Why Van Gogh's Infamous Ear Story Isn't As Interesting As You Think
Nearly as well known as his art is the legendary story of how Van Gogh cut off his own ear and then presented it to a sex worker as a token of his affection.
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The Truth About Johnette Napolitano
After achieving success in the insular world of modern rock in the genre's heyday, what became of Napolitano, the woman who decided to walk away from it all?
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The Tragic Story Of The Man Who Composed The Nutcracker
Underneath all the fluff and lightness of The Nutcracker, the ballet's composer, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky didn't have such a fantastical life.
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Rules White House Staff Have To Follow
The staff of the White House is responsible for the activities of maintaining the residence and taking care of the first family. They do have rules to follow.
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Why Some People Can't Smell Fish
Everyone is familiar with the smell of rotting fish, right? Wrong; it turns out the experience of getting a noseful of spoiled seafood is not quite universal.
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Moments In Canadian History That Went Horribly Wrong
Canada seems like a calm, peaceful kind of country. But it has a history just like any other country that is surprisingly dark and violent at times.
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How Scientists Accidentally Created A Hybrid Fish
Life always finds a way. And that's exactly what happened when scientists tried to reproduce Russian sturgeon eggs through gynogenesis, using paddlefish sperm.
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Political Cartoons That Got People Fired
Political cartoons are cool. But the gig is also extremely dangerous. Here are political cartoons that got people fired.
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People You Never Knew Were Almost President
To become president of the United States, you just have be rich and prepared to do and say anything. Or, the president could die and then BOOM, you got a job.
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Why Are Yeezys So Expensive?
It's so expensive to lace up in a pair of Kanye West's Yeezys you'll need a prenup before you tie the knot. So why are Yeezys so expensive?
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Musicians That Were Forced To Change Their Album Covers
Every album needs a cover. However, sometimes musicians choose art that won't fly. Here are some times when musicians were forced to change their album covers.
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Most Ridiculous Ways Anyone Ever Promoted A Movie
From fake documentaries to flying lions, Hollywood has pulled some truly ridiculous stunts to promote its movies.
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Messed Up Things You Didn't Realize About Star Trek
Star Trek has seen bad stuff. What upsetting stuff was going on in one of history's best shows? Here's some messed up things you didn't realize about Star Trek.
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King Arthur's History Finally Explained
King Arthur's tale is a classic old yarn about a scrappy kid who pulls a sword out of a stone. But there's more. Here's King Arthur's history finally explained.
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Is It Possible For Planes To Be Struck By Lightning?
If you've ever had to fly in the middle of a bad thunderstorm, you might have found yourself wondering: Is it possible for planes to be struck by lightning?
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How Basketball Game Rules Are Different In North Korea
A number of special rules have been added to the North Korean version of basketball. Here's how basketball game rules are different in North Korea.
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Comedians Who Are Actually Really Weird People
These comedians are pretty weird folks. Try not to judge them too harshly. At least they're funny!
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Bizarre Things That Only Exist In Canada
They do some odd things in Canada like apologizing for accidentally swallowing a frostbitten toe. Here are some of the bizarre things that only exist in Canada.
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Christmas Is A Summer Holiday In Australia. Here's How It's Celebrated
Christmas is a summer holiday in Australia. That means it's different, and yet weirdly the same in many ways. Here's how it's celebrated.
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The Strange Window Rule The First Family Must Follow
Presidents of the United States and their families have all sorts of security procedures and protocols they must follow while living in the White House.
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The Time Whitesnake Wrote A Song For B.B. King
Maybe it's not that surprising that the '80s hard rock glam band, Whitesnake, wrote a song for blues musician and songwriter B.B. King.
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The Surprising Reason Pineapples Symbolize Hospitality
You may have received a pineapple as a housewarming gift at some point. Where did this tradition come from, and what has given it such staying power?
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Inside The Failed Rat Pack Reunion Tour
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Peter Lawford, and Joey Bishop captivated the world with their antics both on and off stage.
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What You Didn't Know About Gerda Taro
Gerda Taro is slightly better known by the alias she shared with her partner, Endre Friedmann. Working together, they were known as photographer Robert Capa.
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A Look Into Ella Fitzgeralds Failed Marriages
Ella Fitzgerald always kept her music bright, upbeat, and positive -- which was a far cry from the reality of her personal life.
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The Tragic Explanation Of The Day The Music Died
The Day the Music Died was Feb. 3, 1959, when a plane crash killed Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper. It was a shattering end to the decade.
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The Tragic Death Of Liberace
Underneath the flamboyance that was Liberace was a man who felt he needed to hide a part of himself. And when he died, some of his secrets came spilling out.
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