The Meaning Of The New York State Flag Explained
New York's state flag depicts Liberty and Justice standing on either side of the Hudson River, with a shield, globe, and eagle also in the design.
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What TSA Body Scanners Really See Probably Isn't What You Think
If you've traveled on a plane recently, you've probably had to go through a TSA body scanners. And you might have wondered what it actually sees.
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'80s Musicians We Completely Forgot About
Even a decade's most popular performers can fade into obscurity as the years pass. Here are some musicians from the 1980s you might have forgotten about.
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Here's Why There Are Only 7 Wonders Of The World
Have you ever wondered why there are only seven wonders of the world? Well, if we go back in time — way back — we find the reason for this number.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Alice In Chains
Alice in Chains was the first band to bring grunge into the mainstream. But despite their considerable fame and fortune, they had their share of disasters.
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What The Final Year Of Janis Joplin's Life Was Like
Janis Joplin's tragic death in 1970 added another name to the infamous "27 Club." The final year of her life was as busy as you'd expect for a rock star.
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The Untold Truth Of Alice In Chains
Seattle rock band Alice in Chains is best known for its album Dirt and the death of front man Layne Staley. This is the untold truth of Alice in Chains.
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This Is The Greatest Song Of All Time, According To Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan is a legendary songwriter who needs no introduction, so when he calls a song the greatest of all time, many people are going to take notice.
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Why There Will Never Be Another Rock Star Like Mick Jagger
Front man of the ludicrously famous Rolling Stones, Mick Jagger has been a household name for eons, and there likely will never be another rock star like him..
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Bizarre Rules The Pope Has To Follow
A pope is one of the most powerful figures in the world -- but even they must follow certain expectations when signing up for the job.
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The Tragic Injury Harriet Tubman Never Recovered From
Harriet Tubman is best known for helping enslaved people escape to freedom via the Underground Railroad, and she did so while suffering from a tragic injury.
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Grant Imahara's Most Dangerous Moments On MythBusters
Grant Imahara and the cast of MythBusters did a lot of potentially dangerous things on the show. Here's a look at some of Imahara's closest calls.
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Headlines From The Onion That Later Came True
Whether it's staffed with notable seers or just has good concepts of cultural trends, The Onion managed to predict the future on numerous occasions.
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The Record For Slowest Jet Ever Made Goes To This Aircraft
Jets are built for speed. That's kind of the whole point. Yet, out of necessity, the slowest jet ever was created. The record goes to this aircraft.
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12 Times Tons Of Money Were Dumped In Public
Over the years, there have been many incidents of money being unintentionally dumped in public. In some cases, people even got to keep what they snatched up.
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The Meaning Of An Upside-Down Flag Explained
There are many rules around how to handle and position American Flags, but a court case determined that an upside-down flag is allowed. Here's what it means.
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How Many Egyptian Pharaohs Were Women?
Egypt had plenty of pharaohs over its roughly 3,000-year history, and though you might not have guessed, a not insignificant number of them were women.
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Here Are The 2 Richest Members Of ABBA
Hailing from Sweden, ABBA became one of the most successful musical groups in pop history. They've all done well, but these are the two richest members.
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11 Battles That The Allies Actually Lost During WWII
Before key Allied victories turned the tide of World War II in 1942 and '43, the war was going badly for the Allies. Here are some important battles they lost.
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What Do Those Letters And Numbers On Military Aircraft Mean?
We are so accustomed to numbers and letters on military aircraft that we may not even really think about it, but there is a whole system behind what they mean.
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Why Does Maple Syrup Have Tiny Handles?
If you've ever seen a bottle of maple syrup, you might have noticed those tiny, seemingly useless handles. Maybe you even wondered: "What's the point?"
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Why You Should Never Ignore A Helmet On The Ground Behind A Motorcycle
If you're ever on the road and see a helmet on the ground behind a motorcycle, don't ignore it — it has a very particular meaning.
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What Does It Mean When TSA Yells Bravo?
The next time you're at the airport, keep in ear out for a particular word — it's a Transportation Security Administration code you never want to hear.
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Things That Came Out About One-Hit Wonders After They Died
By definition, one-hit wonders usually don't have much time in the spotlight, so we often learn surprising things about them after they die.
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How Deep Purple Earned The Record For The Loudest Band In The World
Legendary rock group Deep Purple once really liked to play loud — so loud that they actually earned the record for the loudest band in the world.
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Why Townspeople Once Tore The Roof Off Of A Palace During A Papal Conclave
Years ago, during a papal enclave, a gathering of cardinals to elect a new pope, townspeople tore off the roof of a palace. And it made history.
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'80s Stars Who Died In Bizarre Ways
Sadly, many of the numerous stars that the iconic decade of the 1980s produced are no longer with us, and some of them died in tragically bizarre ways.
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