The Symbolism Behind The Objects Used In British Royal Ceremonies
The crown jewels have been a part of every British coronation ceremony for more than 900 years -- but what exactly do they mean?
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History's Deadliest Stadium Disasters
As stadiums have gotten bigger, they've also become the site of some of the world's greatest tragedies. These are some of history's deadliest stadium disasters.
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The Most Painful Injuries A Person Can Get, According To Science
While pain is relative, there are a number of injuries that can be excruciating for most everyone.
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The Twisted History Of Oskar Dirlewanger, The Nazis' Most Evil Officer
One of the most twisted men in WWII was Oskar Dirlewanger, leader of his own sadistic SS brigade. Here is the twisted history of the Nazis' most evil officer.
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How The World Would Look With Just 1,000 People
Imagine an apocalypse of some kind leaves a representative selection of 1,000 people behind. What would this new society look like? How would the world change?
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Life-Changing Innovations Of The 1940s: From Penicillin To The Jet Engine
Every decade has its fair share of innovations, but the 1940s stands out. Here are life-changing innovations of the 1940s: from penicillin to the jet engine.
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What Happened To The Bodies Of Civil War Soldiers Who Died In Battle?
As one of the deadliest conflicts in U.S. history, there were an overwhelming number of fallen soldiers to account for afterward. Here's what happened to them.
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The Worst Things Ron DeSantis Has Ever Said
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has become a rising star in politics and has made a name for himself over his questionable rhetoric.
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What Is Atlanta's Cop City And Why Is It So Controversial?
The growing tension around Atlanta's proposed Cop City has resulted in protests, fires, property damage, arrests, and most tragically, the death of an activist.
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The Biggest Concerts Of The 1970s
Some of the most memorable concerts in history took place in the 1970s. From Jean-Michel Jarre to the Beach Boys, these were the biggest concerts of the decade.
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The Twisted History Of Pol Pot
Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge killed millions in Cambodia, during one of the worst genocides of the 20th century. Here is the twisted history of Pol Pot.
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Ancient Beliefs Of Fertility Gods And Goddesses Explained
Fertility was a major concern for ancient people, so they kept the gods sweet. Here are some ancient beliefs of fertility gods and goddesses explained.
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The Most Banned Books In 21st-Century America
Books have been challenged (and sometimes banned) for a wide variety of reasons over the years. Here are the books that face the most controversy today.
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Royal Mistresses And Concubines Throughout History Who Became Queen
The idea of going from the mistress of royalty to an actual royal seems like a fairy tale story. But it does happen, and Queen Camilla is just the most recent.
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12 Details About Cleopatra And Julius Caesar's Relationship
Cleopatra and Julius Caesar met in the summer of 48 BC, and they were lovers until the Ides of March in 44 BC, when Caesar was tragically murdered.
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Ghost Trains Around The World (Including Lincoln's Funeral Train)
Legends of ghosts from around the world include a wide variety of spectral phenomena. Here are the stories of a few of the most famous ghost trains.
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How To Survive A Plane Crash, According To Experts
Many passengers are not aware of the fact that they can survive if they know what to do if a plane crash happens. So, let's talk about what the experts advise.
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What Happens After A New American President Takes Office
After a newly elected American president takes office, their first few days are full of action and activity.
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Captivating Earth Creatures Born And Raised In Space
The first astronauts were animals, and some have even started families in space. Here are some captivating earth creatures born and raised in space.
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Carl Jung: 11 Beliefs On Personality And Life
The psychologist Carl Jung was perhaps second only to Sigmund Freud in terms of his role in the establishment of psychoanalysis. Here are 11 of his core ideas.
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Tragic Details About The Deadly Hyatt Regency Walkway Collapse
The collapse of two walkways at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Kansas City remains the deadliest accidental building collapse in US history.
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The Last Words These Politicians Said Before Death
Any final last words? Let these examples be either cautionary tales or inspiration. These are the last words these politicians said before death.
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Political Cartoons That Enraged Readers
Political cartoons are always controversial, but some over the years have truly enraged the public.
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Ancient Greek Mysteries People Are Still Trying To Solve
For all that is known about the ancient Greeks, there still remains several mysteries.
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14 Creatures You Didn't Realize Were Pollinators
People are starting to recognize how important pollinators are, but there's plenty more to learn. Here are 14 creatures you didn't realize were pollinators.
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The Real Frank Serpico: The NYPD Whistleblower Who Exposed Police Corruption
Frank Serpico was an NYPD cop who became famous for exposing widespread corruption in the police force. Here's the whistleblower's full story.
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What Cities Looked Like Before Electricity Was Discovered
Electricity is taken for granted today, but a few hundred years ago, we were relying on candles to light the way. Here's what cities looked like then.
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