How A Piece Of Tape Led To The Arrest Of The Watergate Burglars
Every so often, shifts in history occur because of something seemingly tiny -- remotely important at the time. Like a piece of tape over a lock. And another.
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The Mysterious Death Of Trailblazing Chemist Alice Ball
Alice Ball was an accomplished research chemist at a remarkably young age. She was academically gifted, advancing treatment of Hansen's disease -- leprosy.
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Inside Nostradamus' Surprising Medical School History
Mention the name Nostradamus, and you probably conjure images of some kind of prophet or astrologer. His academic background, however, was in medicine.
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The Secret History Of London's Lost Rivers
The River Thames is London's most well-known river, but there are several "lost" rivers lying beneath the city's surface. This is their secret history.
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Where Did The Comedy Gag Of Slipping On A Banana Peel Come From?
The visual gaffe of a person slipping on a banana peel has become ubiquitous in entertainment culture. But what's the story behind this comedy staple?
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The Oldest Bars In The World
People have been drinking since the dawn of man, and we found proof. Here are some of the oldest bars around the world that are proud of their age.
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Inside Pope Paul VI's Apollo 11 Moon Landing Message
Many people have at least a passing interest in space travel -- the real space travel, not science fiction. Numbered among them? Pope Paul VI.
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The Japanese Soldiers Who Kept Fighting World War II
Many types of individuals answer their nation's call to take up arms. Some fight as little as possible; some become thoroughly committed to the cause.
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The Weirdest Ways People Have Tried To Tell The Future
There's no way to tell what the future holds, but that hasn't stopped people from trying. Here are the weirdest ways people have tried to tell the future.
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The Untold Truth Of Historically Black Colleges And Universities
Historically Black Colleges and Universities are seen as one of the significant accomplishments in African American history within the United States.
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Does Women And Children First Still Apply When Boarding Lifeboats?
The seafaring code of "women and children first" has been culturally ingrained writ large, partly thanks to movies like "Titanic." But is it still a thing?
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The Biggest Theories About The Meaning Of Sacagawea's Name
The young Native American mother who accompanied the Lewis and Clark Expedition is a bit of a mystery in history. There are even questions about her real name.
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Nearly A Third Of London Watched This Famous Execution
Throughout history, many a criminal has become a figure of public fascination -- Al Capone and Butch Cassidy in the U.S., and Jack Sheppard in the U.K.
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The Origin Of Using Champagne To Christen Ships
Humans have been sailing for millennia, likely tens of thousands of years before we started writing things down. So why is champagne used to christen ships?
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The Best Theories About How Mark Twain Got His Name
Mark Twain is one of the most famous American authors of all time, but his name is actually just a pen name. Here's how Mark Twain got his name.
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The Magician Who Managed To Rob Jimmy Carter's Secret Service Detail
Some might call Apollo Robbins a master of sleight of hand. Others might call him a pickpocket. Which one was he when he robbed Jimmy Carter's security team?
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What Is The History Behind The Seasonal Holiday Of May Day?
Allergies aside, the arrival of spring is generally a welcome occasion in many parts of the world. For many, that means marking May Day as a special holiday.
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The Truth About President Taft's Special Seats At Yale
William Howard Taft was a Yale alumnus before he served as the 27th president. He seemed very happy to return to the school when he left the White House.
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Things You Can't Buy In North Korea
You can't buy these Western comforts in North Korea, so don't even try.
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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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