The True Impact Of The Atomic Bomb According To Japanese Citizens
It took time for the Japanese high command to realize how devastating the new weapons could be. The residents of those cities, however, learned immediately.
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The Surprising Origins Of The Olympic Torch Relay
The Olympic Torch Relay is inspired by the ancient Greek tradition of celebrating a sacred flame. Fire was brought to Earth from the divine home of the gods.
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Has Anyone Ever Been Swallowed Alive By A Whale?
A Massachusetts commercial lobster diver made headlines in June 2021 after ending up inside the mouth of a humpback whale off the coast of Herring Cove Beach.
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These Are The Only Countries That Have Been In Every Summer Olympics
Countries have skipped the games for reasons as simple as not having any athletes to send to the competition to making a political statement.
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A Look At The Early Life Of Dr. Joseph Bell
What made Dr. Joseph Bell different from other physicians was his excellent observational skills, which helped him gain information about patients.
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The Only Athlete To Win Gold Medals At The Summer And Winter Olympics
Edward "Eddie" Patrick Francis Eagan holds a unique honor in Olympic history. He's the only person to win gold medals in both the Winter and Summer games.
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The Reason Pirates Wore Eye Patches Isn't What You Think
In just about any depiction of pirates, at least one pirate sports an eye patch, and it has been assumed that pirates wore eye patches for one reason.
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The Truth About The Invention Of The Audio Cassette Tape
Cassette tapes helped change the music industry by allowing consumers to record their mixtapes without using the bulky recorders we often see in TV shows.
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What Do The Olympic Rings Actually Stand For?
A ring for each continent represented in the Olympics? Sure, makes sense. But wait, why are there only five? And what do these colors mean? Here's the scoop:
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Here's How Astronauts Maintain Great Hygiene In Outer Space
You might also think that personal hygiene, like personal relationships, might have to be placed very much on the back burner while confined to outer space.
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This Is What Kept The Vikings Warm During Tough Winters
The Vikings had many ways to make sure they didn't freeze to death during the tough winters, and some of these may be a bit surprising.
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The Truth About The Youngest Olympian In The Modern Era
Gymnasts are known to peak young, but the age of the youngest Olympian in the modern era may surprise you.
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How The United Nations Played A Major Role In The Korean War
We remember the Korean War, if at all, as one between the United States and North Korea, but the United Nations played a major role in the war.
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What Olympic Gold Medals Are Actually Made Of
But what about the gold medal itself? Is the .63-inch-diameter, .12-inch thick disc colloquially called a "gold medal" actually made of gold? Or gold plated?
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The Stunning Number Of Years Greenland Sharks Can Live
Greenland sharks certainly have time on their side. For decades, scientists thought this species had a long lifespan, but they couldn't prove it — until now.
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Where Rosario DiGirolamo Is Today After Killing His Mistress In 2011
In June 2007, Amy Giordano went missing and her infant son with Rosario DiGirolamo was found abandoned with a note in a Delaware parking lot.
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Here's How Big Megalodon Sharks Really Were
The megalodon was the biggest shark known to have roamed the ocean, and scientists have studied fossils and megalodon teeth to learn more about the creature.
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The Famous Musician Tom Petty Received His First Guitar Lessons From
Petty, who grew up in Gainesville, Florida, went to a local music store to learn to play the guitar. There he met a teacher: Don Felder, future Eagles member.
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The Untold Truth Of First Native American Member Of Congress
Some sources say Kamala Harris is the first person of color to hold the second highest office in US government, but that honor belongs to Charles Curtis.
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The Tragic Death Of Jane Austen
For as studied as Jane Austen has been in the years since her early death, one thing no one can seem to agree on, is what killed her at the age of just 41.
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The 7 Best And 7 Worst Rock Hudson Movies
Rock Hudson appeared in some classic films ... and some not so classic ones. Here are the 7 best and 7 worst Rock Hudson movies.
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The Truth About Beethoven's Father
Ludwig van Beethoven's father, Johann van Beethoven, was a family man who loved teaching music, but perhaps his most powerful love was for alcohol.
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What You'll See If You Look Through This Famous Roman Peephole
Rome is full of rich history and places to put on your Instagram and boast your #blessed-ness. Rome also has some off-the-beaten-path gems, such as a keyhole.
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The Real Reason Fieldy Is Stepping Away From Korn
Korn bassist Reginald Arvizu aka Fieldy announced that he is taking a hiatus from the band and won't be joining them on the upcoming tour.
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Here's How Fast Mako Sharks Can Actually Swim
What about the fastest fish? The No. 1 title goes to the black marlin, which can reach speeds up to 80 mph. Among sharks, however, the mako takes the title.
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How NFL Player Carl Nassib Just Made History
Las Vegas Raider's defensive end Carl Nassib made history by becoming the first active NFL player to come out as gay. The significance can't be overstated.
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The Real Reason Bob Seger Might Be Done Touring
Despite the fact that their last album release was in 1995, Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band performed on tours, from their inception up until last year.
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