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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Why The Yo-Yo Played An Important Role In Ancient Greek Society
You may think of yo-yos as a toy, but they played an important role in ancient Greek society. Here's why.
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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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What Archeologists Hope To Learn From The World's Oldest Runestone
Runestones are a unique window into the past, helping us to learn about ancient cultures. Here's what archaeologists hope to learn from the oldest runestone.
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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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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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What The Metaverse Could Do To Humans
Facebook's Metaverse aims to create a virtual world where people can interact in various ways as avatars, but what could that do to humans in the real world?
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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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How Did Germany 'Denazify' After WWII?
After the end of World War II, Germany had the difficult job of 'denazifying' the country, expunging all Nazi influence from its laws and culture.
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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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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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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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Most Dangerous Camping Spots In The U.S.
For less experienced adventurers, treks into these American wilderness escapes can be downright hellish.
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Izzy Einstein And Moe Smith: Prohibition's Most Feared And Decorated Agents
At the turn of the century, the growing movement known as prohibition was gaining steam and would soon become the law of the land via the 18th Amendment.
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The Messed Up True Story Behind Dark Waters
The messed up true story behind the film Dark Waters reveals an emerging public health and environmental threat and an alleged corporate cover-up.
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What Are Your Odds Of Being Injured By A Theme Park Ride?
Amusement and theme parks are big draws, especially during the summer. But what are your chances of being injured while taking a spin on one of the rides?
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The Messed Up History Of Australia's Emu War
In 1932, the Emu War was declared in Australia. A few months later, the emus were declared the victors. Here's the messed up history of Australia's Emu War.
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The Greek Myth Of The Cornucopia Explained
Part of holiday fun is enjoying the symbols with which it's associated, whether that's Santa and his sleigh at Christmas or the Thanksgiving cornucopia.
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The History Behind The Stolen Caravaggio's Nativity With St. Francis And St. Lawrence
In 1969 Renaissance painter Caravaggio's "Nativity with St. Francis and St. Lawrence" was stolen from a chapel. Here is the history behind the stolen painting.
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Who Is The Unknown Child Of The Titanic?
When the Titanic sunk in 1912, 1,497 people lost their lives, including many children. One of those children was only identified in
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How People Become Part Of The Westminster Abbey Choir
The Westminster Abbey choir stems from centuries of tradition and still sings at important British events to this day. Here's how people become part of it.
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Who Inherited Albert Einstein's Money After His Death?
German physicist Albert Einstein is one of the most celebrated geniuses in the world, and the creator of various scientific theories.
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The Secret History Behind A Very Visible Tower In The Middle Of London
A 600-foot tower can hardly be kept a secret, but its purposes can. Here's the secret history behind a very visible tower in the middle of London.
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Who Was The 'Nazi Princess' Who Worked In German Foreign Intelligence Under A Fake Name?
The 'Nazi princess' who worked in German foreign intelligence under a fake name had very close ties to the Third Reich as a child.
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12 European Languages Most People Have Never Heard
Europe is a large continent with many different unique languages. However, there are many European languages that some Americans have not even heard of.
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