What It Was Really Like Gambling In The Wild West
During the 1800s, gambling in the Wild West was quite different from today, with both rudimentary set-ups and luxury alike. Many games were similar to today's.
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The Tragic Final Post Of One Of The Murdered University Of Idaho Students
The University of Idaho and the city of Moscow are on edge after the inexplicable murders of four students. Here's the tragic final post of one victim.
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Was There A Real Frances Farmer?
"Frances Farmer Will Have Her Revenge on Seattle" is a sometimes overlooked song on Nirvana's "In Utero" album.
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The Big Die-Up: How The Winter Of 1887 Changed The U.S. Forever
The winter of 1887 didn't change this country because of an invasion or assassination — it changed everything because of greed in the cattle industry.
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What We Know So Far About The Colorado Springs Mass Shooting Suspect
On November 20, 2022, Colorado Springs police announced the name of the suspect in a deadly shooting the previous night at Club Q, an LGBTQ+ bar.
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What Is The Meaning Of Hanshi In Martial Arts?
It's fun to watch some dudes spin-kick the crap out of each other. But if you ever come across someone dubbed "hanshi," just give up immediately.
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Kurt Cobain Damaged His Body In Two Different Ways From Performing
An interview with Kurt Cobain gives readers an insight as to just how much his body was suffering from his art.
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Tom Petty's Estate Won't Back Down From Going After People Who Use His Music
Tom Petty's songs are used in a variety of circumstances, but Petty won't back down from going after people who use them illegally.
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Who Was Donald Trump's Grandmother, Elizabeth Christ Trump?
Former President Donald Trump comes from a lineage of strong business minds. His grandmother, Elizabeth Christ Trump, was no exception to this familial trait.
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The Vengeful Story Of The Worst Blowout In Football History
The biggest blowout in football history has an intriguing story of vengeance behind it. Here's how the massive blowout in 1916 came to be.
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The Tragic 1994 Death Of World Cup Star Andrés Escobar
Colombian soccer star Andrés Escobar was playing for his home country, Colombia, when he made a mistake on the pitch against the American team.
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What Steps Do Art Galleries Take To Ensure Priceless Paintings Are Protected?
Many galleries are bustling with patrons clambering their way to view the work of beloved artists. Here is what galleries do to protect their priceless artwork.
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How A 'Dad Joke' At The Grand Canyon Turned Into A Deadly Fall
The Grand Canyon is an awe-inspiring and majestic place that attracts visitors every year. However, one dad took a prank too far, falling to his death.
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Michael Jordan Isn't The Only Talented Athlete In His Family
Larry Jordan was also a keen basketball player, but he had the misfortune of having the greatest man to ever play the sport to compete with.
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Jason David Frank Broke A Guinness World Record With One Impressive Pine Board Feat
Jason David Frank once held the title for a world record.
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The Biggest Avalanches In History Ranked By Most Deadly
From Washington's notorious Wellington avalanche to a disaster that killed 70,000 people in Peru, here's a rundown of the deadliest avalanches in history.
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The First Movie Remakes Were A Lot Earlier Than You Think
It's very easy to point to remakes of beloved movies as proof of the lack of originality in Hollywood. But the first remakes were a lot earlier than you think.
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The Science Behind Why You Should Avoid Icicles And Snow
Icicles and snow are staples of winter, and many find them enchanting. However, you definitely shouldn't eat either due to this gross contaminant.
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The Story Behind The Beatles' Matching Suits
One of the most famous rock bands of all time, the Beatles were defined by their fashion almost as much as their music. Learn more about their signature suits.
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The London Symphony Orchestra Would Have Been On The Titanic If Not For A Last-Minute Change
The London Symphony Orchestra is one of the premier orchestras worldwide. However, it almost met a different fate in the tragedy that befell the RMS Titanic.
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How Women's Rights Vary Across The Middle East
In the Middle East many laws that concern women are often based on Sharia law and other religious codes, thus creating gender disaprity and a lack of rights.
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The Bobby Kennedy Assassination Theory That Would Change Everything
Robert F. Kennedy's assassination is odd and filled with strange holes that can't be easily explained, so it only follows that equally bizarre theories abound.
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How A Happy Accident Became What We Know As The Modern Teabag
Tea is quite possibly the most popular prepared beverage on Earth, with an astounding range of flavors and long history, but what about those little bags?
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A Centuries-Old Coin Could Change What We Know About European Contact With North America
A coin discovered in Canada could completely change what we know about European contact with North America. Here's the story behind the rare coin.
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Edith Bouvier Beale: The Eccentric Life Of Jackie Kennedy Onassis' Cousin
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis' cousin was once a socialite in her own right: Edith Bouvier Beale. Let's dive into Beale's eccentric life and how she found fame.
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The Science Behind The Songs That Get Stuck In Your Head
For whatever reason, it seems to happen to just about everybody: that one song, or even a snippet, that gets stuck in the brain and does not want to leave.
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Who Are Annie Lennox's Children?
Unsurprisingly, iconic '80s pop singer-songwriter Annie Lennox has very talented children of her own. Learn more about who they are and what they do.
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