Why Do We Say Steal My Thunder?
English has been around in one form or another for two millenniums. Over time certain phrases have become common parlance including "steal my thunder."
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The Biggest Theories On Why Countries Drive On Different Sides Of The Road
Different countries drive on either the left or right side of the road. However, this choice either evolved over time or was a snap judgment by governments.
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This Is Why US Presidents Can Only Serve Two Terms
Part of the motivation behind the American Revolution was putting aside a hereditary monarch. We would elect our national leader. But how often?
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What Happens When You Sleep After A Head Injury?
Comedian and actor Bob Saget's sudden death happened while he slept after a head injury. Here's what you need to know about when you sleep after a head injury?
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Where Did The Phrase The Cat's Pajamas Come From?
The term "the cat's pajamas" usually refers to something good. But, the term may have a19th century origin which led to common parlance in the 1920s.
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Obscene Vs Profane Vs Vulgar: What's The Difference?
Of course words matter, whether spoken, written, or communicated in some other fashion. Some words mean more than others, and are not interchangeable.
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The History Of Indigenous Facial Tattoos Explained
Face tattoos are more common than they've been in recent memory, but they'r not new. Here is the history of Indigenous facial tattoos explained.
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Is Chickenpox Named After Chickens?
Chickenpox is a condition that afflicts many children, but It's not named after chickens. It's actually a reference to the disease's severity.
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The Quirky Item George H.W. Bush Was Reportedly Wearing When He Was Buried
When the time came for George H.W. Bush's funeral in December of 2018, it's no wonder that his family chose something special for that day.
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The Mullet Hairstyle Is Older Than You Think
The mullet hairstyle has become an iconic staple of the 80s, but the style actually dates way back to the Roman Empire, per a 6th-century Roman historian.
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The Deadliest Crowd Surges In History
rowds can be a dangerous thing — especially when crowd surges happen. Here are some of the deadliest crowd surges in history.
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What Does It Mean When Something Is Duty Free?
We've all passed through the duty free section in an airport, but what does duty free actually mean, and is it worth it to buy duty-free goods?
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The Tragic Sinking Of The Bonhomme Richard Explained
When Captain John Paul Jones and his crew set sail from France in 1779, they could have never known the harrowing journey they were beginning.
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The Myth Of The Furies Explained
The Furies would transform the guilty into the victim, and serve up a healthy helping of vengeance instead of justice. Here's the myth of the Furies explained.
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Terrifying Real-Life Examples Of Death By GPS
These days, we rely on GPS to get us where we are going, but GPS can lead us astray. Here are terrifying real-life examples of death by GPS.
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Why Was Bleeding Kansas So Important?
"Bleeding Kansas" refers to the period when anti-slavery and pro-slavery settlers came to Kansas to battle for the state's soul, forecasting the Civil War.
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The Truth About The Longest Beard In History
Hans Langseth was named the man who had the longest beard in 1922, and he still holds the record to this day.
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What Are Portugal's Ancient Stone Circles?
When we think of circles of stones -- really, really big stones -- we often think of Stonehenge in England. But there are other impressive stone circles, too.
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Famous Artifacts Countries Want Back
It's estimated that as many as 90% of the artifacts displayed in museums got there through shady means. Here are some famous artifacts countries want back.
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The True Stories Behind These Strange And Mysterious Artifacts
All ancient artifacts, even the most mysterious ones, are grounded in history and science. Here are the true stories behind these strange artifacts.
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The Unsolved Mystery Of The Thames Torso Murders
In 1873, a mysterious murderer began targeting women across England. Over more than 15 years, the killer left chilling evidence of his crimes.
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The Disturbing Story Of The Cold War's 'Lavender Scare'
Targeting one segment of the population, pitting it against another, is a common political tactic. One of those government targets was the LGBTQ+ community.
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What Are Dance Cards And Why Don't We Use Them Anymore?
You may have heard the expression, "my dance card is full", but what are dance cards and why don't we use them anymore?
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The History Of Christmas Cookie Swaps Explained
Just about everybody loves a cookie. Making, exchanging, and consuming the sweet treat is part of the holidays. But where do cookie swaps originate?
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The Truth About The Most Remote Island In The World
If you ever want to get away from it all (and not just go to that one town where cell phones are illegal), you should consider looking into moving to one of the most remote inhabited islands in the world. Unfortunately, it's not one of those remote places that'll pay you to live there, but hey.
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Why Lawrence Of Arabia Was Kicked Out Of The Royal Air Force
Calling Lowell Thomas a "vulgar man," Lawrence claimed he didn't like the fame and would later say that he'd been tricked into being filmed and photographed.
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Why Is It Called The Adam's Apple?
Even man has an Adam's apple, but where does the term come from? It actually has roots in the Bible, and in the story of Adam and Eve biting the aple.
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