Politicians Who Predicted Their Own Deaths
After gaining political rivals and leading through dangerous times, many politicians have predicted their own deaths to contemporaries and in personal letters.
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Bizarre Things That Were Picked Up On Weather Radar
Weather radar allows us to predict and interpret all kinds of weather conditions. But weather radar can get confused and doesn't always make sense.
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The Untold Truth Of Black Holes
Black holes are nothing like they've been depicted in science fiction.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Blink-182
From lawsuits to firings and fights to crashing planes, this is the full, tragic, real-life story of Blink-182.
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Things That Are Killing Your Phone Battery
Even the best cell phone batteries don't seem like they last nearly long enough. It's not just games you play at work -- it's more complicated than you think.
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Lies Manhunt: Unabomber Told You
Discovery's 2017 series Manhunt: Unabomber takes plenty of creative liberties with the truth. Here's how Manhunt: Unabomber lied to you.
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The True Story Of The First Woman To Earn A PhD
In 1678, a Venetian noblewoman named Elena Cornaro Piscopia made history by obtaining a doctorate. This is the true story of the first woman to earn a Ph.D.
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The Greatest Books Written In Prison
The greatest books written in prison illuminate the harrowing events of life behind bars, such as Nelson Mandela's Conversations With Myself.
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Famous Albums That Almost Didn't Get Made
Here is the story of famous albums like Bruce Springsteen's Born to Run, Tom Petty's Full Moon Fever, and Boston's debut album that almost got shelved.
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Tragic Details About Stevie Nicks
Stevie Nicks, legendary solo artist and member of the rock group Fleetwood Mac, has lived hard in her five-decade career.
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Times The History Channel Lied To You
The History Channel offers a lot of unique reality shows. Here are times the History Channel lied to you.
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The Craziest Stunts Ozzy Osbourne Ever Pulled
Ozzy Osbourne's often drug-fueled escapades are the stuff of rock and roll legend. Here are some of the craziest stunts Ozzy Osbourne ever pulled.
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The Real Reason France Sold The Louisiana Territory To The United States
In 1803, Napoleon sold the Louisiana Territory to the U.S., but why? Here's the real reason France sold the Louisiana territory to the United States.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Hole
Hole was all over MTV and alt rock radio during the mid-'90s, but its members all suffered terrible tragedies throughout their lives.
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The Brutal Murder That Inspired The 2001 Film Bully
On July 15, 1993, 20-year-old Bobby Kent was brutally murdered in Florida. The crime inspired the 2001 film "Bully." Here's the true story behind it.
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Why America's First Paramedics Were So Groundbreaking
The Freedom House Ambulance Service revolutionized the concept of emergency medical services. In doing so, the service saved lives in more ways than one.
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Why Escaping North Korea Is So Difficult And Dangerous
Regardless of why it happens, the journey out of North Korea is not easy. Here's what makes defecting from this nation so difficult and dangerous.
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Heisman Trophy Winners Who Flopped In The NFL
Winning the Heisman is the top honor for a college athlete, and it promises great things of the player. Unfortunately, some never succeeded beyond college.
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The Myth Of Iris, Goddess Of The Rainbow, Explained
The personification of the rainbow, the goddess Iris represented a connection between Heaven and Earth and sent messages between the two. Here's her story.
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Bizarre Things Found In Wells
Timmy's in the well! Lots of other things are in the well, too, as it turns out. For a start, wells appear to be surprising places for all kinds of artifacts.
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Themyscira: The Home Of The Legendary Amazons Explained
Whether in ancient Greek myth or in Wonder Woman comics and films, the Amazons make their home in a city-state called Themiscyra. But what is Themiscyra?
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What Tommy Chong Fans Might Not Know About The Star
By one metric, Tommy Chong is one of the most famous people around. After all, when you hear the surname "Chong," who is the first person you think of?
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These Railways Are The Most Dangerous In The World
These railways are the most dangerous in the world. Don't look down ... or up, or to the side.
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Things Only The Biggest Fans Of Dirty Jobs Know
"Dirty Job"s has been on, and off, the air since 2003, entertaining viewers with first-hand experiences of dirty lines of work.
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The Long And Tragic History Of Artsakh
Artsakh, a region situated in current Azerbaijan, has repeatedly declared its independence, and the people of Artsakh have been denied time and time again.
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The True Story Behind Tokyo Rose
During World War II, Tokyo Rose was infamous for allegedly broadcasting treasonous propaganda to American GIs.
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The Untold Truth Of Jim Nabors
We can all be thankful to actor Jim Nabors for his fantastic portrayal of Gomer Pyle, but few realize just how rich and diverse his life was beyond that role.
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