The Untold Truth Of The Eastern Orthodox Church
Who is the Eastern Orthodox Church? Where did they come from? And will they share their baklava with you (probably, if you're not a jerk about it)?
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The Mythology Of Hades Explained
Hades was the Greek god of the dead, and he ruled over the realm of the Underworld. Let's take a look at the mythology of Hades.
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What You Didn't Know About Pearl De Vere
Not much is known about the early years of Pearl de Vere's life, but she left an indelible mark on the town of Cripple Creek, Colorado during her later years.
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What You Might Not Know About China's Execution Vans Still Used Today
China's government has faced harsh criticism over rumors of unfair prosecutorial procedures and a brutal punishment system, including various executions.
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The Dark History Of Death By Impalement
With just a sharpened stake and a captive's soft, fleshy body, you've got the recipe for a grotesque, agonizing, and protracted death.
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How The Brazen Bull Became One History's Darkest Forms Of Torture
The brazen bull originates in Akragas, an ancient Greek colony on the coast of Sicily, where it was created to satisfy the city's tyrant, Phalaris.
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The CIA's Secret Torture Files Explained
The contents of a 2019 report on the horrors of the CIA torture program revealed that the "enhanced interrogations" were even more brutal than we thought.
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The Disturbing History Of Rats And Torture
It's no surprise that these long-tailed rodents have such a uniquely disturbing place in the history of torture.
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Here's Why You Wouldn't Survive Being A Prisoner In Alcatraz
The U.S. Penitentiary known as Alcatraz, the National Park Service reports, was a federal prison from 1934 to 1963 and held some of the most notorious criminals
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Here's What An Immaculate Inning Really Means In Baseball
Boston Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale is having quite a month. On August 26, 2021, Sale became only the second pitcher on record with three immaculate innings.
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The Mystery Surrounding Queen Elizabeth I's Rumored Love Triangle
She was called the Virgin Queen and was cast as a monarch who eschewed love in favor of giving her attention to the task of ruling England and Ireland.
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The Untold Truth Of Sirhan Sirhan
In the early morning hours of June 5, 1968, Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) was making his way through the kitchen of the Ambassador Hotel when he was fatally shot.
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The Mythology Of Hera Explained
Hera, queen of the gods and wife of Zeus, had a temper and a marriage that was far from perfect. This is the mythology of Hera explained.
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The Dark History Of Death By Gibbet
Fans of films set in medieval times, will recall one of the more common sights in such tales: skeletons encased in cages dangling in the air for all to see.
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Modern-Day Drugs That Were Once Used As Cough Medicine
Cocaine and heroin are among the many illicit drugs that may result in overdose. Just a century ago, though, they were used as ingredients in medicines.
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The Truth About Moses' Wife Zipporah
In the Bible, women are often praised when they are obedient but they sometimes disappear after giving birth or getting married. Not Moses' wife, Zipporah.
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Why George Washington's Second Term Was A Nightmare
Here are some of the challenges George Washington faced during his turbulent second term as president of the United States.
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The Mythology Of Apollo Explained
One of the most beloved ancient Greek gods was Apollo, often depicted as a handsome, strong young man. This is the mythology of Apollo explained.
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The Fascinating True Story Of The Boy Who Stayed Awake For 11 Days
In December 1963, two San Diego teenagers, Randy Gardner and Bruce McAllister, had been cooking up an idea for their high school science fair project.
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The Reason Some Are Convinced Jimmy Hoffa Is Still Alive
American labor leader Jimmy Hoffa disappeared without a trace in 1975. Or did he? Some conspiracy theorists harbor the unlikely notion that he's still alive.
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Things About Angels In The Bible You May Not Know
The truth of angels as told in Christian and Jewish scriptures is surprising. These are a few of the things about angels in the Bible that you may not know.
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The Most Mysterious Military Facilities In The US
You can't simply walk into a US military base. So when it comes to US military facilities, there are still some pretty mysterious ones out there, even today.
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The Historical Cruelty Of Andrew Stoney And Mary Bowes' Marriage
Before Mary Bowes could walk down the aisle with her soon-to-be second husband -- the father of her unborn child -- Andrew Stoney came into the picture.
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How Many People Died Because Of Charles Manson's Cult?
Charles Manson was a cult leader who perfectly exemplified that you can be an insanely destructive murderer without really getting your hands dirty.
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The Truth About Abigail In The Bible
Abigail is one of the seven female prophets in the Hebrew Bible, along with Sarah, Deborah, Miriam, Hannah, Esther, and Huldah.
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The Historical Cruelty Of Heloise And Abelard's Marriage
The story of Héloïse and Abelard, although renowned throughout the ages, is a tale that does not have a happy ending, for either protagonist.
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Things Most People Get Wrong About The Bible
The Bible continues to be an influential and controversial text. So it's no surprise there are common misconceptions of its material.
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