The Surprising Connection Between Thomas Jefferson's Wife And Sally Hemings
Born in 1743, Thomas Jefferson was known for his many accomplishments. Here's the surprising connection between his wife and mistress.
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The Truth About Paul Newman's Relationship With Joanne Woodward
Who doesn't love a love story? Especially one with the kind of longevity that Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward lived throughout their decades of marriage.
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The Untold Truth Of The Green Berets
The Army's Green Berets are an elite special forces unit responsible for covert activities in war zones who came to prominence during Vietnam.
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The Mythology Of Bellerophon Explained
Bellerophon made the unforgivable mistake of crossing a line, which made him an ever-lasting example of what not to do in the classical world. Here's his story.
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The History Of The Most Feared All-Female Gang In London
Old school criminal enterprises were usually run by men, but not always. Here is the history of the most feared all-female gang in London.
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The True Origins Of The Phrase Turn A Blind Eye
Idioms enter language in many times and many different ways. Historical context can be important -- the when and why of a phrase that's been handed on.
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Here's Who Inherited George Harrison's Money After He Died
George Harrison was not only a Beatle but a successful solo artist as well. Here's who inherited his money after he died.
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The Rarest Body Features Human Beings Can Have
It's no secret that there are a lot of people sharing this big, blue marble floating through space. And some have some pretty rare body features.
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The Surprising Effect WWII Had On Sliced Bread
Sliced bread is a staple of many American households, but there was once a ban on sliced bread during World War II, supposedly to help the war effort.
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The Verses Of The Beverly Hillbillies Theme You Probably Never Heard On TV
The Beverly Hillbillies TV was a fish-out-of-water episodic network show that captivated the U.S. population. But, its theme song had a now dubious sponsor.
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Here's Who Inherited Benjamin Franklin's Money After He Died
Comedian W.C. Fields supposedly said, "Where there's a will, prosperity is just around the corner." Ben Franklin's will created some significant piles of cash.
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The Biggest Theories On Why We Call Marines Jarheads
Marines are often known by the nickname "jarheads," but where does that name come from and what does it mean? These are the biggest theories on its origin.
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What Is An Easter Bonfire?
Many fields of learning rely on symbolism and tradition to make connections, sometimes borrowing one from another and adapting it as needed.
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Who Invented The Barbie Doll?
Barbie Dolls are among the most popular toys ever created, spanning several decades. This is the story of Ruth Handler, the inventor of Barbie Dolls.
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Why Do Turkeys Have Wattles?
Turkeys are interestingly adorned birds, particularly that bir of dangly neck-skin called the wattle. But, it plays a serious role in the future of all turkeys.
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The Scientific Reasons Why Tongue Twisters Are So Hard To Say
Tongue twisters are fun to do at parties or when you're preparing to do some public speaking. But, science reveals why our brains get certain sounds mixed up.
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When Was The Easter Bunny's First Visit To The White House?
The annual Easter egg roll at the White House has been an event for over 140 years. However, the Easter bunny didn't make its appearance until much later
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How Scandinavians Incorporate Witches Into Their Easter Celebration
Eastern isn't typically associated with witches, at least not in the U.S., but in Scandinavian tradition witches play a prominent role in the holiday.
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Why Do Flamingos Only Stand On One Leg?
Flamingos are notorious for standing on one leg, but why do they do it? Here are some of the most prevalent theories for why flamingos stand on one leg.
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Why Brian 'Head' Welch Left KoRn And Returned 7 Years Later
Brian Welch was the guitarist of famed nu metal band KoRn, before his departure in 2005 for religious reasons. Here's why he returned seven years later.
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What Happened To Construx Toys?
Construx toys were popular in the late 1980s, but soon fell out of fashion, only to be revived again in 2017. Here's what happened to Construx toys.
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Paul Newman Allegedly Inspired The Appearance Of A DC Supervillain
Paul Newman was one of the most iconic actors of his generation, but he allegedly inspired the appearance of DC supervillain George Hutchence.
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Australia's Outback Version Of The Easter Bunny Isn't What You'd Expect
The Easter Bunny has become the official symbol of Easter in the U.S. and around the world, but in Australia, another creature represents Easter.
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The Unusual Effect Your Lawnmower Can Have On Cicadas
Cicadas are attracted to loud noises produced by power tools and other loud machinery.
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What Happened To Veronica Lake's Body After She Died?
Hollywood star Veronica Lake died of hepatitis in 1973.
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The Untold Truth Of The Man Who Designed The Oscar Statuette (And Won 11 Of Them)
Where did the actual Oscar statuette come from? This is the untold truth of the man who designed the Oscar statuette (and won 11 of them).
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Where Do Potholes Come From?
Potholes are those annoying voids of asphalt in the road that force drivers to slow down or swerve. But, there is a natural process by which they are formed.
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