The Color Purple," was adapted into a film, the reviews were astounding, and it received 11 Oscar nominations. It lost all of them, and here's who won.
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Whatever Happened To Smash Mouth?
Everyone knows Smash Mouth's smash hit "All Star," but what happened to the band after the song achieved widespread success? There were some ups and downs.
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The Deadliest Smogs In History
Scientists have known smog to have negative health impacts for centuries, yet they continue to occur. Here are some of the deadliest smogs in history.
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What Happened To These '90s One-Hit Wonders?
Some acts made it big in the 1990s ... and some made it big with one song. But what happened to those one-hit wonders after their five seconds of fame?
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What All Of Mick Jagger's Former Bandmates Have Said About Him
Mick Jagger has been a rock legend since the 1960s, and his legacy grows on. His collaborations are also the stuff of legend, as many artists attest.
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The Messed Up Truth Of The Manson Family's LaBianca Murders
As tragic as the Tate murders were, they have come to overshadow the Manson Family's next night of terror. This is the messed up truth of the LaBianca murders.
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Why The Terror Birds Went Extinct
Terror birds were once the most feared predator in South America, so how did they go extinct? There are a few different theories scientists have considered.
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Who Are The People On The Crew Of SpaceX's Mission To The Moon?
In 2018, SpaceX announced it would send a manned spacecraft to circle the moon, crewed by artists rather than scientists. Here are the selected crewmembers.
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The Best History Books Of 2022
Here are some of the most fabulous history books in 2022, all of which were critically acclaimed by book reviewers and highly recommended by major outlets.
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Tragic Details About Lars Ulrich
Lars Ulrich of Metallica has experienced loss and adversity is his life and career, starting with a shattered athletic dream as a teen new to the United States.
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