How The Ancients Celebrated The Fall Equinox
Modern holidays often mark important dates for individual cultures, but things were different in the past. This is how the ancients celebrated the fall equinox.
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Inside The Jack-O'-Lantern's Devilish Origin Story
Holidays bring some rather interesting traditions that are so embedded into society that they often go unquestioned in the 21st century.
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The Mystery Of The Cleveland Torso Murderer
Shortly after the Great Depression, a serial killer dismembered and killed at least a dozen victims in Cleveland. Here is the story of the Torso Murderer.
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King Charles' Plan To Keep Prince Andrew Away From Power Would Amend An 85-Year-Old Rule
King Charles is amending a law in order to keep Prince Andrew and Prince Harry away from power. Here's how King Charles is amending the rule.
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Meet Ella Harper, A Vintage Side Show Star With A Wild Talent
Circuses and sideshows have a complicated yet fascinating history in the United States. Meet Ella Harper, a vintage side show star with a wild talent.
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The Uncontacted Philippines Tribe That Might Have Been A Hoax
In 1971, a curious discovery sent the media into a tailspin. Here's the story of the uncontacted Philippines tribe that might have been a hoax.
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Famous Historical Figures Who Were Quarantined
Quarantine is an old idea. And some of the people affected by these old time quarantines were famous. Here are famous historical figures who were quarantined.
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Roman Empire Timeline Explained
The timeline of Roman history is about as convoluted as it is long, stretching out over two millenia. This is the Roman Empire timeline explained.
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The Untold Truth Of Bill Clinton
The man formerly known as President Bill Clinton is surrounded by a basket-load of weird facts: This is the untold truth of Bill Clinton.
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The Staggering Number Of Lit Jack-O'-Lanterns That Set A Guinness World Record
A city in New Hampshire holds the Guinness World Record for the most number of lit jack-o'-lanterns.
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Big Moments From The 2000s You Forgot About
Y2K may have been somewhat anticlimactic, but it ushered in a new era. Here are some moments in the first decade of the millennium worth remembering.
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Was There A Real Ichabod Crane?
Published in 1820, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" by Washington Irving is a classic horror tale that continues to spook readers. Was there a real Ichabod Crane?
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Bolivia's Festival Of The Skulls Explained
Take a trip to La Paz, Bolivia, on November 8, and you might be curious as to why crowds of people are gathering at graveyards carrying around human skulls.
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Women Elected To Office In America Before They Could Vote
Although women's right to vote would not be protected in the U.S. until 1920, that didn't stop many from running for office. Here are some of their stories.
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What Traditionally Happens To Muslims After Performing The Hajj?
As part of the Islamic religion, Muslims take a pilgrimage to the holy land of Mecca. Here's what traditionally happens after. performing the Hajj?
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The Strange Story Of The Hatbox Baby
On the evening of December 24, 1931, Edward and Julie Stewart were driving through the Arizona desert on their way to Phoenix when they heard a noise.
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German WWI Soldiers Took Unprecedented Actions After The Death Of A Special US Soldier
German soldiers paid their respects after the death of a U.S. soldier in World War I.
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Why Prince Andrew And Prince Harry Were Not Allowed To Salute During Queen Elizabeth's Funeral
Queen Elizabeth II's funeral was guided by strict protocol. Here's why Prince Andrew and Prince Harry were not allowed to salute during the funeral.
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Why It's So Difficult To Adopt A Black Cat During Halloween
Black cats have been associated with bad luck and bad omens for centuries.
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The Three Poisons In Buddhism Explained
Lists are helpful ways to organize information, even to understand the world, in science as well as philosophy. There are helpful lists to be found in Buddhism.
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Things American Presidents Were Buried With
Whether it's what they wore, items placed in their coffins, or even the coffins themselves, here are some of the things American presidents were buried with.
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Meet The First Dog Ever To Climb Mount Everest
Climbing Mount Everest is no easy feat, but in 2013 a former stray named Rupee became the first dog ever to climb Mount Everest.
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Elvis' Yacht Had Another Famous Owner Before The King Of Rock
Elvis Presley's yacht had another famous owner before the King of Rock bought the USS Potomac in 1964.
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There's A Reason Why Many Korean Folk Tales Open Their Stories With This Same Phrase
There's a reason why many Korean folk tales open their stories with this same phrase, and it's not one you'd necessarily equate with children's stories.
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The Origin Of The Windsor Royal Family Name Is Wilder Than You Think
The name Windsor is used by the British royal family, but it's an adopted name, and the origin is wilder than you think.
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The Possible Reason Orcas Are Attacking Sailboats
If you're of a certain age, the "Free Willy" movies might have given you a benign view of orcas. That might change if they're biting your sailboat.
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These Rare Byzantine Coins May Provide Proof Of A Massive Solar Event
A surprising discovery of rare Byzantine coins advances the notion that the cosmos and regular commerce previously intertwined. Here's the story.
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