The Truth About Woodward And Bernstein's Role In The Watergate Scandal
The Watergate incident led to the only time a U.S. President resigned. The truth about journalists Woodward and Bernstein's role in the historical scandal.
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The Real Reason People In Bermuda Fly Kites On Good Friday
Kites seem to have a place of honor in numerous cultures around the world. One kite festival in particular takes place in Bermuda on Good Friday.
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Why Is The Ocean So Salty?
Samuel Taylor Coleridge was right when he wrote of the ocean, "Water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink." Drinking salty ocean water is not a good idea.
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The Real Reason Dogs Stick Their Heads Out Of Car Windows
A happy dog is a dog with its head out of the car window, but why do they love it so much? Here's the real reason dogs stick their heads out of car windows.
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How Bonnie Raitt Got Started Playing Music
Paraphrasing Shakespeare, some people are born to be musicians, and some have music thrust upon them. Bonnie Raitt started with a musical family and grew.
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Inside Taylor Hawkins' Relationship With Queen Drummer Roger Taylor
True artists will readily admit that they draw from those who have preceded them. Taylor Hawkins was possibly Roger Taylor's biggest fan. Ever.
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The Biggest Theories About The Origins Of April Fools' Day
Let's be clear: This article is not a prank befitting the day it's examining. Seriously, folks: Where did the April Fools' Day tomfoolery and shenanigans begin?
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What Is Chernobyl's Red Forest?
The Red Forest is one of the most radioactive places in Chernobyl.
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The Scientific Reason Coins Make Your Hands Smell
Maybe you had a piggy bank as a child. Maybe you've worked in retail, dealing with cash transactions. Notice a unique smell when you've been handling coins?
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The Origin Of Ukraine's Intricately Decorated Easter Eggs
Symbols of spring abound -- flowers blooming, birds singing. So much of it involves vibrant, eye-catching color, like psanky eggs from Ukraine.
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Tom Waits Reportedly Once Sent An Ominous Letter To David Lynch
When screenwriter David Lynch was rumored to be making a biopic film about musician Tom Waits, Waits sent Lynch a strange letter. Here's what it said.
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Inside The Hollywood Law That Protects Child Actors
We often speak of children as "belonging" to their parents. Does that ownership extend to a child's earning potential in the performing arts?
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What We Know About Taylor Hawkins' Death So Far
Taylor Hawkins, drummer for the Foo Fighters, died suddenly at the relatively young age of 50. The death naturally raises numerous questions.
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The Surprising Reality Of Snakes On Planes
The surprise 2006 hit film "Snakes on a Plane" might have seemed to boast an unlikely premise. Except, actually, it's not all that far-fetched.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Leah Remini
Leah Remini herself has experienced tragedy, both while growing up in the Church of Scientology and since leaving it. Here's her tragic real-life story.
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What We Know About Taylor Hawkins' Friendship With Ozzy Osbourne
The unexpected, tragic death of Taylor Hawkins, drummer for The Foo Fighters, has brought the talented musician's life and relationships to the fore.
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Why Doris Day's Dance Career Came To An Early End
Doris Day is one of the most recognizable names in Hollywood films. However, she started as a dancer but her career was cut tragically short, and here's why.
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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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