What Traveling Abroad In The 19th Century Was Really Like
In the 1800s, millions of people made trips overseas. From the dock to the destination, this is what traveling abroad in the 19th century was really like.
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The Strangest Places Donald Trump Stored Classified Documents
Donald Trump is facing federal charges for allegations around illegally held documents. Here are the strangest places he stored the classified materials.
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How Many Presidents And Vice Presidents Have Taken Classified Documents (That We Know Of)?
The Presidential Records Act of 1978 made it illegal to mishandle classified information, which is how former president Donald Trump was indicted in 2023.
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Why The Harlem Ballroom Scene Was Important To The Black And Latinx LGBTQ+ Community
The Harlem Ballroom Scene was and is important to the Black and Latinx LGBTQ+ community. Its cultural impact is also more ubiquitous than you may realize.
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Camp Lejeune's Water Contamination Fiasco Explained
A soldier's life is dangerous, but few expected the U.S. military to allow its own to be poisoned. Here is Camp Lejeune's water contamination fiasco explained.
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Kowloon Walled City: Once The Most Densely Populated Neighborhood On Earth
Kowloon Walled City was once the most densely populated neighborhood on Earth with 50,000 people in a single structure less on than 1/100th of a square mile.
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Writing Systems That Still Haven't Been Figured Out
People have been writing things down for thousands of years, and some ancient writing systems baffle experts. Here are a few that we still haven't figured out.
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This Is Who Lived In Buckingham Palace Before The Royal Family Bought It
Since the British monarchy has existed, Buckingham Palace in London has only been the official royal residence for a short time. Here's who lived in it before.
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Who Is Jack Smith, The Man Behind The Trump Investigation?
A federal grand jury indicted former president Donald Trump in June 2023. Who is Jack Smith, the man behind the probe?
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The Most Destructive Wildfires In History
When Smokey the Bear said that only you can prevent wildfires, he wasn't kidding.
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Assassinations That Changed The Course Of History
As people continue to disagree or wrong each other, and tensions reach their breaking point, prominent figures around the globe face violence.
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Pat Robertson's Controversial 1988 Bid For President
Pat Robertson, credited with the rise of the religious right in American politics, sought the 1988 nomination for president in the Republican Party.
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Ethel Kennedy Was Familiar With Tragedy Even Before The Assassination Of Her Husband
Ethel Kennedy married into a family that became a powerhouse in American politics, the Kennedys -- yet also a family that suffered incredible tragedy.
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How Long Can Wildfires Burn?
Every year we hear about massive ongoing wildfires burning somewhere on the planet, encroaching on populated areas. Here's how long they can burn.
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What You Can Expect If King Charles Dies Before Camilla
The rules of royalty can be confusing, especially for those no longer living under monarchy. Here's what will happen if King Charles dies before Camilla.
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What Is The British Trooping Of The Colour?
It's a safe bet that every country on Earth has its own public displays of spectacle and pageantry. Certainly the United Kingdom qualifies on that score.
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How High Does The Air Quality Index Go?
The U.S. Air Quality Index (AQI) has become more common metric in recent years, as yearly wildfires ravage forests across America. But how high does the AQI go?
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The Last Time A British Royal Testified In Court Was Over A Century Ago
The last time a British royal testified in court was over a century ago when heir to the throne Prince Albert Edward took the stand.
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The Deadliest Train Accidents In History
There have been hundreds of tragic railway accidents over the past two centuries. These are a few of the deadliest train wrecks in human history.
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What Happened To Napoleon's Son?
Napoléon Bonaparte is one of the most notable historical figures in the history of Western civilization. So what happened to his only legitimate child?
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The Messed Up World Of Andrew Tate
In 2022, Andrew Tate became one of the most searched names on Google, although the reasons were quite disturbing. Here is the messed up world of Andrew Tate.
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The 'Grim Reaper' From King Charles' Coronation Revealed
Did you spot it? Some viewers watching the coronation of King Charles III from home noticed a black-robed figure in the background at Westminster Abbey.
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The FBI Documents Detailing A Plot To Kill Queen Elizabeth In 1983 Explained
In 1983, the Federal Bureau of Investigation was working overtime to try and stop what the agency had deemed a credible threat to Queen Elizabeth's life.
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Who Is On Every U.S. Bill?
You probably know which American icons are featured on $1, $5, and $10 bills. But can you name the statesmen who graced $500, $1,000, and $10,000 bills?
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Why Nuns Wear Black
Nuns live according to three tenets and incorporate prayer, cooking, working, and more at specific times. So why do they wear black? Let's take a look.
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The Most Feared Men In The U.S.
American history is littered with the names of men who sowed terror throughout the nation. Here are some of the most feared men in the U.S.
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The Real Meaning Behind Puff The Magic Dragon
"Puff, the Magic Dragon," by Peter, Paul, and Mary is a '60s classic. But what's it actually about? Is it about smoking dope? Or is it a family-friendly tale?
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