The Story Of Abraham Lincoln's Last Descendant, Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith
Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith was the great-grandson of Abraham Lincoln, and ended up being the former president's last descendant. Here's his story.
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Music Stars Who Died Penniless
A shocking number of musicians have gone from rags to riches and back to rags again. Some have clawed their way back to the top, but others weren't so lucky.
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The Inspiration Behind Billy Joel's We Didn't Start The Fire
Released in 1989, Billy Joel's hit "We Didn't Start the Fire" topped the charts and outlined major events for baby boomers. But there's more to it.
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Alan Arkin's Father Was A Victim Of The Red Scare For This Simple Reason
Actor Alan Arkin's father was a victim of the Red Scare in the 1950s, when fear of communism was at its height amid the Cold War. Here's why.
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What Happened To The Cast Of Happy Days?
"Happy Days" was one of the most beloved TV shows in the '70s, and many of the actors went on to highly successful careers.
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X Games Athletes Who Died Too Young
X Games athletes are prone to engaging in extremely risky behavior, and some have paid the ultimate price. Here are the X Games athletes who died too young.
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The Truly Horrific Crime Scene Of The Dorothy Stratten Murder
In 1980, Dorothy Stratten's rise to fame seemed almost certain. But her death at the hands of her estranged husband Paul Snider ended her Hollywood dreams.
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The Heart-Wrenching Death Of Alan Arkin
Alan Arkin, veteran movie and theater actor, has died. He is remembered for many roles, including his Oscar-winning turn in Little Miss Sunshine.
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OceanGate: 14 Facts About The Company With The Titanic Sub
OceanGate will forever live in infamy as the company that sent people to the Titanic on a sub, and to their deaths.
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Billionaires That Died In Tragic Accidents
Here's a look at billionaires from around the globe who died in tragic accidents -- sometimes in spite of their ultra-wealth, and sometimes because of it.
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How To Navigate Using The Sun If You're Lost In The Woods
Some folks are going to freak out if they can't get their favorite hemp milk with their latte, let alone if they lose track of their trail on a hike.
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What Does Mercury Do To The Body?
Though mercury was initially used for various dubious purposes, we now know that it's dangerous for consumption. Here's what it does to the body.
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What Really Makes Fireworks Different Colors
Fireworks have long been a spectacle during large celebrations and the bigger and brighter the better. Here's what really makes fireworks different colors.
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Why The Titanic Isn't Crushed
On April 15, 1912, the Titanic sank into the depths of the North Atlantic Ocean. So why hasn't it been crushed yet? Here's the science that explains it.
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The Wagner Group Military Mutiny Against Moscow Explained
The Wagner Group led by longtime Putin ally Yevgeny Prigozhin initiated a rare military mutiny against Moscow in June 2023. This is what happened.
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Glacier National Park Closes This Trail For A Terrifying Reason
Bear attacks can be deadly, and the Huckleberry Lookout Trail in Glacier National Park is notorious for its bear activity, resulting in annual closures.
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Tragic Stories About Tennessee Williams
Debonair southern gentlemen Tennessee Williams was without a doubt one of America's greatest playwrights; but his inspiration came from his own tragic life.
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Professional Athletes Who've Tragically Drowned
We think of professional athletes as being in top physical form, but even that's not enough to keep a person from tragically drowning in some circumstances.
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This Is How Geodes Get Their Colors
Crystals and geodes such have an attractive quality that a whole industry exists around them. Here's how geodes get those vibrant internal colors.
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Why Ancient Egyptians Would've Felt Right At Home Playing Dungeons & Dragons
Ancient Egyptians, who famously created the Pyramids at Giza, would've felt right at home playing Dungeons & Dragons. Don't believe it? Here's why.
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Can The Royal Family Get Drunk?
The British royal family has to follow plenty of rules that many might find unfamiliar or outdated, but what about alcohol? Can they get drunk?
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The East German Coffee Crisis Of The 1970s Explained
The East Germans could put up with a lot under socialism, but going without coffee was a red line. Here is the East German coffee crisis of the 1970s explained.
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The Last Thing Jackie Said To JFK Before He Died
After President John F. Kennedy was shot on November 22, 1963, his wife Jackie whispered some heartwrenching lasts words to him. Here's what she said.
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Scientists Finally Know What A Mysterious Object Next To The Titanic Really Is
The wreck of Titanic has fascinated people since its discovery in 1985. Now scientists have identified a mysterious object sitting just near Titanic's wreckage.
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Why It Took So Long To Find Julian Sands' Body
Actor Julian Sands disappeared in Janaury 2023 while hiking alone on Mount Baldy. His remains were found on June 24, 2023. Here's why it took so long.
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The Worst Crimes U.S. Presidents Have Been Accused Of
Public confidence in U.S. governance keeps ebbing, and presidential history offers a clue why. Here are the worst crimes U.S. presidents have been accused of.
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What We Know So Far About NASCAR Star Jimmie Johnson's Family Tragedy
NASCAR star Jimmie Johnson's in-laws and their grandson all died in a suspected murder-suicide. Here's what we know about the family tragedy so far.
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