The Real Reason This Town Doesn't Have A Single Case Of Coronavirus
Here's how one town avoided the initial onset of the pandemic.
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The Mystery Of The Heirloom Seal Of The Realm
The Heirloom Seal of the Realm was crafted for use by China's first emperor following one of ancient China's most famous and mythologized periods.
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The Tragic Death Of The Tallest Man In The US, Igor Vovkovinskiy
Originally from Ukraine, Igor Vovkovinskiy, who was the tallest man in the United States, died in Minnesota on August 20, 2021, at 38 years old.
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The Real Reason Old Churches Have Stained Glass
No matter your opinion on Christianity, it's hard to deny the architectural and artistic beauty of old cathedrals. Here's why old churches have stained glass.
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What Life Was Like For Trappers In The Wild West
How was the life of the average trapper in the Wild West? In a word, short.
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Did The Viking Settlement At Norumbega Actually Exist?
One of the most legendary of these supposed Viking settlements in North America is called Norumbega. But did it actually exist? Let's take a look.
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The Vatican Is Home To This One Of A Kind ATM
The Vatican has at least one ATM, but what you may not know is that the Vatican's are unique to all of the world's other ATMs in one specific way.
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The Butter River Fire: Wisconsin's Dairy Disaster
Although petroleum spills are the oil spills that come to mind most readily, spills involving vegetable oils or animal fats have similarly disastrous effects.
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Things That Were Somehow Once Illegal
It's really amazing how many odd things were ruled illegal over the years.
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Here's How Much Postal Workers Really Get Paid
Neither rain, nor snow, nor gloom of night, stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds ...but how much do they get paid?
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The Real Meanings Behind These Slipknot Songs
Slipknot has a long history of rocking out with heavy tunes, but what do the songs actually mean?
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False Facts About Booze That Everyone Believes
Alcohol is pretty awesome, but there's a ton of boozy misconceptions and myths out there, so let's clear the air so we can get on with the drinking.
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Jean Doumanian's Brief And Tumultuous Takeover Of Saturday Night Live In 1980
Jean Doumanian, who briefly stepped in to produce "Saturday Night Live" during Lorne Michaels' absence, had a tumultuous period of leadership in 1980.
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The Tragic History Of Las Vegas
From the mob to the atomic bomb, here’s the tragic history of Las Vegas.
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The Origin Of The University Of Kansas Jayhawk Explained
The University of Kansas Jayhawk is more than just a cartoonish character based on a mythical bird.
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How The Ideas Of Original Intent And Original Meaning Impact The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has left many wondering how it could have happened. Originalism might be the key to how we got here today.
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The Story Of Mike Morse's Home Run Without A Bat
Michael Morse, who joined the MLB in 2005, once hit a home run without a bat. Here's how that seemingly impossible feat technically became reality.
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What Is The Doomsday Clock, Created By The Bulletin Of Atomic Scientists?
The hands of the Doomsday Clock, created by the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, were moved to 90 minutes until midnight in January 2023. Here's what that means.
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Scotty Bowers: The Erotic Fixer Of Golden Age Hollywood
Fixer Scotty Bowers was a part-time sex worker but would also arrange for sexual encounters between others for a nominal fee. Here's his story.
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Why George Randolph Scott Is One Of The Most Recognized Faces In Sports
George Randolph Scott is one of the most recognized faces in sports despite not being an athlete. Here's who he was, and why his face is famous.
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The Most Dangerous Neighborhoods In The World
Pockets of violence persist everywhere, from Latin America to the United States. Here is a breakdown of the most dangerous neighborhoods in the world.
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What Happens During A Near-Death Experience
Light at the end of a tunnel, dead relatives, and euphoria have been reported when one comes close to death. Here's what happens during a near-death experience.
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The True Story Of The Hermetic Order Of The Golden Dawn
In London in 1887, there began the formation of a secret society, known as the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn.
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Actors Who Were Almost Cast In Star Trek: The Next Generation
As it turns out, quite a few actors were almost cast in Star Trek: The Next Generation, like Wesley Snipes, Robin Williams, and Tom Hanks.
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The Worst Years In History According To Experts
The worst years in human history include 1314, 1492, and 1919. Volcanic eruptions and mass genocide are the makings for these exceptionally bad years.
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The Most Notorious Highwaymen In History
The armed robber of the roads, the highwayman historically struck unsuspecting travelers, stripped them of their possessions, and then disappeared in the night.
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