Here's The Oldest Person To Have Won An Oscar
Actors can find themselves doing the finest work of their careers as they mature. Who is the oldest person to have won an Oscar?
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The Untold Truth Of The Three Stooges
For eight decades, audiences have delighted in the eye-gouging, hair-pulling comic mayhem of The Three Stooges. Their story is much more than slapstick comedy.
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The Disturbing History Of Death Photography
In the Victorian era, taking pictures of dead loved ones became popular almost as soon as rudimentary photography was invented and stayed popular for decades.
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The Surprising Way Ellis Island Was Used During World War I And World War II
We don't really think of Ellis Island as mysterious and haunting. In our history books, its existence has been idealized. For most, it's a symbol of resilience.
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What Really Happened In The Long, Hot Summer Of 1967
When discussing the long, hot summer of 1967, almost all of the cases of property damage resulted as a reaction to police assaulting or murdering a Black person
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Times Disney Movies Were Historically Accurate
Disney movies aren't known for their historical accuracy. But there are rare times when Disney movies have been historically accurate.
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Jackie Kennedy Nearly Married This Man Instead Of JFK
Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis was, at one point, arguably the most famous woman in the world. Not to mention the most talked about, and most sought after.
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The Truth Behind The 2003 Exorcism Of Terrence Cottrell
How do you know that a person is possessed?
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Here's What People Thought Earth Looked Like Before We Finally Saw It
The ancients had figured out that the Earth was round thousands of years before Columbus got lost trying to circumnavigate it.
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Why Nirvana Was Kicked Out Of Their Own Album Release Party
Musical icons are nothing short of revered by their legions of fans but everyone who has to clean up the mess they leave may not be quite so fond of them.
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How Would Doctors Perform Surgery In Space?
It would take at least 150 days to get to Mars with current astronautical equipment. So what happens if you get a blood clot?
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This Mick Jagger Duet Was Lost For 46 Years
How exactly the recording of "Fragile" got lost is unknown, but in the days before digital media, misplacing the masters could have devastating effects.
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The True Story Of The Doll That Inspired Chucky
The Chucky doll is a popular and memorable horror character, but where did the idea come from? The roots can be traced back to a very creepy real-life toy.
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Why Brandon Lee Turned Down The Chance To Play His Father
As the son of martial arts legend Bruce Lee, one would think Brandon Lee would have lived a charmed and privileged life — but this wasn't necessarily the case.
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Is Tupac Buried Anywhere?
Following his death, Shakur was cremated and his ashes were given to his mother, Afeni Shakur. As for where they are now, there are a couple of odd stories.
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The Chupacabra Might Actually Have Existed. Here's Why
Chupacabra means "goat sucker." And now that we have your attention...
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How The Ancient Greeks Figured Out The World Was Round
While modern physics and satellite imagery side firmly with the Greeks, you might wonder how they arrived at the not-always-accepted wisdom of modern science.
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The Largest Chicken Breed In The World
The true "rex goliath" of domesticated fowl is the Jersey Giant, which sounds as much like the nickname of an amateur Garden State boxer as a chicken breed.
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The Real Reason Mike Pence Is Not Self-Quarantining
It should be gently pointed out that vice presidents of the United States do get sick, some to the point of death.
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What Happens If You Touch A Blue Poison Dart Frog?
The blue poison dart frog is a perfect example of how reality can be blown out of proportion.
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The Hydra Might Actually Have Existed. Here's Why
The hydra was a threatening beast, but also a pretty good example of the ancient Greeks' excellent imagination. Or ... was it?
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The Untold Truth Of Sea-Monkeys
Sea-Monkeys smiled at the sight of you, their potential new ruler, and you knew that you were $4.95 plus shipping removed from a magical friendship.
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The Amazing Story Of Horror Icon Christopher Lee
Horror movie icon Christopher Lee is best known for his role as Dracula, Saruman the White, and Count Dooku, with a career spanning 7 decades.
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The Only Star You Can't Step On At The Hollywood Walk Of Fame
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Los Angeles — but there's one celebrity whose star isn't like the others.
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The Truth About Helen Of Sparta, Menelaus, And Paris Of Troy's Love Triangle
The story of Helen, wife of Menelaus of Sparta, and her epic love triangle has been passed down the millennia and recounted by some of history's greatest poets.
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How The Mob Was Involved In The Fishing Industry
Some of the fields they were known for being heavily involved in were gambling, construction, garbage disposal, labor union, and fishing.
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