The Flying Machine Built By A Baptist Minister
Inspiration and creativity can come from all manner of sources. A minister set out to build a flying machine, based on his reading of the Old Testament.
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The Queen's Coffin Is In The Ballroom At Balmoral For A Significant Reason
Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8, 2022. Her coffin is in the ballroom at Balmoral for a significant reason. Let's take a look at what it is.
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Queen Elizabeth II Made An Interesting Cameo In A James Bond Skit For The 2012 Olympics
Her Majesty's willingness to engineer a laugh at her own expense was driven home in 2012, when London hosted that year's Summer Olympics. Let's take a look.
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Reggie Jackson's Response To The Queen's Death Lifts Spirits In The Most Unlikely Way
The 2022 death of Queen Elizabeth II sent shock waves across the Realm. Reggie Jackson's response to the queen's death lifts spirits in the most unlikely way.
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The Untold Truth Of Gwar
The band GWAR's music is often described as heavy metal, punk, or shock-rock -– but their live shows defy categorization.
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The Unique Way Richard Pryor Calmed His Nerves Before Performing Comedy
Richard Pryor was a groundbreaking standup comedian, writer, and actor. But even the greatest performers have to find a way to deal with nerves.
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The Tragic 2012 Death Of Jenni Rivera
Jenni Rivera is remembered for being the "Diva de La Banda'' and for singing about the struggles that women endure. Here's the story of her tragic death.
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The Unexpected Creature Caught On Film During A Rocket Launch
People travel from miles around in order to witness the launch of a space vehicle by NASA. One possible observer might have gotten more than it bargained for.
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King Charles Did Not Follow The Queen's Footsteps When Giving Out Titles
In his first address since the death of Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96, King Charles III did not follow the queen's footsteps when giving out titles.
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The Bizarre Mishap That Led To This Royal Coffin Tradition
With tradition handed down over centuries, monarchal funerals are solemn and highly ceremonial affairs. Here's one interesting tradition in the U.K.
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The Only American President Queen Elizabeth Never Met During Her Reign
Heads of state often interact with one another, often in person, both formally and informally. For Queen Elizabeth, one American president was the exception.
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Irish Twitter's Hilariously Morbid Reaction To The Queen Has The World Watching
When Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8, 2022, the world reacted, and heads of state oceans away sent their regards. Here's how Irish Twitter responded.
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Were The Queen And Elton John Actually Friends?
In the '70s, Elton John was invited to a dinner party at Windsor Castle, where he met members of the royal family, including Queen Elizabeth.
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Queen Elizabeth II's Most Notable Accomplishments
From her war effort to her embracing of modernization, here are Queen Elizabeth II's most notable accomplishments
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The Significant Details In The Gun Ceremony Marking The Death Of The Queen
The British Monarchy has a tradition of pomp and circumstance like none other, including the gun ceremony that marked Queen Elizabeth II's death.
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UK Soccer Fans Have An Unexpected Reaction Following Queen's Death
Several sporting events across the U.K. have been canceled due to the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Some soccer fans had an unexpected reaction to the news.
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What Was Henry Louis Wallace's Motive For Murder?
Every serial killer has unique motives, but many share a common thread of sexual deviancy or violence. What was Henry Louis Wallace's motive for murder?
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The Failure Of This Film Ended The New Hollywood Era Of Cinema
There was a time in Hollywood when directors were king -- and had the box office numbers to reinforce that authority. And then it all went south, badly.
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The Mystery Of The Only Cadet To Go Missing From West Point
In West Point's 200-plus years, only one cadet has gone missing: Richard Colvin Cox, whose disappearance triggered one of the largest manhunts in U.S. history.
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The Texas Ranch That Is Bigger Than The Entire State Of Rhode Island
Everything's bigger in Texas, or so they say. Truth of the matter is, however, some things Texan really do outmeasure their counterparts elsewhere.
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Frivolous Lawsuits That Weren't Actually That Frivolous
Tort laws are used to determine who's legally liable. Here are some of the most famous frivolous lawsuits that weren't actually that frivolous.
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Russia's Road Of Bones Is Even More Horrifying Than The Name Implies
Russia's Road of Bones is a stretch of remote highway in Russia with bodies buried underneath it. Here's why it's even more horrifying than it sounds.
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How Queen Elizabeth's Final Public Appearance Ushered In A New Era For The UK
On September 8, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96. Her dedication to duty was rarely more evident than during her last few days.
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The First Song Written By This Classic Musician May Have Built The Template For Death Metal
One of the key qualities that sets death metal apart from other genres of music is the singers' ability to work "death growls" into their vocal repertoires.
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The Clash's London Calling Had An Interesting Connection With Elvis Presley's Debut Album
The Clash were a punk rock band at their core, but their influences extended far beyond the world of 1970s rock. Here's how "London Calling" is tied to Elvis.
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Rod Stewart Sends A Message To The Royal Family In The Midst Of His Own Personal Loss
Singer Rod Stewart marked the death of Queen Elizabeth on Thursday, sending his condolences, as well as sharing why her passing was doubly devastating for him.
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How Many Animals Did Queen Elizabeth Own At The Time Of Her Death?
Queen Elizabeth II was known for her love of animals, most notably her royal dogs and her favorite breed, the corgi. Here's more on her other beloved pets.
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