How The Assassination Of 2 Colleagues Catapulted Dianne Feinstein's Career
Diane Feinstein was thinking of leaving politics, but the assassination of two of her colleagues in San Francisco ended up catapulting her political career.
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The History Of U.S. Government Shutdowns Explained
Government shutdowns are nothing new, so let's look at why they're a thing, why they're getting more severe, and just how they've changed over the past decades.
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The Horrific 2005 Murder Of Beauty Queen Nona Dirksmeyer
The horrific 2005 murder of beauty queen Nona Dirksmeyer has never been solved, though one suspect who was acquitted has a history of attacking women.
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What Is Muscular Christianity And What Do Followers Believe?
There are many approaches to Christianity, including the idea of Muscular Christianity that came about in the 19th century. Here's what followers believe.
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The Real Reason Many Gravestones Face East
Some ancient cultures buried their dead facing east, and though the reason behind the tradition has changed, many gravestones still face east today.
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How Many Senators Have Died While In Office?
It might not happen as often anymore, but United States senators sometimes die while in office. Here's how many have died in total as of 2023.
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US Senator Dianne Feinstein Dead At 90
California's longest-standing senator and one of the longest-standing women in U.S. congressional history, Dianne Feinstein, has died at age 90.
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How George Washington Picked The White House's Location
The White House is the iconic residence of the president of the United States. Here's how the first head of state, George Washington, picked its location.
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The 14 Presidents Who Served A Second Term
The United States of America has had 46 presidents since 1789, and most of them served only one four-year term. However, a select few won multiple elections.
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13 Best Westerns About Wyatt Earp Ranked
Here are the best onscreen portrayals of legendary lawman Wyatt Earp, ranked from worst to best.
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The Controversial Reason Myanmar Changed Its Name (& Why Some Still Call It Burma)
The Southeast Asian country known as Myanmar changed its name in 1989 after the Junta regime came to power. However, some still call it Burma. Here's why.
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12 Notable Figures Who Served On D-Day
While the majority of the combatants at D-Day were just brave, ordinary soldiers, there were also several famous people who fought right alongside them.
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The Mystery Of Hattie McDaniel's Missing Oscar Explained
Hattie McDaniel broke race barriers with her best supporting actress win for "Gone with the Wind." You'd think that her Oscar would be treasured.
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Who Is Mount Rushmore Named After?
Native American's had their own name for Mount Rushmore that translated to "Six Grandfathers." Here's how the rock formation got its current name.
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What Is The JFK Magic Bullet Theory?
After the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, theories swirled around the details of his death. Here's the magic bullet theory.
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The Real Story Behind The First Washington Monument
Most people are likely familiar with D.C.'s Washington Monument, but there is an earlier version. Here's the real story behind the first Washington monument.
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Why Do So Many People In The Book Of Genesis Have Long Lifespans?
In the Book of Genesis, several people are described as living to nearly 1,000 years old. Here's why so many Biblical characters had such long lifespans.
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What It's Like To Die By Boiling Execution
Being boiled to death sounds like an unimaginable fate, but it was a common method of execution in centuries past.
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Why Columbus Day And Indigenous Peoples' Day Are The Same Day
Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day commemorate a so-called conqueror and those he conquered, respectively. Here's why they're celebrated the same day.
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The Secret Service Code Names For JFK And His Family
The United States Secret Service gives code names to presidents and their family members. Here's how the agency referred to JFK and his loved ones.
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What Do The Terms 'Modernism' And 'Postmodernism' Actually Mean?
We hear the terms terms 'modernism' and 'postmodernism' thrown around a lot to describe various aspects of culture. Here's what those words actually mean.
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Whatever Happened To The Old Spice Guy?
Remember that Old Spice commercial from 2011? The official name for it was "The Man Your Man Could Smell Like." Here's what happened to the star.
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What Life Was Really Like For Roman Gladiators
Ancient sports were often bloody, and few are as infamous as the Roman gladiator contests. But for the gladiators, life wasn't all we may think it was.
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What The 2023 Elections Could Predict For The 2024 Presidential Election
Election seasons in the United States run significantly longer than in other countries, and many experts use previous elections to predict the next.
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Why LGBTQ+ History Month Is Celebrated In October
There are multiple reasons why LGBTQ+ History Month is celebrated in October. The first observance was in 1994, but its roots go back further than that.
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Why Is Washington DC Not A State?
Washington, D.C. remains under the jurisdiction of the United States Congress, to the dismay of many. Here's why it hasn't managed to achieve statehood.
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Why James Polk's Grave Site Has Moved So Many Times
Former U.S. president James K. Polk has had multiple grave sites following his death on June 15, 1849. Here's why his remains have moved around so much.
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