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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The Unsolved Murder Of Union Activist Pete Panto
The death of the man who inspired the main character of "On the Waterfront" is still unsolved today.
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Who Was Margherita Sarfatti, Benito Mussolini's Mistress?
Behind every man is a powerful woman — or so the old cliche goes. In Benito Mussolini's case, there were many women behind him. One was Margherita Sarfatti.
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Why Dead Bodies Are Surfacing At A Las Vegas Lake
It's one thing for the mob to decide to whack somebody. The problem is the body: How do you make the remains disappear? How about a nice, deep lake?
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This Is How Much Trump's Campaign Made From His MAGA Hats
Political campaigns often rely on a catchy, easily remembered slogan to raise awareness of a candidate. Donald Trump used "Make America Great Again" -- MAGA.
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How Hank Aaron Cemented Vin Scully's Broadcasting Reputation
Vin Scully helped form part of the soundtrack to baseball in America as a sportscaster. Here's how Hank Aaron cemented Scully's broadcasting reputation.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Joaquin Phoenix
From his childhood in a bizarre cult to a near-fatal car accident, here is the often tragic true story of famously private actor Joaquin Phoenix.
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Disturbing Details Found In The Death Penalty's Racial Statistics
The death penalty has always been a controversial policy in the U.S., partly due to its racial bias. These are the death penalty's disturbing racial statistics.
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Ivana Trump's Final Resting Place Is Not Where You'd Expect
Ivana Trump died on July 14, 2022, in New York but her burial place is not the usual plot. Here's what you need to know about where Ivana Trump is buried.
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Every Member Of Ghost Explained
Ghost is not just a metal band. They are an entire phantasmagoria, haunted by the lore and rumors dreamed up by their lead singer and mastermind, Tobias Forge.
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Why David Bowie Turned Down A Chance To Be A Bond Villain
David Bowie was once offered the role of a villain in a James Bond movie, but reportedly declined the role due to his dislike of Roger Moore.
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The Untold Truth Of The Glorious Revolution
The Glorious Revolution was one of the most important events in modern English history, when King James II was replaced by William of Orange and his wife Mary.
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The Hidden Meaning Behind Hitler's Paintings
The infamous Nazi Führer and dumb, dumb mustache enthusiast was, as many people know already, big into painting.
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