Why The Terror Birds Went Extinct
Terror birds were once the most feared predator in South America, so how did they go extinct? There are a few different theories scientists have considered.
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Who Are The People On The Crew Of SpaceX's Mission To The Moon?
In 2018, SpaceX announced it would send a manned spacecraft to circle the moon, crewed by artists rather than scientists. Here are the selected crewmembers.
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The History Of The Argentinian Flag
Argentina's flag, like that of just about every other country in the world, is rife with historic and cultural symbolism. So what is its history?
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How Airplane Turbulence Can Cause Injuries
In a single flight on December 2022, 36 people on a flight were injured from severe turbulence.
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The Best History Books Of 2022
Here are some of the most fabulous history books in 2022, all of which were critically acclaimed by book reviewers and highly recommended by major outlets.
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Tragic Details About Lars Ulrich
Lars Ulrich of Metallica has experienced loss and adversity is his life and career, starting with a shattered athletic dream as a teen new to the United States.
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How A 1941 Noir Film Inspired A Name For An Atomic Bomb
An atomic bomb was named after a character in the movie "The Maltese Falcon."
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Why J. Robert Oppenheimer Leaving Cambridge Was The Best Thing That Could Happen For Him
J. Robert Oppenheimer has a complicated legacy. Now, for a detailed look into the scientist's extensive academic career, including his stint at Cambridge.
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Why Kyoto Was Spared From The Atomic Bomb, Leaving Nagasaki To Take Its Place
The Japanese city of Kyoto was spared from the atomic bomb, leaving Nagasaki to take its place at the last minute. Here's why.
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The Murky Details Of Octlantis, A City Built And Run By Octopuses
What do you think a city would look like if it was built and run by octopuses? Yes, those clever sea creatures with massive roving eyes and bulbous heads.
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The Naturalist Who Had A Relationship With A Dolphin
Margaret Howe Lovatt volunteered to study dolphins but ended up having something like a romantic relationship with a young male marine mammal.
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Why Science Says Taking A Selfie Is More Likely To Result In Death Than A Shark Attack
Taking a selfie is as common and mundane as it gets, but data shows selfie-taking has resulted in more deaths than shark attacks, skydiving, or bungee jumping.
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Kobe Bryant And Lionel Messi's Friendship Explained
American basketball star Kobe Bryant and Argentinian soccer legend Lionel Messi had more in common than you may think. Herre is their friendship, explained.
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Why Both Keith Richards And Queen Elizabeth Objected To Mick Jagger's Knighthood
Rolling Stone's guitarist Keith Richards and Queen Elizabeth II objected to Mick Jagger's 2003 knighthood. Both had their own reasons. Here's why.
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What Is Doxxing, And Why Is It So Dangerous?
Elon Musk suspended several journalists from Twitter, accusing them of doxxing him. But what is doxxing, and why is it so dangerous?
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Whitney Houston's Relationship With Her Father Explained
John Houston had a hand in Whitney Houston's career early on. After his daughter hit the big time, though, that success drove a wedge in the Houston family.
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Why Some People Believe The Hillside Strangler Is Also The Alphabet Killer
Though only a theory, certain details have led some people to believe that the killer behind the Alphabet Murders is actually one of the Hillside Stranglers.
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The Only Two US National Historic Landmarks That Can Move
When you think about National Historic Landmarks, you're probably thinking of something fixed, like maybe the carvings on Mount Rushmore. But there's more.
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Ray Ferritto's Motive For Murdering Mobster Danny Greene
In October 1977 Cleveland mob boss Danny "The Irishman" Greene was killed by a man named Ray Ferritto. The events are a wild tale of corruption and murder.
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The Most Dangerous Jobs On Dirty Jobs
Although "Dirty Jobs" is a fitting title, it would be accurate to call said jobs dangerous as well. These are the most dangerous jobs on "Dirty Jobs."
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Howard Dully Got A Lobotomy When He Was 12 Years Old And Has Spent His Life Telling The Story
Howard Dully shared the story of his lobotomy and his search for answers in a memoir.
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Discoveries In Egypt That Changed What We Know
There remains quite a lot to uncover about ancient Egypt and its people. Here are some discoveries in Egypt that changed what we know.
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What Dying Of Electricity Really Does To Your Body
No question but that electricity provides modern life with many, perhaps most, of its benefits, from heat to light to tech -- but there's a drawback, too.
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Paul McCartney And John Lennon's Connection To AC/DC
Paul McCartney and John Lennon of the Beatles have a very interesting connection to Australian rockers AC/DC. But what exactly is the nature of the connection?
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Why Are Rats And Mice The Animal Of Choice For Scientists?
Rats and mice are specifically bred in great numbers to function as research tools in modern laboratories seeking to ease humanity's various ills.
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Jonathan Moulton: The American Founder Who Outsmarted The Devil
Many individuals throughout history -- American and otherwise -- are referred to eventually as "legendary," though some accrue more legends than others.
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The Tragic Crash That Ended The Career Of Elvis' Guitarist, Hank Garland
While Hank Garland may not have the same recognition as many other rock guitarists, his influence on popular music is immeasurable. So what happened to him?
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