The Real Reason It Took 22 Years To Build The Taj Mahal
The Earth is full of elaborate memorial structures, dedicated to the memory of someone who has died. Few, if any, match the splendor of the Taj Mahal.
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The Truth About Board Games In Ancient Egypt
It's pretty much a given that where you have a society, you will have games. That was certainly true -- in more ways than one -- in the days of Ancient Egypt.
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What Grace Kelly And Meghan Markle Have In Common
Students of popular culture know that Meghan Markle isn't the first American actress to marry royalty. There are other similarities besides career paths.
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The Real Story Behind The Movie Monster
Hollywood often turns to history and current events for artistic inspiration. Such was the case of the 2003 film "Monster," starring Charlize Theron.
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The Myth Of Ajax Explained
These days, Ajax is probably more readily recognized as the name of a cleaning product. But the name Ajax looms large within the context of Greek mythology.
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How George W. Bush And Hugh Hefner Are Related
It's said that you can pick your friends, but not your family. Both Hugh Hefner and President George W. Bush would probably have agreed with that.
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The Tragic Murder Of An Ex-Rockette Explained
Not even successful performing artists are immune to tragedy, proven by the murder of former Rockette Alexis Ficks Welsh in 1991. She was just 30 years old.
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The Truth About Mike Tyson's Time In Jail
Mike Tyson has carved a second act for himself in show business, after a mixed boxing career. There was also his jail time, after being convicted of rape.
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The Truth About Cleopatra's Power Struggle
Great responsibility might come with great power, but history tells us that great power also attracts great turmoil, as Cleopatra's story demonstrates.
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John F. Kennedy's IQ Might Surprise You
John F. Kennedy ran a successful campaign for president in 1960, the youngest president so far. He was an author as well as a politician -- but was he bright?
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The Real Reason Delaware Separated From Pennsylvania
When the American colonists took on the British Empire, they worked together, seeing eye-to-eye. Unless you're talking about Delaware and Pennsylvania.
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What Really Happened After Adolf Hitler Died?
Death of a national executive can create a leadership vacuum. Adolf Hitler committed suicide in April 1945 -- was there some kind of line of succession?
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Who Are Hugh Hefner's Kids?
Hugh Hefner, the father of all things Playboy, claimed to have slept with more than 1,000 women in his 91 years. He married three times. Any kids?
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What Really Happened After Catherine The Great Died?
Catherine the Great of Russia was a forward-thinking monarch who strove to modernize her country. In death, she paid a price for being a visionary.
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The Untold Truth Of Stephen Sondheim
Stephen Sondheim, the giant of Broadway musicals, died November 26 at his home in Connecticut at the age of 91. His childhood might well have informed his art.
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The Truth About Frank's Final American Pickers Episode
Here's what we know about Frank Fritz's final episode on American Pickers, the Season 21 episode Burlesque Queen.
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How These Animals Became Status Symbols
Status symbols are usually things like flashy cars, but for some, the ultimate status symbol is a living thing. Here's how these animals became status symbols.
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What Really Happened After Archduke Franz Ferdinand Died?
World War I in many ways falls on Austria-Hungary and how they reacted to Franz Ferdinand's assassination. Here's what really happened after the archduke died.
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Star Trek's Money-Free Society Explained
The Vulcans of "Star Trek" are fond of advising people to "live long, and prosper." Money is no longer a thing on "Star Trek." What does it mean to prosper?
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Here's Who Inherited Marilyn Monroe's Money After She Died
Marilyn Monroe, one of the most famous actresses ever, was found dead in her Los Angeles home on August 5, 1962. Here's who inherited her money after she died.
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The Truth About The Baseline Killer
From 2005 to 2006, the people of Phoenix, Arizona, were living on the edge as two serial killers terrorized the city. One of them was the Baseline Killer.
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Why Grace Kelly's Death Raised So Many Questions
Grace Kelly had a stellar Hollywood career before marrying into the Monaco royal family. Her death in 1982 continues to raise questions, however.
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The Mythology Of Leto, Mother Of Apollo And Artemis, Explained
The names of Apollo and Artemis are some of the most recognizable in Greek mythology. But what about their mother, Leto? Here's her mythology, explained.
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The Only President To Get Married At The White House
Every presidential administration hosts its share of celebrations, dinners, parties -- some professional, some familial. But what about White House weddings?
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What Happens To The British National Anthem When Queen Elizabeth Dies?
Some things by their very nature have to adapt and change with the times. Sometimes books are revisited and edited. What about national anthems?
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Did The Tower Of Babel Really Exist?
The Bible, both Old and New testaments, is filled with all kinds of colorful stories -- fables, poetry, and yes, history. Does the Tower of Babel story hold up?
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What Happened To OJ Simpson's Ex, Paula Barbieri?
One of the many name's that was attached to the Simpson trial was that of Paula Barbieri, who had been his girlfriend until shortly before the murders.
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