Brittney Griner's Sentencing In A Russian Court Explained
A Russian court has found Brittney Griner guilty of smuggling drugs, and the basketball star has been sentenced to nine years in prison.
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This Was The IRA's Only Attack On U.S. Soil
The shooting of Irish immigrant Patrick Joseph "Cruxy" O'Connor in 1922 represents the only Irish Republican Army (IRA) attack to occur in the United States.
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The Real Reason NASA-Branded Clothes Are Everywhere Now
NASA has been captivating people all over the world for more than six decades. Here's the real reason NASA-branded clothes are everywhere now.
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Inside The Life Of Muhammad Ali's First Wife, Sonji Roi
Muhammad Ali's first wife, Sonji Roi, was an independent woman who refused to conform to Islam. Their marriage was short-lived. Here's a look inside her life.
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Who Experts Think Could Become The New Leader Of Al-Qaeda
International organizations, no matter their purpose, require leadership of some kind. Analysts now speculate about future leadership of al-Qaeda.
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Whatever Happened To Ted Bundy Survivor Carol DaRonch?
Ted Bundy's murderous crime spree left at least 30 women dead in five states from 1974 until he was captured in 1978. What happened to survivor Carol DaRonch?
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The Untold Truth Of Mr. Snuffleupagus
Snuffleupagus. Can you pronounce it? Can you even spell it? Aloysius Snuffleupagus became Big Bird's BFF in Season 3 of "Sesame Street." Here's his story.
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How Brittney Griner's Verdict Has Brutally Divided Social Media
A Russian court handed WNBA star Brittney Griner a nine-year prison sentence. World reaction was swift, including a crowd of people utilizing social media.
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Why Golf Pros Like Phil Mickelson Are Fighting A Ban To Compete In The PGA Tour
Competition is an intrinsic part of organized sports, especially on the professional level. But the prospect of a rival athletic organization can raise hackles.
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If A Congressperson Dies In Office Their House Seat Is Harder To Fill Than You Realize
When a congressperson dies in office, the act of replacing them is more complicated than you might think. Here's how hard it is to fill a vacated House seat.
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Why A Soccer Team Once Purposefully Scored On Themselves 149 Times
In soccer, an own goal is one of the most humiliating mistakes a player can make. Here's why a soccer team once purposefully scored on themselves 149 times.
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How MGM Resorts Continue To Dominate Almost Every Other Vegas Casino In 2022
MGM Resorts lead other Vegas casinos in terms of foot traffic — here's why.
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How Priceless Artifacts From A 350-Year-Old Spanish Shipwreck Might Reveal The Vessel's Fate
In the summer of 2022, priceless artifacts from a 350-year-old Spanish shipwreck were discovered. They might help reveal the fate of the vessel.
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The Scientific Reason People Blush When They're Embarrassed
Mark Twain is credited with the line, "Man is the only animal that blushes -- or needs to." Recent research, however, might contradict his wisdom.
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Here's Who Inherited Stevie Ray Vaughan's Money After His Death
Stevie Ray Vaughan was a music legend and inspiration to many contemporary artists. Here's who inherited Stevie Ray Vaughan's money after he died.
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Have We Been Calling Machu Picchu By The Wrong Name This Whole Time?
History is full of stories of a explorer "discovering" a place whose existence was common knowledge to the local population -- and then naming the "discovery."
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The Sneaker-Fueled Ponzi Scheme That Cost Collectors Millions
From Air Jordans to ASICS to Yeezys, sneaker collectors seek out sometimes rare or limited release shoes in hopes of filling their cherished collections.
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Inside The Monkey Attacks Plaguing Japan
In what some might consider a real-life prequel to "Planet of the Apes," macaque monkeys in Japan have been acting aggressively -- violently -- toward humans.
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How Organ Transplant Research Might Have You Reading Frankenstein In A New Light
Dr. Frankenstein labored to reanimate dead tissue, with very mixed results. Recently, researchers have found a way to do just that, inspiring hope.
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What Did Ancient Egyptians Believe About Ghosts?
Some of the aspects of ancient Egyptian ghosts could seem very familiar even thousands of years later. Here's what the ancient Egyptians believed about ghosts.
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How The Sewing Machine Changed History Forever
The impact of the sewing machine goes far beyond just saving some effort when making clothes. Here's how the sewing machine changed history forever.
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The Untold Truth Of Linda Ronstadt
Linda Ronstadt, once the "Queen of Rock" and a first-ballot Hall of Famer, is obviously well-known for her hits and voice, but here's what you might not know.
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Famous Deaths Predicted Before They Happened
Even a stopped clock is right twice a day, and celebrities can attract very morbid speculations. These are some famous deaths predicted before they happened.
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Nichelle Nichols' Tragic Connection To The Heaven's Gate Cult
Nichelle Nichols' brother, Thomas, was a member of the Heaven's Gate cult.
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The Real-Life Story About The Snake With A Drug Addiction And The Prisoners That Saved It
Pythons are a nonvenomous reptile found slinking through jungles across the world. And one of these creatures found itself with a drug addiction.
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The Origins Of The Unique Accent Heard Only On A Small Virginia Island
The residents of Tangier Island in Virginia speak a distinct dialect that is entirely unique to the island. These are the origins of the accent.
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How Did Serial Killers Leonard Lake And Charles Ng Meet?
It was a partnership that brought out the absolute worst in both men, the stuff of nightmares and horror films. How did Lake and Ng become acquainted?
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