Why John Wayne Gacy Only Served 18 Months After Receiving A 10-Year Prison Sentence
When police began searching the Chicago home of John Wayne Gacy in 1978, the world had no idea what kind of carnage they were about to uncover.
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The Timeline Of Pam Hupp's Mother's Death
While two murders have been tied to Pam Hupp, there's an additional death that occurred under suspicious circumstances: the death of Hupp's mother.
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The Sad 2005 Death Of Basketball's First Superstar, George Mikan
Today the debate still rages: is Michael Jordan or LeBron James the greatest of all time? In the late 1940s and early '50s, there was little argument.
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The Creepy Tale Of The Omen Curse Will Leave You With Chills
Released in 1976, "The Omen" centers on an American diplomat (played by Gregory Peck) who believes his adoptive son, Damien, might be the antichrist.
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The Untold Truth Of Olympic Snowboarder Ayumu Hirano
Two major storylines came out of the men's snowboard halfpipe competition at the Beijing Games. One was the torch being passed from Shaun White to Ayumu Hirano.
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Why Larry King Filed For Bankruptcy
Larry King is one of the most legendary figures in broadcast history, but his career — like so many in broadcasting — wasn't always smooth sailing.
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When Was 911 Invented?
Calling 911 in an emergency is embedded in the mind of every American from preschool. The emergency number seems like it's always been there — but has it?
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How Many Victims Did 'Gorilla Man' Earle Nelson Have?
Known as the "Gorilla Man," Earle Nelson was a prolific serial killer and rapist born in 1897. He's considered the first 20th-century sex serial killer.
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Tragic Details Found In Elisa Lam's Autopsy Report
Canadian tourist Elisa Lam went missing while she was staying at the infamous Cecil Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. Here's what was found in her autopsy report.
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The Tragic True Story Behind The Purple Heart Battalion
World War II was one of the most traumatic events in modern world history. Here's the tragic true story behind the United States' Purple Heart Battalion.
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The True Story Of The Bombing Of United Airlines Flight 629
Within 11 minutes of departure, United Airlines Flight 629 crashed, killing all 39 people and five crew members on board.
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Here's How This Religious Sect Copied Adam And Eve's Lifestyle
The Adamites were a sect of 15th century Hussites who were convinced that God wanted them to strip off their clothes. If you're wondering why, read on.
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The Tragic Story Of The Murder Of Jeanne Van Calck
On a winter night in 1906, a shocking crime rocked Brussels — 8-year-old Jeanne Van Calck's murdered and dismembered body was found in a package.
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Canada's Most Dangerous Cities
Ironically, a majority of the most violent Canadian cities are situated in more remote areas, surrounded by breathtaking views and natural splendor.
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Fans Are Fuming About The Coin Toss At The Super Bowl
Before Super Bowl LVI kicked off between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Los Angeles Rams, tennis star Billie Jean King performed the ceremonial coin toss.
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How Louis Armstrong's Lips Were Affected By His Playing Style
Jazz pioneer Louis Armstrong gave it all in every performance of his career, which had a particularly gruesome effect on his lips.
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The Real Life Plant That Inspired The Mandrakes In Harry Potter
While much of what happens involving mandrakes in Harry Potter is purely fictional, the shrieking mandrakes of Hogwarts have their roots in a very real plant.
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How Green Victorian Dresses Killed Those Wearing Them
You might have heard the expression "knock 'em dead" related to fashion. Often, the meaning of this phrase is anything but literal, but there is one exception.
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Inside The North Korean Prison Case Of Otto Warmbier
The horrors that were inflicted on Otto Warmbier cannot be overstated, even as it's likely that the full extent of what was done to him will never be known.
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The Feud Between Two States And The Wright Brothers' First Flight Explained
North Carolina and Ohio, for their parts, each consider their state to be the "First in Flight" for adjacent but different reasons. Here's the story.
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This Is How Volcanic Eruptions Affect Your Body
How do volcanic eruptions affect you? It depends on how far away you are from the blast, but with a big enough eruption, everyone on Earth is affected.
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Who Is Paul Whelan, The Ex-Marine Left Behind In The Brittney Griner Swap?
In a two-way prisoner swap in December 2022, WNBA star Brittney Griner was released from a Russian penal colony in exchange for Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout.
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Dark Secrets Of The Flower Industry Revealed
Walk into any convenience, gas, or grocery store, and you'll be greeted by a gorgeous array of cut flowers. But this industry has some dark secrets.
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History Shows These Are The Diseases Most Preventable By Vaccinations
A huge chunk of medical advances — up there with surgical procedures, diagnostic tools, and disease therapy — is disease prevention and antibiotics.
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Why Is Marcus Aurelius Considered The Wisest Roman Emperor?
It's not too often that we can legitimately associate rulers with anything even approaching "wisdom." Enter Caesar Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus.
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America's Most Dangerous Highways
The United States has several highways that are treacherous to drive on due to outdated infrastructure, perilous road conditions, and heavy congestion.
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The Mysterious Man Of The Hole Explained
When colonizers first arrived in Brazil, there were around 2,000 distinct tribes in the area. Now, hundreds of years later, there are fewer than 700 tribes.
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