The Dark Reason Early 20th-Century Dance Marathons Were So Popular
In the early 20th century, dance marathons were popular events - people would watch couples dance for as long as months. But there's a dark reason why.
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Musicians Who Were Never The Same After They Left Famous Bands
Quitting a famous group is always a major life change, but some artists find themselves on a dramatically different path after leaving their bandmates behind.
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The British Woman Who Sold Time For More Than 40 Years
Ruth Belville continued her family's unique tradition of selling the correct time to clients all over London for more than 40 years.
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How Movie Theaters Got People To Finally Embrace Air Conditioning
It might sound surprising, but the public did not fully embrace air conditioners at first - it took their integration into movie theaters to achieve this.
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Inside New Zealand's Quest To Exterminate All Rats
New Zealand is currently on a mission to exterminate its entire population of rats. Some think it's cruel, others think it's necessary. Here's why.
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The Real Reason Harry Truman Turned On Oppenheimer After WWII
After World War II, President Harry Truman turned on J. Robert Oppenheimer, who oversaw the creation of the atomic bomb. Here's what happened.
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The Jewel Thief: Empress Sisi's Gem From The Hulu Documentary, Explained
Hulu's documentary "The Jewel Thief" highlights the theft of the the Köchert Pearl and Diamond Star, or "Sisi's gem." This is the jewel's significance.
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The Dark And Tragic Reality Of White Tigers
White tigers are caused by a genetic mutation, and to produce them, people have resorted to cruel practices. Here's the dark and tragic reality of white tigers.
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People Who Actually Got Caught After Faking Their Deaths
Many have managed to escape their old life after a pretend death, but not all succeed. Here are some people who actually got caught after faking their deaths.
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Who Is Cary Grant's Only Daughter, Jennifer?
Legendary Hollwood actor Cary Grant had one daughter with actress Dyan Cannon. She went on to lead a life of impressive accomplishments just like her father.
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The Real Reason George Tickner Left Journey
Journey co-founder and rhythm guitarist George Tickner left the group in 1975, but why? There were a couple factors at play, but one was the main catalyst.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Lena Horne
Lena Horne was the first Black actor to sign a long-lasting contract with MGM, but her rise to fame wasn't easy. Here's Horne's tragic real-life story.
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Rock Guitarists Who Never Got Enough Credit
From the Grateful Dead's Bob Weir to longtime Tom Petty collaborator Mike Campbell, here are some rock guitarists who have not gotten the respect they deserved.
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13 Artifacts Recovered From The Titanic Wreck
At least 1,500 people perished in the sinking of the Titanic on April 14, 1912. Here are 13 artifacts recovered from the wreck that they left behind.
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Tragic Stories About John Travolta
John Travolta has accomplished a lot, but he's also been through a series of heartbreaking tragedies and difficulties. Here's the story of his life and career.
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What Happens To Kate Once Prince William Becomes King?
British royal protocol is centuries old and still dictates the roles of the monarchy. Here's what happens to Kate once Prince William becomes king.
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Whatever Happened To The ShamWow Guy?
Vince Offer, or the ShamWow Guy, certainly has an interesting past. Are ya followin' me, camera guy? Or more to the point, how about the police guy?
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History's Most Famous Traitors
The only thing worse than an enemy is an enemy who used to be your friend. But every traitor has a backstory, and some of those stories might surprise you.
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The Dark Secret Hiding Within This Blue Lava Volcano
In Indonesia a blue lava volcano attracts thousands of tourists but there is a dark secret hiding within the industry around the Kawah Ijen.
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The Untold Truth Of Manu Chao
Manu Chao is one of the most recognized musicians around the world, especially in Europe and Latin America. Here's the true story of his life and career.
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How The Illuminati Founder Leveraged Freemasonry To Start His Secret Society
German philosopher and professor Adam Weishaupt founded the Illuminati in 1776, and he leveraged Freemasonry to start his secret society. Here's the full story.
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Do Dogs Get Dementia?
The most common and recognizable form of dementia in humans is Alzheimer's disease. But can dogs get similar diseases? You might be surprised at the answer.
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Is The Radiation In Bananas Actually Dangerous?
Everyone is familiar with the dangers of discarded banana peels thanks to slapstick comedy but the radioactivity dangers of bananas aren't as well known.
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Tragic Stories Behind Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductions
Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a career highlight, but for these artists, the milestone was overshadowed by personal tragedy.
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The Best-Selling Barbie Of All Time Is From The '90s
Barbie is one of the most recognizable toy brands in the world, but did you know that the best-selling Barbie of all time is from the '90s? Guess which one.
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Where Is Disgraced American Ninja Warrior, Drew Drechsel, Now?
Drew Drechsel was a champion on "American Ninja Warrior" before allegations surfaced that he had sexual relations with a 15-year-old. Here's where he is now.
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The Biggest And Most Famous Hacks In History
Today, hacking is alarmingly common, with countless people becoming victims. From Reddit to Meta, here are some of the biggest and most famous hacks in history.
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