How Cleveland's 1986 Balloonfest Resulted In Two Deaths
In 1986, Cleveland's chapter of the United Way hit upon the idea of releasing 1.5 million helium-filled balloons into the air. The event ended in two deaths.
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The 1946 Battle Of Athens, Tennessee Explained
In 1945 and 1946, World War II veterans were returning to East Tennessee to find a world that wasn't quite what they'd been fighting for. Next came bloodshed.
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Black Nationalist Leader Marcus Garvey Read His Own Obituary Shortly Before His Death
Black nationalist leader Marcus Garvey read his obituary before his actual death, when it was accidentally published in a newspaper.
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The Disturbing Origins Of Japan's Suicide Forest
Aokigahara, dubbed "Suicide Forest," is Japan's most common destination for people seeking to commit suicide. Here's its disturbing history.
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The Penn State Game That Made College Football History With A Staggering Nine Overtimes
A Penn State vs. Illinois college football game set the record for being the longest college football game in history, with nine overtimes.
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Why Teddy Roosevelt's Nobel Prize Victory Was Met With Protest
President Theodore Roosevelt is remembered for his gregarious personality and excellence in leadership. However, some protested his receipt of the Nobel Prize.
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How The Ancient Romans Pioneered The Modern Courtroom Drama
Ancient Rome, a highly litigious society — one tailored by the persuasive power of orators — gave rise to the courtroom spectacle that intrigues people today.
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Here's What Going To School Was Like In The U.S. In The 1800s
it wasn't until the early 19th century that an official public education system in the U.S. was finally put in place. Here's what school was like in the 1800s.
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Who Was The Man Who Stole The Mona Lisa?
The fascinating story of the man who boldly stole Leonardo da Vinci's iconic "Mona Lisa" straight off the walls of the Louvre Museum in Paris.
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The True Story Of The 5,000 Pound Manta Ray Caught In New Jersey And The Confusion That Followed
It's harder than ever to know if the pictures we see are real. Here's the story of an old picture of a 5,000 pound manta ray, and the confusion that followed.
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Political Debate Moments That Caused A Stir
Ever since the first televised presidential debate was broadcast in 1960, debates have served up juicy, hilarious, outrageous, and downright bizarre moments.
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What Might Happen If Saber-Toothed Tigers Lived Today?
It's impossible to know for certain what might happen if the saber-toothed tiger still lived. But based on what we know, here's what humans might face.
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The Time A Nuclear Nightmare Almost Took Place In North Carolina
Not everyone was aware of the sheer magnitude that a nuclear bomb could prove. In 1961, one North Carolina region nearly experienced just such an incident.
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Benito Mussolini And King Victor Emmanuel III Of Italy's Relationship Explained
Mussolini is remembered as a fascist leader who allied with Hitler during World War II. But what was his relationship with Italian King Victor Emmanuel III?
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What This Key West Resident Has Written On Their Gravestone Tells It Like It Is
A gravestone's epitaph can tell a lot about the person interred there. Some even show the decedent's sense of humor. Such is the case at Key West Cemetery.
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The Shipwreck Frozen In Time In A Norwegian Lake
The recent discovery of a shipwreck that appears frozen in time located in Norway's Lake Mjøsa leads scientists on a whole new path of underwater discovery.
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The Iri Of Ancient Egypt Was Given A Job Title Unlike Any Other
The ancient Egyptians are remembered for their elaborate rituals, beautiful temples, and robust religion. One such title was the Iri, who had an unlikely job.
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The Deadliest Smogs In History
Scientists have known smog to have negative health impacts for centuries, yet they continue to occur. Here are some of the deadliest smogs in history.
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Why One Of The Worst Calls In World Cup History Led Pelé To Consider Leaving The Sport
Brazilian soccer player Pelé's talents were so formidable, opponents were sometimes drawn to desperate measures to try to keep his team from winning.
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Elon Musk And Donald Trump's Tumultuous Relationship Explained
Donald Trump and Elon Musk are two of the world's most controversial figures, and since they both have enormous power, their paths have intertwined.
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The Unlikely Weapon Featured In The World's Oldest Narrative Carving
The carving has been informally dubbed the "Sayburç relief" after the name of the archaeological site where it was found in Turkey.
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Why Peter III Of Russia Once Had A Rat Put On Trial And Executed
Russia's Peter III once put a rat on trial and executed it, as punishment for committing a crime. Here's what the rat did to deserve execution.
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The Suspected Strained Relationship Between Little Hercules And His Father
The boy once known as Little Hercules, Richard Sandrak, had a suspected strained relationship with his father.
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How A Rumor About Elon Musk's Family Emerald Mine Fortune Took A Life Of Its Own
Elon Musk is one of the most recognizable and controversial figures alive today. Here's how a rumor about a family emerald mine fortune took a life of its own.
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The Unusual Material Used For Bridal Gowns During WWII
Women during and after World War II were resourceful in making their wedding gowns.
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The Stunning Discovery Made Under The Surface Of A 160-Year-Old Painting
Artist Paul Cézanne may have hidden one of his most fascinating works beneath layers of paint.
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Franco Harris And Vietnam Vet Rocky Bleier Made History While Sharing A Backfield
Franco Harris was not alone in rushing for 1,000 yards in 1976 — so did Rocky Bleier. Together, they were only the second pair of NFL players to have done so.
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