What Happens When An Atomic Bomb Goes Off Underwater?
Today, we have a much more accurate idea of what happens when an atomic bomb plummets deep into a large body of water, and it's certainly nothing to celebrate.
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Things Found At The Bottom Of The Baltic Sea
Shipwrecks hold a certain morbid fascination for many people -- what happened, and why, and how many, and when? The bottom of the Baltic Sea holds its share.
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Here's Why Americans Once Used Corn Cobs For Toilet Paper
Human latrine behavior has changed dramatically over the centuries. One, thankfully past, form of cleaning the backside involved a corn cob, and here's why.
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Why John Kennedy's Assassination Contributed To David Crosby Leaving The Byrds
David Crosby had a firm belief about the John F. Kennedy assassination.
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What Life Was Like For Saloon Girls In The Wild West
Hollywood saloon girls versus the real deal are quite different. Here's what life was like for saloon girls in the Wild West.
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The Shocking Myth Surrounding The Birth Of Cyrus The Great
Ancient stories can seem brutal, but the shocking myth surrounding the birth of Cyrus the Great and the aftermath is particularly harsh.
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Kareem Abdul Jabbar's Scary Experience That Made Him Feel Like He Was 'Stepping Into A War Movie'
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, one of the NBA's all-time great basketball players, was shaped by his scary experience during the 1960s Harlem protests.
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The Story Behind The Fender Stratocaster Guitar
The "Strat" is one of the most iconic and influential musical instruments ever designed. Here's the story behind the Fender Stratocaster guitar.
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How Earth, Wind & Fire Became Symbols Of Black Emancipation
Earth, Wind & Fire became famous for producing catchy music, but is also an iconic band that became a symbol of Black emancipation.
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Why It Is Legal To Attempt To Escape Prison In Germany And Some Other Countries?
There is a compelling reason why it is totally legal to attempt to escape prison in Germany and some other countries.
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The Eerie History Of The Trail Where Actor Julian Sands Went Missing
Though the Baldy Bowl Trail is popular with hikers and rewards them with some spectacular views, it can also be dangerous.
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Questionable Things About Lyndon B. Johnson's Presidency
Successor to JFK, his reputation was nearly ruined by his adventures abroad and at home. Here are some questionable things about Lyndon B. Johnson's presidency.
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The Guinness World Records Held By Sister André, The World's Oldest Person
Guinness World Records' oldest living person, Sister André of France, died on Tuesday, January 17 at the age of 118. What world records does she old?
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The Grave Of Napoleon's One-Legged General Tells The Story Of Their Failed Russian Campaign
Napoleon had a one-legged general in his legendary Grande Armée, and his grave tells the story of the army's failed Russian campaign.
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Here Are The Oldest Known Surviving Books In The World
Although the printing press dates back to the ninth century, as per History, there are books that are much older than that.
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The Most Likely Ways To Die In Victorian England
Death was a part of everyday life in Victorian England, with causes now common today deadly for those of the time.
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The Biggest Misconceptions About The Black Plague
The Black Plague (or the Black Death) was the name given to the bubonic plague that hit Europe in the 14th century. Here are some misconceptions about it.
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What Is The Oldest Religious Holy Text On The Earth?
Religion has been a fundamental part of human civilization for what seems like time immemorial. So what is the oldest religious holy text on the Earth?
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The Scottish Ballad That Mirrors The Relationship We Know Of John Smith And Pocahontas
The relationship between John Smith and Pocahontas has become famous through the Disney movie adaptation, but it might all be based on a Scottish ballad.
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Clint Hill: The True Story Of The Man Who Tried To Save JFK
Clint Hill might not be famous, but he was only seconds too late to stop John F. Kennedy's death. Here's the true story of the man who tried to save JFK.
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The Royal Navy Has A Warship Still In Service That Is Nearly 300 Years Old
The Royal Navy still uses a warship that's been operational for 300 years. Here's the story of the HMS Victory and how it's still in service.
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The Mysterious 1961 Death Of The Second Secretary-General Of The United Nations
Was former U.N. Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjörd murdered for defying the West? The jury is still out, but pieces of the puzzle suggest very dark conclusions.
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The Horrific Sunshine Skyway Bridge Disaster
The horrific Sunshine Skyway Bridge disaster over Tampa Bay happened in 1980 when a freight ship crashed into a bridge support. Thirty-five people died.
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The Tragic Story Of The Reverse Underground Railroad
The Underground Railroad helped slaves escape, but another network was working parallel. Here's the tragic story of the Reverse Underground Railroad.
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Every State Nickname Explained
Every U.S. state has a nickname, with several states having more than one. Here, we take a look at the stories (and theories) behind these famed state monikers.
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Opera Nazionale Balilla: Fascist Italy's Version Of The Hitler Youth
Like German's Hitler Youth, fascist Italy had its own state-sponsored youth group, known as Opera Nazionale Balilla, more commonly referred to as just Balilla.
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The Fabled Meeting Of Two Of The Most Prominent Native Americans In Colonial History
Two of the most prominent Native Americans in colonial history, Pocahontas and Squanto, once allegedly met each other. This is the story of that fabled meeting.
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