Europe's Oldest Map Dates Back Over 4,000 Years Into The Bronze Age
The oldest map in Europe dates back over 4,000 years to the Bronze Age. Here's what it depicted, and why the map is historically important.
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The Myth Of Iceland's Yule Cat Explained
Over in Iceland, the tiny North Atlantic island nation of under half a million people, is a unique Christmas tradition centered around the myth of the Yule Cat.
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The World's First Aerial Bomb Was Dropped By A Rogue Pilot In 1911
Turning manned flight into a weapon seems, sadly, a too-common reality of modern life, but at one point, someone had to have accomplished it first.
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Meet Nyarri Nyarri Morgan, Who Discovered Civilization Through An Atomic Bomb
Nyarri Nyarri Morgan first became aware that he shared the country with settler society when he witnessed the testing of an atomic bomb during the 1950s.
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Martin Luther King Jr And Stokely Carmichael's Relationship Explained
Stokely Carmichael was born in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad in 1941 and moved to New York at the age of 11. He was also friends with Martin Luther King Jr.
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The Chicago Man Who Faked His Death To End His Cellphone Plan
Frustrated and fed up with the poor quality of his cellphone service, one Chicago man went to great lengths to terminate his contract early.
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Honda Point Disaster: The Largest Loss Of US Navy Ships During Peacetime
The history of the U.S. Navy is filled with victory, valor, and disaster. One such disaster occurred at Honda Point, the largest loss of ships during peacetime.
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How Social Media Turned The Youngest Of The Founding Family Against Westboro Baptist
Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas, became infamous for what were seen as inflammatory, cruel public protests, especially at funerals.
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A Discovery By A Teenager Led To The Founding Of Australia's Underground City
This town has a rich legacy, and nearly everything there has been built underground. Learn more about one of the world's most unique places.
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Why A Dutch Nun Voluntarily Imprisoned Herself For 57 Years
Religious devotion of all kinds, Christian or otherwise, can lead an individual to perform extraordinary acts on the journey to selfless sanctity.
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What An American Presidential Funeral Is Really Like
The U.S. military and government notably unite for a rare state event; a presidential funeral. Here is what an American presidential funeral is really like.
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The Disturbing Theory Behind The Police And Serial Killer Bible John
A serial killer targeted women in Glasgow, Scotland, in the 1960s. Despite intense investigation, the killer has yet to be found, and some suspect a cover-up.
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The Story Behind Legendary Gunfighter Doc Holliday's Alleged Last Words
Thanks to depictions like "Tombstone," Doc Holliday's alleged final words "This is funny" are well-known, but perhaps less known is the story behind it.
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The Twisted History Of Emperor Nero
The Roman Empire had its fair share of infamous rulers, but even among that list, some still stand out. This is the twisted history of Emperor Nero.
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The Wildest World Cup Moments In History
Here are some of the greatest and wildest moments of the FIFA World Cup that have made the tournament one of the most popular sporting events in the world.
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Why Nazi Director Leni Riefenstahl Was Not Given A Warm Welcome In Hollywood
When discussions ensue regarding the responsibilities of artists and the purpose of art, Nazi filmmaker Leni Riefenstahl often comes to mind.
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Who Is Ngozi Fulani?
Ngozi Fulani was at an event at Buckingham Palace to combat gender-based violence, when she was the victim of racist remarks. Here's what happened.
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The First World Cup Match Between The US And Iran Was Marked By Political Tension
The first World Cup match between the U.S. and Iran in 1998 was full of tension due to the strained relations between the two nations politically.
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Why Queen Camilla Does Not Have A Lady-In-Waiting
The British monarchy is rife with traditions that it still upholds today. Here is why Queen Consort Camilla decided not to have the traditional lady-in-waiting.
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How Fleetwood Mac's Don't Stop Became Bill Clinton's 1992 Campaign Song
Fleetwood Mac's "Don't Stop" held a certain nostalgia for the Baby Boomer generation that Clinton hoped to win over during his 1992 presidential campaign.
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The US Security Force That Protects Royals When They Visit America
The federal government is a maze of agencies, bureaus, organizations, and interwoven rivalries and cooperation, including various security arms.
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How A Wasp Nest Showed These Australian Cave Paintings May Be 5,000 Years Younger Than Expected
An ancient wasp nest helped to date these Australian cave paintings, showing that they may be 5,000 years younger than previously expected.
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The Unsettling Time A Dead Body Was Once Mistaken For An April Fools' Prank
Sometimes perception does equal reality for some people, whether a UFO or a celebrity sighting or just a run-of-the-mill April Fools joke -- or maybe not.
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The Time The US Supreme Court Ruled That Income Tax Was Illegal
Income tax is part of American life today, but it wasn't always that way. A century ago, income tax was actually ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.
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What Happened To The Bodies From D-Day?
After WWII's D-Day. Allied forces left behind thousands of their comrades' remains scattered across the beaches. Here's what happened to the bodies from D-Day.
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How Mike Lindell And Donald Trump Became Connected
This is how Mike Lindell -- aka the MyPillow guy -- and former president Donald Trump became connected.
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The First English Lottery Was A Literal Get Out Of Jail Free Card
The lottery has roots in a centuries-old tradition started in Ancient Rome. Here's how the first English lottery was like a get out of jail free card.
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