Strict Rules Guards Of The Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier Have To Follow
Arlington National Cemetery's The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a solemn memorial to the ultimate sacrifice. Its guards have strict rules they have to follow.
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The Unexpected Law Rhode Island Has For Professional Sports Games
Some laws that are still on the books don't make much sense today. One such law is Rhode Island's specific ban against certain professional sports games.
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Archeologists Uncovered Revolutionary War Barracks That A British General Tried To Destroy
In 2023, while preparing a site for new construction, archeologists uncovered Revolutionary War barracks that a British general tried to destroy in Virginia.
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The Unexpected Thing That's Illegal To Do In Kentucky Churches
There's an interesting piece of Kentucky history that involves religion and poison, and it ties into an unexpected thing that's illegal to do in its churches.
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The First Word Decoded From A Manuscript Nearly Destroyed By Mt. Vesuvius
Years ago, Mt. Vesuvius erupted and swallowed the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Now, we've decoded the first word of a manuscript from the area.
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What Archeologists Learned From An Ancient Roman Stone In Galilee
In 2025, researchers revealed that they had found an ancient stone in Galilee, Israel, that sheds light on some ancient history and raises a few questions.
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Thousands Of Roman Coins Discovered May Lead To An Even Bigger Treasure
In November 2023, thousands of Roman coins were discovered in the Mediterranean Sea. And that might just be the beginning of the story.
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5 Recent Pompeii Discoveries That Archeologists Didn't Expect
The destructed ruins of Pompeii were discovered centuries ago, but archeologists continue to find things they didn't expect. Here are the most recent.
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Leonardo Da Vinci's Sketches Led Archeologists To A Centuries-Old Secret
Italian polymath Leonardo da Vinci created lots of beautiful art, and some of his sketches led archeologists to a centuries-old secret located in Milan.
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10 Bizarre Artifacts Discovered At Pompeii
The destruction of Pompeii after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79 preserved a variety of Roman artifacts, and some of them are downright bizarre.
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Ancient Building Hidden Thousands Of Years Discovered Under A French Parking Lot
An ancient building that was hidden for thousands of years was discovered under a parking lot in the French Riviera's beachside town of Cavalaire-sur-Mer.
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The Tragic Facts About King Tut's Inbred Bloodline
In the days of the pharaohs, keeping it in the family was taken to extremes among the rulers. Here are the tragic facts about King Tut's inbred bloodline.
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Cleopatra Might Have Looked Totally Different Than We Thought
Many depictions of Cleopatra have portrayed her as a great beauty, but ancient coins prove she might have looked totally different than we thought.
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The Mysterious Stone Archeologists Reburied To Protect From People
There's a mysterious stone in Scotland that archeologists have unearthed and reburied to protect it from people who threaten to damage it.
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3 Theories Why The Largest Ape Of All Time Went Extinct
The largest ape of all time, Gigantopithecus, went extinct but some apes closely related to it, like the orangutan, survived. Here are a few theories as to why.
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Things About Robert F. Kennedy's Assassination That Don't Make Sense
Decades after the 1968 assassination of Robert F. Kennedy at the Ambassador Hotel, there are still things about the murder that we can't quite explain.
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The Untold Truth Of Joan Baez
Joan Baez has an incredible musical career and a legacy of political activism, giving a voice to those with none, but her own life is filled with ups and downs.
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The True Story Behind Van Halen's Cover Of You Really Got Me By The Kinks
Van Halen's cover of "You Really Got Me" by the Kinks helped rocket them to stardom, and the story behind how it came to be is pretty interesting.
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What Robert Plant's Bandmates Really Think Of Him
Robert Plant was the singer and lyricist for legendary rock band Led Zeppelin. Over the years, his bandmates have had a lot to say about him.
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Disturbing Details Devil In The Family: The Fall Of Ruby Franke Revealed
"Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke" was released on February 27, 2025, and though most of the information is not new, there were a few revelations.
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Disturbing Things Recovered After The Jonestown Massacre
The Jonestown massacre is arguably the most disturbing mass murder-suicide of any cult, but some of the things discovered in the aftermath make it even more so.
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Is This What The World Would Look Like If Saddam Hussein Hadn't Been Captured?
In 2003, Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was captured and tried for crimes against humanity. Here's what the world may look like today if he was never caught.
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The Major Discovery A Medieval Toilet Helped Researchers Identify
There was a time when indoor latrines were reserved for "high status houses," so finding this medieval toilet helped researchers identify Harold II's palace.
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How Archeologists Unearthed Million-Year-Old Weapons In An Ancient Lakebed
In Iraq, archeologists unearthed million-year-old weapons in an ancient, lakebed. The find was different than most archeological discoveries. Here's how.
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Grim Details Released In Emotional 911 Call For The Gene Hackman Case
The details revealed from a 911 call after the unexpected deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, are on the grim and mysterious side.
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Actors Who Have Won Oscars Playing Real-Life Musicians
Over the years, 37 actors have received Oscar nominations for playing real-life musicians. But only 12 have won, and each did so for unique reasons.
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Things We Only Learned About Janis Joplin After She Died
Janis Joplin left an indelible mark on music during the counter-culture's heyday, but there are a lot of things we only learned about her after she died.
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Star Trek Franchise Actors You Rarely See Onscreen Anymore
These "Star Trek" actors will always be part of the franchise's history, but you won't see them on film or TV screens very often these days.
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Where These Star Trek Stars Are Buried
From Leonard Nimoy to Anton Yelchin, some "Star Trek" actors are no longer with us. Here are the final resting places of some of "Star Trek's" brightest stars.
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The Most Controversial SNL Musical Guests Of All Time
"Saturday Night Live" has given us plenty of edgy and hilarious satire over many years, but some of its most controversial moments have been its musical acts.
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The Unexpected Truth About Leslie Nielsen's Time Filming The Naked Gun
It mights surprise you how Leslie Nielsen's legendary performance in 1998's "The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!" came about.
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The Truth About Chuck Norris' Time In The Military
Chuck Norris is known as a martial arts expert, actor, and all around guy you don't want to mess with, but here's the truth about his time in the military.
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The Jesus Commercial Causing Another Uproar At Super Bowl LIX
Did you catch it? A bizarre Jesus commercial aired during Super Bowl LIX, leaving many wondering who funded it and others questioning its message.
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Things That Came Out About Layne Staley After He Died
The world learned many details about Alice in Chains frontman Layne Staley in the days, weeks, months, and even years following his 2002 death.
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Sharon Osbourne Drops Tragic News About Ozzy's Health Battle
Years after Ozzy Osbourne revealed his Parkinson's disease diagnosis, his wife, Sharon Osbourne, has shared a health update that's sure to upset fans.
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What You Didn't Know About The Death Of Dr. Dre's Brothers
Dr. Dre had four siblings — one half-sister, one step-brother, and two half-brothers. The latter two both died tragically, and their deaths affect Dre today.
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True Stories Behind Popular Van Halen Songs
Van Halen have made countless popular songs throughout the years, and the stories behind some of them are pretty interesting, to say the least.
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The Strange Story Of New York's Abandoned Castle On A Haunted Island
The strange story of New York's abandoned castle on a haunted island started with New York's early inhabitants. Today, it's a tourist attraction.
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The Unexpected Items That Are Illegal For Pawn Brokers To Accept In Delaware
In the nation's first state, Delaware, laws are on the books that prohibit several unexpected items for pawn brokers to accept, including prosthetic limbs.
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The Bizarre Reason It Can Be Legal To Access Someone's Private Property In Nebraska
In most places private property is not accessible without permission, but here's the bizarre reason it can be legal to access private property in Nebraska.
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The Luckiest Numbers In Lottery History
We all fantasize about winning the lottery, if only we knew the right numbers. Statistically, these have been the luckiest numbers in lottery history.
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Why The Bhopal Union Carbide Disaster Was Worse Than You Thought
A toxic gas leak from a Union Carbide factory in Bhopal was the worst industrial disaster in history, and its hellish details are worse than you may think.
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Famous Burial Sites That Vanished And Still Haven't Been Found
From antiquity through to the modern era, the final burial sites of some of the most famous figures in history have vanished and are still yet to be found.
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Rules That Jesus Actually Broke In The Bible
The Bible lays out a lot of rules. Some are still followed today, while others are debated. In fact, Jesus actually broke some of them.
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The Most Hated Rulers Of All Time
It takes a certain lack of scruples to rise to the top in any society and take the reins of power, but the most hated rulers of all time were particularly bad.
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Whatever Happened To Nicole Brown Simpson's House?
Actress Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman were murdered on June 12, 1994, outside of her Los Angeles condo. Here's what happened to the house.
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Chilling Audio Recording Likely Captures Titan Sub's Final Moments
In June 2023, a submersible and its crew went missing only to implode deep in the sea. Chilling audio recording likely captures the Titan sub's final moments.
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What Happens When You Leave The Mafia?
The word "mafia" is thrown around a lot, and it refers to any number of organized crime outfits around the world. And none of them are easy to leave.
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What Is The Meaning Behind An Upside-Down Cross?
You've probably seen an upside-down cross before - maybe on a band tee or in religious artwork. That's because it's meaning is, well, complicated.
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Things About The Brian Laundrie And Gabby Petito Case That Still Don't Make Sense
Brian Laundrie and Gabby Petito's road trip ended in tragedy when Laundrie killed his girlfriend, later dying by suicide. But there might be more to the story.
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The Truth About Sid Vicious' Mother
Sid Vicious lived and died tragically, but how much was his mother, Anne Beverley, involved in his fall?
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The Hidden Truth Of David Lee Roth
David Lee Roth is best known as the original frontman for Van Halen, but there are lots of hidden truths about Diamond Dave that you may not know.
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What The Last 12 Months Of Marvin Gaye's Life Were Like
Marvin Gaye was tragically shot by his own father on April 1, 1984, a day short of his 45th birthday. In his final 12 months, Gaye enjoyed critical success.
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Bob Dylan Is The Only Person In The World To Hold This Achievement
Legendary musician Bob Dylan has racked up plenty of achievements across his 60-plus year career, and there's one that he is alone in holding.
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What Every Ex Member Of Van Halen Is Doing Today
From the '70s to 2020, a fair few musicians performed in the changing lineup of iconic rock band Van Halen. Here's what those former members are doing today.
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Things That Came Out About David Bowie After He Died
David Bowie was a legend long before his 2016 death, but he still managed to keep a few aspects of his life private. Here's what we've learned since he died.
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The Story Behind Roberta Flack's No. 1 Hit Killing Me Softly With His Song
The most iconic song ever released by legendary R&B singer Roberta Flack is undoubtedly "Killing Me Softly With His Song." How did the song come about?
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Songs With The Absolute Worst Guitar Solos
For every guitar solo that puts a musician's technical skill and artistry on full display, there's one that's notable for very different reasons.
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What Was Roberta Flack's Net Worth When She Died?
American soul and R&B legend Roberta Flack died on February 24, 2025 at 88 years old. And over the years, she amassed quite a bit of wealth.
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The Hidden Truth Of The B-52's
Since the '70s, the B-52's entertained us with their cartoonish and lighthearted take on poppy rock music, but there are some hidden truths behind the scenes.
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The Song David Bowie Wrote To Get Revenge On Frank Sinatra
David Bowie has taken aim at fellow musicians multiple times, and once he even penned a track to get revenge on the one and only Frank Sinatra.
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12 Times Audiences Turned Against Musicians
Playing music in front of a live crowd is a stressful experience, to say the least. And sometimes, audiences even turn against musicians.
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Cover Songs Better Than The Original Version
What is the secret to performing a great cover version? Here are cover songs that turned out better than the original version.
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Iconic Rock Star Tours That Got Canceled
These legendary rock acts saw their tours derailed by band drama, injuries and other health emergencies, low ticket sales, legal trouble, and even death.
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The Hidden Truth Of Whitney Houston
Whitney Houston took the world by storm in the mid '80s and went on to forge a record-breaking career, but behind the glamor were a few hidden truths.
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The Worst Performances Musicians Ever Gave On Live TV
Every musician has had a bad day, but sometimes they happen on live TV. Over the years, some big names have given some pretty awful performances.
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Rock Songs That Were Written To Get Revenge
When these rock stars felt they had been wronged, they turned insult to inspiration and used their music and lyrics to exact sweet revenge.
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Popular Rock Songs That Are Way Darker Than You Think
Sometimes, Popular rock songs lyrics aren't obvious in their meanings, but there are plenty that are way darker than you think. Here are 12 examples.
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Here's What Bob Dylan Thinks About A Complete Unknown
The 2024 biopic "A Complete Unknown" focuses on the life of Bob Dylan. And despite typically being a man of few words, the songwriter publicly commented on it.
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Rock Stars With Unusual Side Hustles
While being a rock star might seem like the kind of full-time job that leaves no time or energy to spare, some famous musicians have found unusual side hustles.
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The Hidden Truth Of Blue Öyster Cult
Perhaps best known for their 1976 hit single "(Don't Fear) The Reaper," the long story behind the band Blue Öyster Cult is full of twists and hidden truths.
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Tragic True Stories That Inspired Iconic Rock Songs
Artists have long been inspired by historical and contemporary accounts of murder, mayhem, personal tragedy, and disaster. Rock musicians are no exception.
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Musicians And Bands That Will Retire Or Split Up In 2025
There are several well-known music acts, some of whom have performed for many decades, that will be either be splitting up or outright retiring in 2025.
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Celebrities Who Got Snubbed From The Grammys 2025 In Memoriam Tribute
The 2025 Grammy Awards' in memoriam tribute honored some big names that passed away the year prior, but as is usual, some names were left out.
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The Biggest Scandals To Ever Hit AC/DC
Infamously part of the "Satanic Panic" in the '80's, rock band AC/DC has been ruffling feathers since the '70s, and their biggest scandals may surprise you.
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The Most Bizarre Unsolved Mysteries Of World War I
World War I might not have been as deadly as its successor, but it had just as many bizzarre incidents that remain unsolved to this day.
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Strangest Things People Have Found Underwater
Earth's underwater world is vast, largely unexplored, and often strange. Some of the stuff people have found down there is even stranger than we can imagine.
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12 Historical Artifacts That Are Said To Be Cursed
Throughout the years, artifacts have been unearthed and shed light on the history of the world. And some, the tales say, are cursed.
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The World Reacts To Donald Trump's New Gulf Of America Day Declaration
President Donald Trump declared February 9 “Gulf of America Day,” possibly using the Super Bowl as a distraction, as reactions remain decidedly mixed.
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US Presidents Who Made Huge Changes During Their Administrations
As head of the entire federal branch, the U.S. president wields immense power, and some have used it to make huge changes during their administrations.
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Unexpected Rules Christian Monks Have Followed Throughout History
Monastic life varies from one sect to the next, but all Christian monks are expected to observe the rules of their monastery -- even the surprising ones.
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The Biggest Contradictions About God In The Bible
God plays a central role throughout the many books of the Bible, so it might surprise you that there are some big contradictions about the nature of the deity.
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The Untold Truth Of Adam And Eve
The real truth of Adam and Eve is ancient, with many twists and turns.
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The Tragic Reason The Quagga Went Extinct
The quagga was a subspecies of the plains zebra that once soamed South Africa before it went extinct in the late 19th century.
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The Wild Reason The Misfits Were Arrested While On Tour
Punk band the Misfits are known for their fast riffs and over-the-top horror look. They were also once arrested on tour, and you'll never guess the reason why.
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Here's What Would Happen If You Fired A Gun In Space
The vast majority of the scientific experiments conducted in space have had to do with space itself, such as its effects on the astronauts or the spacecraft.
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Kendrick Lamar's 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show Sparks Chatter For The Wrong Reasons (Not Just Drake)
Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance left some fans feeling like he has taken his feud with Drake way too far, but it wasn't the only issue viewers had.
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The 5 Most Painful Ways To Die In The Wild West
The Wild West took place from 1865 and 1900 in the United States, and it was a different time, to say the least. There were also plenty of painful ways to die.
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The Hidden Truth Of Gene Hackman
Actor Gene Hackman starred in some of Hollywood's most iconic films from the 1960s through the 1990s, and his life's hidden truths were just as extraordinary.
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Things That Came Out About Matthew Perry After He Died
Matthew Perry was open about his struggles with substance abuse, but the things that came out about him after he died were still shocking and sad.
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Were These Elvis Presley's Final Words?
Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977 of a heart attack caused by a combination of drugs. His final words were to his fiance, Ginger Alden.
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Disturbing Details Revealed In Netflix's American Murder: Gabby Petito
In 2021, a young woman disappeared while on a cross country trip with her boyfriend, and new details are revealed in Netflix's American Murder: Gabby Petito.
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Actors Tragically Killed In Plane Crashes
Plane crashes are rare and tragic, and sometimes tragically claim the lives of people for whom drama is a livelihood. Here are some of the actors we've lost.
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The Tragedy Of Miles Teller Explained
"Whiplash" and "Top Gun: Maverick" star Miles Teller has experienced a number of tragedies, including a near-fatal car accident that almost derailed his career.
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Were These The Tragic Final Words Of Ronnie Van Zant?
Led Zeppelin singer Ronnie Van Zant died in a plane crash October 20, 1977 at age 29. There are two accounts of his reported last words.
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The Biggest Differences Between The Green Berets And Delta Force
All of the Military's Special Operations Forces are elite, but they're not all the same. Here are the differences between the Green Berets and Delta Force.
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The Unusual Thing New Orleans Bans At Mardi Gras Parades
The Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans have a reputation that anything goes, but there is an unusual law in the city that actually tracks for the unique local.
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The 10 Worst Generals Of World War I
WWI was a catastrophe on all fronts, not least of which included the actions of the military men in charge, whose screwups led to the death of thousands.
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Lesser Known Heroes Of World War II
An huge amount of people were involved in World War II but we usually only hear about a few names. Here are some of the lesser known heroes of World War II.
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Things About The Battle Of Dunkirk That Don't Make Sense
From May 26 to June 4, 1940, the Battle of Dunkirk saw the Allied forces trapped by the German Army. And there are some things about it that don't add up.
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The United States Program For WWII German POWs That No One Talks About
Much has been rehashed about World War II, but no one talks about the United States program for WWII German POWs where the U.S. gathered pivotal intelligence.
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These Were Hitler's Plans For Russia If He'd Won WWII
World War II was the deadliest conflict in human history, and if Hitler's Nazis had come out victorious, he had some plans lined up for Russia.
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The 10 Most Bizarre Coincidences Of World War II
From a possible ancient curse to a dice game ad that seemed to predict Pearl Harbor, here are some of the strange coincidences that happened during WWII.
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