Where Did The Hells Angels Get Their Name?
The Hells Angels are a notorious and controversial motorcycle gang known for their sometimes illegal behavior, and they their name originates in WWII.
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The Untold Truth Of Paolo Gucci
The Gucci family name has been synonymous with wealth and high fashion for decades. One of the central figures in the family and business was Paolo Gucci.
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The Surprising Origin Of The Magic 8 Ball
Many among us have consulted the Magic 8 Ball for answers to our most random questions. Here is the surprising origin of the classic toy.
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The Truth About The Father Of Modern-Day Parapsychology
There are many people who believe they have experienced some form of paranormal encounter in their lifetime. So who is the father of modern-day parapsychology?
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The Truth About Pig Toilets In Ancient China
Pig toilets date back to ancient China but still exist today. This archaic form of toilet had pigs perform a duty that was may seem gross but served a purpose.
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The Wreck Of The Titanic Won't Last Forever. Here's Why
The Titanic famously sunk after crashing into an iceberg on its journey from the U.K. to the U.S., and now its wreckage is in danger of disappearing completely.
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Are Any Titanic Survivors Still Alive?
The infamous sinking of the Titanic ocean liner occurred more than 110 years ago, but the question remains: Are there any Titanic survivors still living today?
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The History Of The Oldest Surviving Geological Map Of The Ancient World
The Turin Papyrus Map dates back to the reign of Ramses IV and is the oldest geological map of its kind. Here's the history of this ancient artifact.
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The Truth Behind The Tiny Piece Of Art Left On The Moon
Even though science and art seem very different undertakings, sometimes they work together. Here's the truth behind the tiny piece of art left on the moon.
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The Mystery Behind Led Zeppelin's Hotel Robbery
Led Zeppelin have legendary status when it comes to rock 'n' roll antics. But one hazy morning, the band woke up to find over $200,000 mysteriously missing.
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What The Lincoln Memorial Dedication Ceremony Was Really Like
The Lincoln Memorial was first dedicated in 1922, with several famous attendees. Famously, however, one Black speaker was segregated from the rest.
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The Unusual-Looking Spider Named After David Bowie
A species of spider is named after David Bowie, in honor of the late musician and his impactful legacy. Here's the story behind the strange spider.
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How Salvador Dali Came To Design A Candy Wrapper
Salvador Dali is one of the most recognizable names in the surrealism art movement. But, as well as painting Dali collaborated in the world of candy making.
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What Really Happened During Princess Anne's Attempted Kidnapping?
Princess Anne was once the target of a kidnapping attempt outside Buckingham Palace, which resulted in several people wounded, and her eventual escape.
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The Real Reason Princess Diana Didn't Have An Open Casket Funeral
Princess Diana died tragically in a car accident in 1997 and didn't have an open casket funeral for a number of reasons.
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The Hollywood Legend Whose Age Is Still A Mystery
Once upon a time, it was considered bad manners to ask someone how old they are. Besides, 100 years ago, the answer could be a little on the fuzzy side.
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The Mystery Of The Taos Hum Of New Mexico
Picking up good vibrations is all very well and good, and maybe you like to hum that or another tune. But what if the hum you're hearing doesn't have a source?
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The Unsurprising Origin Of The Word Husband
History tells us that love and marriage may or may not go together like a horse and carriage. For that matter, what do husbands and wives have to do with it?
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What Are Lichtenberg Figures?
As advanced as technology seems these days, the plain fact is that there are still mysteries in the natural world -- and some of them can be fatal.
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Who Invented The Aquarium?
The aquarium, a structure for people fascinated by aquatic life, has its place in homes and waiting rooms worldwide, thanks to a French marine biologist.
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Ancient Greece Might Have Been More Colorful Than You Think
Perhaps the most common conception of the art of ancient civilizations -- Greeks, Romans -- is of unadorned, stark marble. Research now contradicts that idea.
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The Duties Of A Plague Bearer Were As Gross As You Thought
The bubonic plague wreaked havoc on human society, devastating populations in Asia and Europe. London was hard-hit, with tens of thousands dead.
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The Bloodiest Mutiny In British Naval History
Think "British Navy" and "mutiny" and "The Bounty" tags along, too. But the mutiny against Captain Bligh wasn't as awful as what happened on the Hermione.
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What Really Happened To Francisco Franco's Corpse?
Spanish dictator Francisco Franco died an old man in 1975. As with other dead dictators, people were divided about what to do with his body.
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Behind The Executions That Took Place At What Is Now England's Marble Arch
Located near Hyde Park, England's Marble Arch is a major landmark that draws in visitors and locals alike. But there's a dark history behind it.
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What Were Passover Celebrations In Nazi Germany Like?
Passover, one of the most important Jewish feasts, includes ancient symbols, rituals, and specific foods. How could it be celebrated during the Holocaust?
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Why Victorian Factories Were So Deadly
Factories were a deadly way of life in the Victorian era. And that was just one of the hardships facing workers.
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