Why Alabama Has Had A 'Bump On Its Head' Since The 1980s
America's state borders are seen by many to be concrete. However, this isn't always the case. Here is why Alabama has had a bump on its head since the 1980s.
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Paleontologists Have A Better Understanding Of This Icthyosaurs Mass Grave In Nevada
Ichthyosaurs were not dinosaurs, but the fossilized remains of these large dolphin-like sea creatures have frequently been studied by experts.
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The Strange Tale Of John Dee, Personal Magician To Queen Elizabeth I
Astronomer, mathematician, occultist, and possible spy to Queen Elizabeth I, John Dee left a bigger, behind-the-scenes mark on history than many may realize.
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Facts About The 168 Newly-Discovered Ancient Nazca Lines In Peru
Facts about the 168 newly-discovered ancient Nazca lines in Peru, which nearly doubled the area's known geoglyphs.
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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 Jack The Ripper Witness That Some Think May Have Been The Real Killer
Speculation continues regarding Jack the Ripper, the person responsible for perhaps the most infamous string of unsolved murders in history.
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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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What Jewish Custom Says About The Tradition Of Wedding Rings
How do wedding rings figure into Jewish custom? Evidence shows that members of the Jewish faith have ascribed their own symbolic meanings to the rings.
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The Death Of Former Pope Benedict XVI Explained
Former Pope Benedict XVI died. He was 95. Pope Benedict, who served as the leader of the Catholic Church from 2005 to 2013, had been in poor health as of late.
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The Strange History Of South Carolina's Famous South Of The Border
South of the Border, a tourist attraction along I-95 located in Dillon, South Carolina, brings a sense of nostalgia and cringe-worthy motifs for generations.
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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 Tiger King-Inspired Bill Signed Into Law
Due to Netflix's highly successful docuseries "Tiger King," a spotlight was shown on private ownership of big cats. Recently the Big Cat Safety Act was passed.
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Romania's 'Black Widow' Vera Renczi Remains A Deadly Mystery
Romania is full of legends and sorted history. But one such story of Romania's "black widow" Vera Renczi's murder spree still remains a deadly mystery.
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Botticelli's Tradition-Smashing Birth Of Venus' Lasting Effect On Pop Culture
Botticelli's tradition-smashing Birth of Venus' lasting effect on pop culture has endured in the 700 years since the painting was unvieled.
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Who Were Lizzie Borden's Parents?
Lizzie grew to adulthood with no memories of her biological mother, only her stepmother, Abby Durfee Gray, whom Andrew married in 1865.
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The Navajo's Most Horrific Legend, Skinwalkers
The Navajo's most horrific legend, skinwalkers, are unique from other cryptids in that they are evil entities that pretend to be your loved ones.
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The Story Behind Romano Guardini's Influence On Former Pope Benedict XVI
Father Romano Guardini influenced both Pope Benedict XVI (aka Joseph Ratzinger) and his successor, Pope Francis I (aka Jose Mario Bergoglio).
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Pelé
On December 28, 2022, the world said a heart-stricken goodbye to humanitarian, ambassador to his sport, and the greatest soccer player of all time, Pelé.
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Who Was Adolph Ochs, The Man Behind The New Year's Eve Ball?
Every New Year's Eve, an estimated one million people brave cold temperatures to witness the iconic ball drop in Times Square. But how did the ball get there?
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The Scandalous 1979 Death Of Ford Administration Vice President Nelson Rockefeller
Nelson Rockefeller died of a heart attack in 1979.
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The Confusing History Of Popes Named Benedict
All the way back in 575, a man whose birth name is unclear assumed the job of pope and began his papal reign as Benedict. Here's the history of the name.
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How The Seminary Protected Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Growing Up In Nazi Germany
When Pope Benedict XVI took over the papacy, nefarious details emerged from his past regarding his childhood under the Third Reich. So what were his ties?
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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 History Of The USSR's Rope Roads In Georgia
When the USSR occupied Georgia, they built so-called "rope roads" to get workers to the precariously located mines. Here is the history of the rope roads.
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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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The Armenian Princess Who 'Cried A Lake'
The tears of a heartbroken woman are powerful, but did you know that they might fill an entire lake? Learn more about the tale of a grieving Armenian princess.
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