Why Charles Darwin's Father Was Disappointed In Him
Charles Darwin's was a 19th century scientist whose theories on evolution challenged the existing scientific and religious dogma.
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The Massive Number Of Wives King Solomon Had
King Solomon was a wealthy ancient king of Israel whose wisdom made him a key figure in the historical narrative of the Old Testament.
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The Tragic Life Of Mithridates, The Poison King
From his birth all the way until his death, accounts of Mithridates' life were filled with legends, prophesies, and folklore.
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The Truth About Malcolm X's Death
One of the most controversial civil rights activists ever, Malcolm X, was passionately vocal in his advocacy of Black rights.
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The Crazy True Story Of America's Stunt Girl Reporters
To help boost the eyebrow-lifting quotient in an era of yellow journalism, newspaper publishers often hired female reporters to go undercover.
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The Original Reason For The World Series Will Surprise You
The World Series restarted after 1900 when the American League was established; the AL won in 1903, proving a worthy rival to the established National League.
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The Flowers On Prince Philip's Coffin Have A Secret Meaning
Although many viewers probably didn't give it much thought, a poignant moment seen during the service was the flowers on Prince Philip's coffin.
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The Real Reason Prince Philip Apologized To Richard Nixon
A letter unearthed from the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum reveals Prince Philip agonized over a speech he made during a 1969 visit with President Nixon.
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Have Any Popes Ever Been Assassinated?
Though the position of the pope, i.e. head of the Catholic Church, comes with reverence and respect from most people, it also can attract jealousy and violence.
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The Truth About Queen Elizabeth's Lady-In-Waiting
When Prince Philip was laid to rest in St. George's Chapel on April 17, Queen Elizabeth was joined at the funeral by her personal assistant, a lady-in-waiting.
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The Truth About Prince Philip's Relationship With JFK Jr.
JFK Jr. had a couple meetings with Prince Philip as a young boy, and their meetings will break your heart.
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The Significance Of The Whistle Used During Prince Philip's Funeral
The whistle used at Prince Philip's funeral was a traditional observance honoring his service in the British Royal Navy.
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Here's Who Is Buried At St. George's With Prince Philip
Prince Philip was famous for his dislike of pomp, asking the Queen to "just stick me in the back of a Land Rover and drive me to Windsor." She granted his wish.
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This Is How Much Andy Warhol Was Worth When He Died
Andy Warhol wasn't always the wealthy, eccentric artistic icon who created work in the 1970s and '80s that can now rake in more than $100 million per painting.
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What It Was Really Like To Watch The First Space Launches
The space race was as exciting for everyday people as it was for scientists. Here's What it was really like to watch the first space launches.
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The Truth About The Pope's Plane
When it comes to transporting the pope, the so-called "PopeMobile" is usually what comes to mind, but did you know that there's a papal plane, too? Sort of.
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The Time Ronald Reagan Was Almost Assassinated
Queen Victoria isn't the only high-profile target to have survived a brush with death. Presidents have survived assassination attempts, including Ronald Reagan.
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Helen McCrory
British actress Helen McCrory has died of cancer at the far too young age of 52. Her husband, actor Damian Lewis, made the sad announcement via Twitter.
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The Dark History Of The Barbershop
Monks taught barbers the process of bloodletting, or cutting a vein to release blood in an effort to cure an ailment, a popular treatment for many conditions.
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What It Was Really Like To Attend The Imperial Ballet
Ballet and Imperial Russia are as entwined as dancers in a pas de deux, with famous ballets The Nutcracker and Swan Lake premiering in Russian theaters.
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The Untold Truth Of Tank Man From The Tiananmen Square Protests
In mid-1989, China was swept by protests, and anti-corruption demonstrators occupied Tiananmen Square. One protestor who stood off with tanks remains a mystery.
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The Mysterious Disappearance Of Oscar Zeta Acosta
A legend in his own lifetime and immortalized by Hunter S. Thompson, activist and writer Oscar Zeta Acosta vanished without a trace in 1974.
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Why The Royals Always Travel With Their Own Blood
The British royal family has numerous traditions and regulations that run their day-to-day lives, and that includes their medical care, at home and afield.
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The Internet Is Divided Over This SNL Actor Playing Joey Ramone
With the report that a Saturday Night Live cast member is set to play legendary punk Joey Ramone, the internet appears to be straight up split on the topic.
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Here's What The Final Dying Wishes Were For These American Presidents
All people desire something in their last days, and U.S. presidents are no exception. Here's what the final dying wishes were for these American presidents.
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The Reason Jane Seymour Was Henry VIII's Favorite Wife
Henry VIII had six wives during his reign as England's king from 1509 until his death in 1547, and Jane Seymour was likely his favorite.
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Why The Royal Family Can't Play Monopoly
Family game night can cause more conflict than togetherness. Monopoly spawned so much vitriol within Britain's Royal Family that Queen Elizabeth II banned it.
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