The Poignant Question Mister Rogers Asked His Wife In His Final Days
When the end was drawing near for Mister Rogers, the man who liked us just the way we are, his spiritual musings culminated into a question he asked his wife.
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The Unexpected Connection The First Woman To Serve In Congress Has To Slavery
Though it's sometimes tempting to divide history up into distinct eras, the fact is the world's time line overlaps, with lives spanning events.
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Bob Dylan's Recording Debut Ended With Him Leaving After One Song
Bob Dylan's recording debut happened when he played harmonica on a song with a musical icon but it ended with him leaving after just that one song.
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More Than Half Of The Executions Set Through 2024 Will Happen In Just One State
The right of the state to kill an individual convicted of a crime is a heated debate in the U.S., especially in specific states employing the death penalty.
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The 1.5 Billion Year Old Discovery That Sat Deep In A Canadian Mine
The study of ancient, unearthed microbial communities is a fascinating one, as it helps paint a picture of how life developed and lived on the planet.
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Why Some Buddhist Monks Shave Their Heads
Back in the '60s, hair length, especially for men, was very much an issue loaded with symbolism. This wasn't the first time in history that hair had meaning.
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What We Know About Clint Eastwood's Philandering Past
Clint Eastwood seems to have had as many affairs as his body could handle.
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The Tragic 2014 Death Of Shirley Temple
In contrast to her squeaky-clean childhood film career, adult Shirley Temple had one particular habit that she tried valiantly to keep hidden from the cameras.
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Tragic Details About The Mamas And The Papas
The Mamas and the Papas put the "flower" in "flower power." But things were dark behind the scenes. These are some tragic details about The Mamas and the Papas.
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Some Primates Hold Onto Their Dead Infants For A Heartbreaking Reason
Scientists have observed several species of primates carrying around their deceased infants in what seems to be the animals' practice of grief.
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These Ancient Objects Are Some Of The Oldest In The Universe
Some objects in space make it seem as if dinosaurs were roaming around yesterday. These ancient objects are some of the oldest in the universe.
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What Radios Were Really Invented For
The radio remains a popular medium even today, but inventors who harnessed the power of radio waves did so for reasons other than entertainment and news.
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The Origin Of The Term Paparazzi
The word paparazzi evokes images of invasive photographers harassing celebrities. The word paparazzi itself is actually a nod to their obnoxiousness.
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The Great Lengths John McAfee Went Through To Avoid A Murder Charge
John McAfee was legendary in the world of computers. After he sold his company, however, the spotlight was focused on him for possibly criminal reasons.
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The Bizarre Story Behind The Death Of John McAfee's Neighbor In Belize
John McAfee lived an outlandish life, filled with remarkable achievement as well as accusations of scandalous, even criminal, behavior before his death in 2021.
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Who Created Pinocchio?
Pinocchio, the puppet who longed to become a human boy, is a beloved character of many a childhood. His roots extend to Italy in the 19th century.
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The Unexpectedly-Intact Cargo Found On A 375-Year-Old German Shipwreck
The waters of Earth have claimed millions of ships and boats of all sizes and nationalities. Every once in a while, a wreck is found and explored.
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Scientists Believe This Was The First Animal To Walk On Land
Joke all you want about which came first, the chicken or the egg? One "which was first" discussion perplexing scientists involves animals on land and sea.
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The Real Reason Molly Ringwald Was Fired From The Facts Of Life
Even successful performers have had to face an occasional career bump, including, perhaps, getting fired from a series before finally hitting the big time.
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Here's Who Inherited Doris Day's Money After She Died
Doris Day's bright smile, acting talent, and singing voice made her an icon of entertainment. Here is who inherited her money following her 2019 death.
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Winston Churchill's Hilarious Reaction To The Tank That Bears His Name
Winston Churchill was a tremendous force in English politics, especially during World War II. Part of his leadership was his rapid-fire, self-deprecating wit.
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Who Was Paul Tibbets, The Man Who Dropped The Atomic Bomb On Hiroshima?
World War II reached a devastating conclusion when the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan. Piloting the bomber was Paul Tibbets.
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The Truly Horrific Crime Scene Of Nicole Brown Simpson
The murder of Nicole Brown Simpson sparked an infamous car chase and murder trial that captivated the nation. This is what the crime scene looked like.
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Sandy Island: The Mysterious Place That Was On The Map But Never Actually Existed
Sandy Island was first notated by Captain James Cook during his many voyages of discovery. However, as it turns out, it may have never even actually existed.
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The Tragic Death Of James Coddington's Victim Albert Hale
James Coddington killed 73-year-old Albert Hale in his home in 1997.
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One Of Leonardo Da Vinci's Most Famous Drawings Has Been Fooling Us This Whole Time
The Vitruvian Man is one of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous works, but it may have been fooling us the whole time. Here's the story behind the Vitruvian Man.
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How Two British Astronomers Documented The First Transit Of Venus In 1639
In 1639, the transit of Venus was documented for the first time by two British astronomers, based on the work done by Johannes Kepler. Here's how they did it.
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