COINTELPRO: The True Story Of The FBI's Illegal Projects
From 1956 to 1971, the FBI spied on and sabotaged scores of activists and organizations. This is the true story of COINTELPRO.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find George Mallory's Lost Camera
George Mallory attempted to climb Everest in 1921, but perished along with his camera. The camera, which may contain visual proof, was never found.
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Here's How Howard Hughes Made His Fortune During The Depression
The wealthy can be really weird people, and perhaps the prototypical eccentric millionaire was Howard Hughes.
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The Most Powerful And Fantastical Fictional Weapons In History
Any ambitious megalomaniac needs the right tools to conquer the universe -- tools such as the most powerful and fantastical fictional weapons in history.
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They Mysterious Death Of Aileen Conway Explained
Shortly after a burning car was found near Lawton, Oklahoma, the body of a female driver was removed from the wreckage and identified as Aileen Conway.
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Messed Up Things That Happened During The Great Schism
The Great Schism refers to the gradual divide between the churches in the West and East that resulted in separation of Roman Catholic and Orthodox religions.
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How Queen Elizabeth Really Felt About Princess Margaret's Husband
Princess Margaret's marriage to Antony Armstrong-Jones was controversial in the British Royal Family. Here's how Queen Elizabeth II really felt.
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The Real Reason You're Forbidden To Go To Parts Of The Cyprus Buffer Zone
Since 1974 parts of Cyprus have been closed to the public. Here is the real reason you're forbidden to go to parts of the Cyprus Buffer Zone.
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Royalty Who Dabbled In Witchcraft
For some historical royals, the lure of magic and the occult proved just too intriguing. Meet the royalty who dabbled in witchcraft.
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The Real Reason You're Forbidden To Go Into The Lascaux Cave
Visitors are forbidden from entering Lascaux Cave, due to the historically-significant cave paintings inside that date back tens of thousands of years.
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The Mysterious Death Of Debbie Wolfe Explained
In late 1985, local nurse Debbie Wolfe went missing. Later, her body was found and authorities ruled her death accidental, but her family thinks otherwise.
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The Untold Truth Of The Navajo Nation
The Diné, also known as the Navajo Nation, have a long history on the North American continent. This is the untold truth of the Navajo Nation.
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The History Of The Most Sacred Rocks In The World
Humans have had religious rituals for thousands of years, often involving rocks said to be holy. Here's the history of the most sacred rocks in the world.
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The Messed Up Truth About Richard Ramirez's Fangirls
Serial killer Richard Ramirez's 1989 trial was infamous for the plethora of fangirls who showed up to his hearings and offered their support.
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The Dark Truth Of The Undertaker's 'Satanic Cult'
Here's a rundown of the key moments of The Undertaker's Ministry of Darkness faction, a group many fans interpreted as a satanic cult.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find The Lost Second Temple Menorah
Indiana Jones isn't the only one looking for lost artifacts. One missing item of significant religious importance is the menorah of the Second Temple.
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The Tragic Death Of Nat King Cole Explained
Nat King Cole's star rose from his days as pianist in a jazz trio to the heights of success as a solo recording artist. Tragically, Cole died far too soon.
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The Tragic Murder Of Daniel Pearl Explained
Journalists -- noncombatant observers -- are too often casualties of the conflicts they seek to cover. That was the case of Daniel Pearl in 2002.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find The Lost Florentine Diamond
You'd think that something this large would be hard to lose track of, but the Florentine Diamond went missing some years ago, and stayed that way.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find The Legendary Treasure Of Lima
Pirates and their treasures, gold and jewels and coins galore. Some pirate treasure have been recovered. But the Treasure of Lima? Not so far.
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Secret Libraries Around The World
Though people often like to share knowledge, some libraries have managed to hold onto their secrets. Here's a list of secret libraries around the world.
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Tragic History Of The Minnesota Vikings
Since entering the National Football League in 1961, the Minnesota Vikings have been one of the most celebrated franchises in all of professional football.
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The Truth About The Deadliest Day In Human History
When it comes to the deadliest day in human history, one event stands out from the rest — the 16th-century tremor in the "Cradle of Chinese Civilization."
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The Swedish New Year's Year Walk Tradition Explained
New Year's traditions in Sweden involve reconnecting to nature and listening for messages. A "Year Walk" reveals what the year holds for you.
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A Brief History Of The Olympic Games That Never Happened
The Summer Olympics have been canceled or delayed four times, and the Winter Olympics twice. Here is the history behind the games that never happened.
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The Truth About Michelangelo's Relationship With The Pope
Some art is consigned to history's rubbish bin almost immediately. Centuries later, other works, like the Sistine Chapel frescoes, continue to speak.
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The Real Reason We Can't Find The Lost Library Of The Moscow Czars
Lost treasures have been fodder for storytelling since approximately forever. Jewels, precious art -- but what about an entire library that's gone missing?
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