Tragic Details About The Beastie Boys
The American rap group Beastie Boys has had a somewhat complicated past. Read on to discover their road to success as well as some of their tragic details.
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An Alleged Shady Deal Turned Bo Jackson Into A Baseball Legend
Some athletes seem born to a particular sport -- a combination of genes and life circumstances. Others have what seems like an abundance of options.
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Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi's Resignation Explained
Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi's resignation has shaken Italy and Europe. Here's an explanation of what led to his ouster, and how Italian leaders reacted.
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Who Is The Mysterious Clark Kent From The January 6 Hearings?
The House Select Committee hearings on the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol are rightly serious, so a spot of whimsy was probably welcome.
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Weird Al's 'Trapped In The Drive-Thru' Samples A Band That Once Refused To Work With Him
"Weird Al" Yankovic has been creating his parodies of pop music and culture for decades. Some artists are more cooperative with the effort than others.
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Noah Lyles Swiftly Stole This 26-Year-Old Title From Sprinter Michael Johnson
The old adage, of course, is that records are made to be broken. But there are some athletic records that stand for a good long time before toppling.
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Dark Secrets Of The Tattoo Industry
Tattoos may be more mainstream, but regulations and industry best practices have unfortunately remained a problem.
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The Truth Behind The Theory That Smelling Farts Is Good For You
We know that laughter is good for us, and we know that several bodily functions are just inherently funny. Might flatulence have added value?
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What Is The Bo Jackson Curse?
Numerous professions have singular superstitions which may (or may not) be taken seriously by the participants. Pro athletes are no exception.
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Gamers Aren't The Only Creatures Captivated By This Popular Video Game
The animal kingdom is pretty generally a source of intrigue and mystery for human beings, even animals with whom we have longstanding relationships, like cats.
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A Whale's Heart Resonates In An Unexpected Way
The blue whale is the largest animal currently inhabiting Planet Earth, with a circulatory system designed for the way they exist deep within the ocean.
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Where Is Anthony Templet Now?
Anthony Templet, at 17 years old, shot his father in their home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, after a physical altercation. Here's where Anthony Templet is now.
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Here's Why People Think The Chelsea Hotel Is Haunted
Come the spooky season around Halloween, ghost stories are told and re-told, adding to the flavor of autumn. Some places offer ghost stories all year 'round.
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The Common Backyard Visitor That Is Dangerously Close To Extinction
Our backyards are incredibly personal, and they speak volumes about the owner. Sadly, this common backyard visitor is dangerously close to extinction.
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What Effect Will Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi's Resignation Have On Italian Politics?
Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi just resigned his post, leaving the fate of the Italian government up in the air. This is the effect of his resignation.
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The Real Reason China Once Gifted Giant Pandas To Other Countries
National symbols, especially representative animals, can be sources of pride, of identity, and even of friendship through international diplomacy.
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Don McLean Reveals The True Meaning Of American Pie And Puts Decades Of Theories To Rest
Since rock n' roll has been a thing, more than one song has spurned listeners to scratch their heads over the seemingly inscrutable lyrics within.
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Giant Pandas Eat A Staggering Amount Of Bamboo Each Day
The internet is full of adorable videos of pandas frolicking about, rolling and clambering and precious. So they must work up quite an appetite.
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The Untold Truth Of The Sherman Brothers
The Sherman Brothers are synonymous with Disney, penning beloved classics from "Mary Poppins" and songs you love to hate, like "It's a Small World."
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The Controversy Over The Benin Bronzes Explained
The Benin Bronzes, stolen in a raid of Benin City in 1897, largely remain in the hands of others today, while calls for their repatriation grow ever louder.
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How Veronica Compton Went From Interviewing The Hillside Strangler To Becoming His Accomplice
Veronica Compton committed attempted murder for the Hillside Strangler.
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Chess Master Magnus Carlsen's Curious Decision Follows A Long Line Of Champions
Magnus Carlsen announced he won't be defending his title in the next World Chess Championship. He joins several others who quit while at the top of their game.
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Rosanne Cash's Take On This Classic R.E.M. Song Has Fans Pointing Out Her Error
Rosanne Cash tweeted an interesting observation about R.E.M.'s hit "Losing My Religion" — but fans were quick to point out it isn't exactly true.
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Here's What Stephen Hawking's Net Worth Was When He Died
Stephen Hawking was an unquestioned genius who made the understanding of physics something embraced by popular culture, through his books and other media.
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The Torah And The Talmud: What's The Difference?
The Jewish religion has two main texts which help Jews adhere to their religious laws. The two texts are the Talmud and the Torah, and here's the difference.
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An Unusual Side Effect Of The Wildfires In France Caused Pearl Jam To Cancel A Show
In July 2022, places all across the globe saw temperatures creeping into the triple-digits (or if you prefer to measure temperature in Celsius, the high 30s)
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Dr. Seuss' Unique Method To Quit Smoking
Dr. Seuss' books are full of whimsy and creativity. Though the author's life was not as magical as his books, his method to quit smoking was unique.
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