The Truth About The Invention Of The First Handheld Calculator
Considering how advanced pocket computers are now, it's hard to believe that just a few decades ago, many were adding on their fingers. Maybe a slide rule.
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Do Witch-Hunters Still Exist Today?
Witch-hunting stories have inspired countless books and movies. Although they seem to belong to the past, witch-hunting is still a reality in many countries.
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Here's What Would Happen To Dogs If Humans Suddenly Went Extinct
From the taming of wolves to the development of professional and familial bonds, humans and dogs have lived in relative harmony for a very long time.
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Here's What Would Happen If The Moon Suddenly Exploded
Besides being artistic inspiration, our moon happens to be a rock hurtling through space, which means, like any other chunk of rock, it could be blown up.
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The Tragic Story Of Anthrax Bassist Frank Bello's Brother's Murder
In a recent podcast appearance, Anthrax bassist Frank Bello shared several details about the 1996 murder of his brother Anthony.
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Scariest Places People Got Stuck In Real Life
Being stuck, losing the freedom to remove yourself from a place, can be terrifying. Here are some of the scariest places people got stuck in real life.
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Here's What Happens When You Shower In Space
In space, there is no drain and there is only microgravity, so water, soap, and shampoo stick to your skin and/or float around and ruin sensitive equipment.
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Here's Why Two Declaration Of Independence Signers Landed In Prison
Two signers of the Declaration of Independence, James Wilson and Robert Morris, both of Pennsylvania, would go on to spend time in prison as a result of debt.
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Why You Might Want To Prepare For The US Power Grid Going Down
There are always the threats of storms and cyberattacks that can jeopardize any power grid, and the average American household is likely unprepared.
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What Is The Jackie Chan Curse?
Bacteria in dumplings, a failed cola brand, a DOA gaming console ... were these products victims of the infamous Jackie Chan endorsement curse? Some think so.
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This Is How Tim Allen Ended Up In Prison
While some stars made headlines for receiving prison sentences after they were famous (Hi, Martha Stewart), Tim Allen's brush with the law came before TV fame.
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Olympic Records That Will Probably Never Be Broken
There are a handful of Olympic records that are just so dominant, so incredible, there's every possibility they will never be surpassed.
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The Hard Truth About Being An Olympian
Being an Olympic athlete is hard. It can be poorly paid, mentally taxing, and incredibly isolating. This is the hard truth about being an Olympian.
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What It Was Really Like The Day Elvis Died In 1977
The King of Rock and Roll was likely unconscious on the floor for the final hours of his life. Here's what we know about the day Elvis Presley died.
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Why People Believe A Seance Led To Stanford University's Creation
Stanford University, founded by industrialist Leland Stanford and his wife, Jane, is often ranked high among the world's foremost learning institutions.
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Here's How Many Victims Serial Killer Peter Tobin Really Had
Serial killer Peter Tobin was arrested and charged with murder in October 2006, but the actual number of people killed may never be known.
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The Real Reason Abraham Lincoln Wore A Top Hat
One famous figure associated with the top hat was President Abraham Lincoln, often seen sporting the fashion accessory throughout his years in office.
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Teddy Roosevelt Invented This Football Rule To Stop People From Dying
In 1905, President Theodore Roosevelt came up with a much-needed football rule to address the increasing number of deaths on the field.
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Documentaries That Actually Changed The World
Here, we're documenting the incidents that happened as a result of somebody documenting. These documentaries arguably changed the world.
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The Real Reason Weezer Was Uncomfortable With Their First Album
In a recent interview, Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo revealed that he initially wasn't comfortable with their self-titled 1994 debut album.
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You Won't Be Able To Guess Barbie's Full Name
Barbie has had an impressive number of careers in her traditional doll form -- over 200 professions since her introduction in 1959. But what about a full name?
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How Much Grave Robbers Really Got Paid
There was a time in European and American history when the bodies of the deceased were every bit as valuable, if not more, than whatever they were buried with.
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The Real Reason Your Walls Might Be Full Of Razor Blades
By 1903 Gillette and his company started selling what were called system razors -- aka safety razors. The device was a handle that held a disposable blade.
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Whatever Happened To Sophie Toscan Du Plantier's Husband?
When she died, Sophie Tuscan du Plantier was married to film producer and promoter Daniel Toscan du Plantier, who was considered "French film royalty."
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The Truth About Medieval Knights' Grueling Training
When you think about the Middle Ages, perhaps a knight comes to mind -- gallant and chivalrous heroes riding steeds, with metal protecting their bodies.
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Here's What It Was Like For Prisoners In The Tower Of London
The Tower of London is one of history's most famous prisons. Here's what it was like for prisoners in the Tower of London.
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The Bizarre Story Of The Crown Jewels Robbery
And then there are those true stories of jewel robberies that are as silly as they are action-packed. And we only had to go back 350 years to find it.
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