These Famous Books Were Inspired By Dreams
You've almost certainly had this happen: you wake up from a fascinating dream, excited to tell someone or write it down, only for it to fade from your mind.
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Here's Why You Keep Hearing The Word Oblast
"Oblast" is a Soviet term stemming from the USSR's relatively brief but immense in its geopolitical impact — 70-year rule from 1921-1991. What does it mean?
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When Was Coca-Cola Invented?
Coca-Cola has been a part of the fabric of global refreshment for well over 100 years. Its popularity continues, years after its humble beginnings in Atlanta.
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Which Presidents Are Really Honored On Presidents' Day?
Presidents' Day is celebrated on the third Monday in February. But, its origin story has its roots in a congressional intervention of a previous holiday.
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How Did September Get Its Name?
It's no secret that different civilizations have employed various ways to mark the passage of the days. One way of organizing time is by naming months.
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The Bizzare Story Of The Lost Children Of The Alleghenies
Joseph and George Cox -- known as the Lost Children of the Alleghenies -- were two boys who went missing and were found dead in the Allegheny Mountains in 1856.
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Who Is Craig From Craigslist?
Craigslist is an internationally renowned forum for everything from houses to holidays. But, the Craig behind Craigslist had humble beginnings in a small town.
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What Happened To Silly String?
For as long as anyone can remember, it's been de rigueur to celebrate an accomplishment by launching something into the air. Enter Silly String.
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Incredible Archaeological Finds That Changed Everything
From hidden cities to mysterious mazes, these incredible archaeological finds changed everything.
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Ideas That Changed The Course Of Humanity
These odd ideas completely changed the course of humanity. Just think where we'd be without these basics.
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False Things About Greek Mythology You've Been Believing
If you're like most people, you probably believe these things about Greek mythology.
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What Happened To Crystal Pepsi?
The beverage industry is always looking to entice consumers with the freshest options and drive the conversation in popular culture. Enter Crystal Pepsi.
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13 Things You Should Never Do In Mexico
The golden rule of tourism is this: Don't be obnoxious. If you're traveling to Mexico from the U.S., you'll want to watch out for some common pitfalls.
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Where Did The Saying Loose Lips Sink Ships Come From?
The phrase "loose lips sink ships" is commonplace in the English vernacular, but where does it come from? Turns out, it has roots in World War II propaganda.
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The Truth About The Woman Who Raised Osama Bin Laden
Before Osama Bin Laden became a criminal mastermind, he was a kid growing up in Saudi Arabia. Here's the truth about the woman who raised him.
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Why Did Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs Wear Fake Beards?
Egyptian pharaohs are usually depicted with fake beards, and that's because they actually wore them for ceremonial purposes. Here's why they wore fake beards.
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What Happened To Silly Putty?
When it comes to amazing goo that provides hours of entertainment, there isn't anything quite like Silly Putty. It's not a typical toy but you can play with it.
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What Happened To Matchbox Cars?
Matchbox cars have been a part of peoples' childhoods for decades. It seems as though there's a common childhood memory of having collections of die-cast cars.
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What Happened To Play-Doh?
What's truly amazing about Play-Doh is the fact that it was invented for an entirely different, decidedly utilitarian purpose. So where is this product now?
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What Happened To The Teddy Ruxpin Toy?
No '80s childhood would have been complete without the presence of a Teddy Ruxpin. So what happened to this toy? Let's take a look back in history.
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Why Is Y Sometimes Used As A Vowel?
We all know that the letter Y is "sometimes" a vowel, but why? Here's when Y is supposed to be used as a vowel, and when it's used as a consonant.
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What Is Vaisakhi And Why Is It Celebrated?
Guru Gobind Singh, chose the date of Vaisakhi to establish the Khalsa — the collective term Sikhs use for any member of the faith who is baptized.
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What Happened To Jelly Sandals?
If you grew up in the '80s or '90s, then you remember jelly sandals. These bright, translucent, often sparkly shoes were once the height of playground fashion.
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This Is How Much Money Volodymyr Zelensky Is Actually Worth
Volodymyr Zelensky is the president of Ukraine, a comedian, and a media production businessman. This is how much money Volodymyr Zelensky is actually worth.
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The History Of Jigsaw Puzzles, Assembled
There are people who love them, almost to the point of obsession. Others can take them or leave them alone. Either way, we all know jigsaw puzzles.
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Disturbing Details About Julius Caesar's Death
All of history is filled with stories of individuals who had lasting impact on the fate of a nation. Few had the impact, in life and death, of Julius Caesar.
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Why Do Coupons Say They Are Worth 1/100th Of A Cent?
There are those who are zealous readers and clippers of coupons, and those who shrug and keep shopping. Coupons vary in value -- including fractions of a cent.
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