Televangelists Who Were Anything But Holy
If you're looking for a celeb that's going to get hit with a scandal, you'd do alright perusing the ranks of televangelists. These televangelists were not holy.
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Why Harvard's Acceptance Rate Is So Low
Harvard is the oldest university in the U.S. and the most difficult to get into. Here's why the acceptance rate is so low, and what it takes to get in.
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Things About The American Revolutionary War Your History Class Ignored
While all students in the U.S learn about American history, some things that happened get ignored, like these aspects of the American Revolutionary War.
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This Is The Oldest Kingdom In The World
Throughout history, kings, queens, and kingdoms have come and gone. But it all had to start somewhere — with the oldest kingdom in the world.
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Royals Who Were Absolute Nightmares In Real Life
Throughout history, royals have often been portrayed as magnificent examples of the ruling elite, but in real life, many were absolute nightmares to be around.
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Things About These Infamous Wars That Don't Make Sense
Our history includes a long list of infamous wars, most of which are carefully recorded and studied. Even so, many have details that still don't make sense.
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Here's What Happens To Clothes On A Dead Person
We all die at some point, and that's when our body begins to decompose. But have you ever wondered what happens to the clothes on a dead person?
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Why Many Amish People Don't Actually Have Social Security Numbers
The Amish are known for forgoing many of the niceties of modern, technologically advanced life, and many of them don't actually have Social Security numbers.
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The Most Controversial Presidential Pardons
From George Washington all the way to today, U.S. presidents have exercised their powers with some of the craziest and most controversial presidential pardons.
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Why Texas Is Called The Lone Star State
You've probably heard that everything is bigger in Texas. You've also probably heard it called the "Lone Star State," and the nickname has a complex history.
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18 Most Bizarre Details Everyone Ignores About WWII
As the deadliest and most catastrophic war ever fought by humanity, it may be no surprise that everyone has largely ignored a few details about WWII.
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What's The Meaning Behind Trooping The Colour?
Trooping the Colour (aka the King's Birthday Parade) has been a British tradition for over 260 years, and there's a pretty specific meaning behind it all.
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Things That Don't Make Sense About The Fourth Of July
On July 4, America annually celebrates its Independence Day, but even the most patriotic American might find that some aspects of July Fourth don't make sense.
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Things About The Pearl Harbor Attack That Don't Make Sense
The 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor brought the U.S. into World War II, but as well known as it is, there are some things about it that don't make sense.
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What Does The Gun Salute During Trooping The Colour Mean?
Trooping the Colour is the military parade the celebrates the birthday of the British Sovereign, and you might be wondering what the gun salute means.
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Weird Things People Ignore About Davy Crockett
Davy Crockett is a legendary American figure. He shows up several times in pivotal times in history, but here are weird things people ignore about him.
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How The Mastodon Became Indiana's State Fossil
On July 1, 2022, the extinct mastodon officially became Indiana's state fossil, making history for both the region and its scientific research.
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The Real Reason Motorcyclists Rev Their Engines At Stoplights
At some point, you've probably heard a motorcycle revving its engine while at a stoplight. There are a couple of reasons why they might be doing this.
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Legendary Stars Who Were Actually Horrible People
A select few have managed to earn celebrity status for all the right reasons, but some legendary stars have turned out to actually be horrible people.
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Things About World War II That Don't Make Sense
One of humanity's worst conflicts, World War II, has been documented and examined for decades. Yet, there are some facts that still don't make sense.
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The Truth About Trump And The Military Parade On His Birthday
In the U.S., military parades typically do not honor presidents, but in 2025, a military parade is slated to happen on Donald Trump's birthday.
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Stories From History That Ignore The Real Hero
Countless pivotal events in history have shaped the world today, and while you may be familiar with them, many ignore the real heroes behind the stories.
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The Meaning Of Pennsylvania's State Flag Explained
Pennsylvania is one of the 13 original colonies and it has a lot of historical importance, but it didn't have a state flag until 1907. Here's an explainer.
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What Does ICE Stand For?
You've probably heard the acronym "ICE" thrown around in news related to the United States, and maybe you even wondered what, exactly, it stands for.
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How Archeologists Discovered An Ancient Road Underneath The Mediterranean Sea
In 2021, archeologists discovered an ancient road underneath the Mediterranean's Adriatic Sea that looks to be from an old civilization many years ago.
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If You See A Motorcyclist Point Their Thumb Toward Their Helmet, Here's What It Means
If you'ev ever been on the road, you might have seen motorcyclists doing signals to each, including pointing their thumb toward their mouth.
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The Rare Quarter That Could Make You A Millionaire
Most people would love to come across their ticket to being a millionaire, and there's actually a rare quarter that could be your ticket to wealth.
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