Could A Human Hibernate If They Wanted To?
A nap is one thing. A good night's sleep is another. But hibernation? Isn't that for bears and other woodland creatures? The answer is complex.
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The Unsolved Mystery Of The 20th Century Limited's Deadly Derailment
The 20th Century Limited train, which debuted in 1902, became one of the most recognizable trains of the era. It also suffered a tragic derailment in 1905.
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The Tragedy Of Steven Stayner's 1989 Death Explained
The tragedy of Steven Stayner's life and death can't be overstated. Here's how the victim of kidnapping and years of abuse was killed in 1989 at 24, explained.
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The Bizarre Truth Behind An NFL Draft Pick Turned Notorious Serial Killer
Locked in a prison cell at the Oregon State Penitentiary in Salem is the shell of a former college wide receiver who once flirted with NFL glory.
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Why Ivy League Schools Used To Require Nude Photos Of Students
Ivy League schools used to require nude photos of students, and the real reason for the nude photos may surprise you.
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How The World Hockey Association Tried To Dethrone The NHL In The 1970s
Baseball might be considered the great American pastime, and Super Bowl Sunday certainly has its fans. But don't discount the passion of hockey enthusiasts.
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The Truth About A Man In Germany Who Poisoned His Co-Workers
Over 20 years, quite a lot of people got sick or died under mysterious circumstances at the same German company. Here's the truth about the culprit.
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Who Are Angela Lansbury's Children?
Dame Angela Lansbury is doubtless best known for her long-running series "Murder, She Wrote." Perhaps less known is another long-running role, as a mother.
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Best Shows For Fans Of Ink Master
Love watching people get tattooed on "Ink Master"? Then you'll love these shows too. Here are some show for fans of "Ink Master."
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Bruce Willis
Bruce Willis' legacy is cemented, but there have been various rough patches during his journey. This is the tragic real-life story of Bruce Willis.
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Why Jim Carrey's Andy Kaufman Performance Was So Controversial
Here's why Jim Carrey's portrayal of Andy Kaufman in the 1999 biopic "Man on the Moon" proved polarizing in many ways and to many people.
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Why FDR's Portrait Was Left Unfinished
Franklin Delano Roosevelt's final portrait was in the process of being painted when he died in 1945.
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What Happens When You Leave The Hells Angels?
Hells Angels members who decide to leave the club can be "out bad" or "in good standing" with the group.
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Why Empire Records Fans Have Something To Celebrate Every April
The late Hollywood screenwriter William Goldman observed that "Nobody knows anything." Otherwise, they might have foreseen the cult success of "Empire Records."
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What Happened To Serial Killer Cary Stayner?
Serial Killer Cary Stayner murdered four women, but his family made headlines years before he devolved into being a killer. Here's what happened to him.
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The History Behind Saying Hut In Football
For a sport as old as it is, American-style football still has its mysteries. Helmets make sense; the shape of the ball, maybe not. And saying "hut"?
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How The Resolute Desk Got Its Name
Besides the obvious perks and challenges of the American presidency, those who hold the office find themselves surrounded by items of historical importance.
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Can Wealthy Criminals Really Pay For A Nicer Prison Cell?
It's long been rumored that wealthy prisoners can pay for better treatment, but is it true? It turns out that wealthy criminals can pay for nicer cells.
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Why Was Greta Garbo Called The Swedish Sphinx?
Greta Garbo -- perhaps most often referred to simply as Garbo -- was a superbly talented, yet reclusive, Hollywood megastar at the beginning of the industry.
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How Plants Use Listening Skills To Find Water
Plants don't seem like sentient beings at first, but they actually have unique senses that allow them to find water. Here's how plants can "listen."
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How The 1980 Murder Of Viola Hagenkord Was Finally Solved
A 79-year-old woman was raped and killed in her apartment. Here's how the 1980 murder of Viola Hagenkord was finally solved 42-years later.
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How Advances In DNA Analysis Finally Solved Washington's Oldest Cold Case
On TV police procedurals, DNA testing seems like the magic bullet that solves everything. The fact is, it sometimes works that way in real life, too.
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How A Backyard Drinking Game Stole Ratings From The Super Bowl
Cornhole is considered a fun and casual backyard game, but it actually managed to steal some ratings from the Super Bowl. Here's how that happened.
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The Historical Reason A Baker's Dozen Is 13
While a dozen typically refers to 12 of an item, a baker's dozen is understood to mean 13. So where does the extra item come from?
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The Science Behind Transplanted Organ Rejection
As much as a marvel organ transplantation is, it's not without its risks. One of those risks is organ rejection, and here is the science behind it.
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Is It True That An Apple Fell On Isaac Newton's Head?
Much of what you think you know about history is based on misunderstandings, incomplete records, wishful thinking, or outright lies made up out of whole cloth.
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How A Story In Golf Digest Helped Free An Innocent Man After 27 Years In Prison
The story of Valentino Dixon involves violence and homicide. It also involves the power of storytelling and the redemptive power of artistic expression.
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