What Does RSVP Stand For?
Everyone knows what "RSVPing" is, but few are aware that the acronym is actually French. Here's what RSVP stands for, and where it comes from.
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How Dr. Dre Got His Stage Name
John Denver was born Henry John Deutschendorf Jr., which is tough to fit on a poster. How about Dr. Dre? Where did his stage name come from, and why?
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Betty White Says These Life Rules Got Her To 100 Years Old
There's a long, long list of performing artists who cratered physically before their time. And then there is the rare, long-lived individual like Betty White.
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Whatever Happened To Pixie From LA Ink?
"LA Ink," headed by well-known tattoo artist Kat Von D, ran for four seasons. Von D's friend, artist Amber "Pixie" Acia, ran the shop during Season 1.
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Where The Phrase 'Close, But No Cigar' Comes From
"Close, but no cigar" is a widespread phrase in our contemporary vernacular, but it actually has roots in carnival games. Here's where the phrase comes from.
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This Is How The Chicago Cubs Got Their Name
For most of their century and a half of existence, the team has been known as the Chicago Cubs, a term bestowed on them by a newspaper writer.
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George Floyd's Autopsy Report Explained
News of George Floyd's death during his arrest in Minneapolis captured the nation's attention. Beyond the emotions, medical evidence also came to light.
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The Untold History Of The Banana Massacre
Chiquita Brands, formerly the United Fruit Company, has an incredibly sordid history. Its involvement in the 1928 Banana Massacre is essentially unknown.
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Where The Phrase 'Break A Leg' Came From
Performers in general, and actors in particular, can be a superstitious lot. Take, for example, wishing someone luck by saying "break a leg."
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Main Characters In Peaky Blinders That Didn't Exist In Real Life
One of Netflix's most popular series is "Peaky Blinders." This British period drama centers around the Shelby crime family and their rise to power.
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How Do They Celebrate New Year's In Japan?
Japan celebrates New Year's Eve and Day according to the Western calendar. But unlike the West, New Year's in Japan isn't a time for uproarious partying.
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Medical Procedures That Existed In Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egyptians left behind a number of medical texts -- an invaluable source of their practices. These are medical procedures that existed in Ancient Egypt.
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William Randolph Hearst's Family Tree Explained
The Hearst name is synonymous with the communications industry and with early Hollywood. William Randolph wasn't the only interesting personality.
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The Tragic Murder Of Samantha Josephson Explained
On the morning of March 29, 2019, 21-year-old University of South Carolina student Samantha Josephson went missing. Later, her dead body was found by hunters.
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This Is What It Means When You See Paint On Trees
Spray paint on trees doesn't necessarily indicate vandalism. The paint actually has meaning for environmental agencies, depending on the shape and color.
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Here's Who Inherited Marlon Brando's Money When He Died
Actor Marlon Brando had a lot of kids, so you can bet that executing his estate was a mess. Here's who inherited his money after he died -- and who didn't.
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This Is How Mafioso Giuseppe 'Pino' Greco Really Died
Some people know the name Giuseppe "Pino" Greco. For those who don't, he was one of the Sicilian mob's most vicious killers, slaying around 300 individuals.
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How Eminem Got His Iconic Stage Name
Marshall Mathers is one of the world's most famous hip-hop artists, but how did he get his stage name of "Eminem?" Here's the history behind the name.
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This Is How Aretha Franklin Once Saved The Grammy Awards
It's every producer's nightmare: The show is arranged, rehearsed, ready to be performed. And then one of the headliners cancels at the last minute.
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This Is How The Pittsburgh Pirates Got Their Name
The Pittsburgh Pirates are one of the oldest franchises in baseball, and got their name after signing a controversial contract with a top player.
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Here's Who Inherited Sonny Bono's Money After He Died
On January 5, 1998, while vacationing with wife Mary Whitaker Bono and their two children, Sonny Bono died after crashing into a tree while skiing.
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What Is A Wolf Moon? We Explain
The old song talks about a harvest moon shining on. Other moon appearances have their unique names as well, including the wolf moon. The difference?
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What Natalie Wood's On-Set Behavior Was Really Like
Hollywood has a history filled with vibrant, talented individuals behind and in front of the camera. It's also a business, and it involves contracts.
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Here's Who Likely Inherited Cloris Leachman's Money After She Died
When Academy Award-winning actress Cloris Leachman died on January 27, 2021, she left behind a legacy of well-known roles, as well as a hefty sum of cash.
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The History Of Auld Lang Syne Explained
Every year, during the first few minutes or so of the New Year, the song "Auld Lang Syne" is traditionally sung in a lot of countries. Here's the history.
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What Is A Snow Moon? We Explain
Tribes had various names for the different full moons based on when they appeared in the year. One such moon, the "snow moon," is expected in February.
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Where The Phrase 'Spill The Beans' Comes From
The phrase "spill the beans" has become part of our everyday vernacular, but its roots date back thousands of years. Here's where "spill the beans" comes from.
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