Trees on federal property are protected by law. They cannot simply be cut down, especially if there is no objective or logical reason behind them. But did you know that a billionaire was able to cut down federally protected trees for his own personal gain? Billionaire Redskins Owner Dan Snyder made a shady deal with […]
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Members of royal families are required to follow specific rules. They have dress codes, how they carry themselves in public, and usually aren’t allowed to join public events without strict security measures. But did you know that a crowned prince once joined a sporting event without anyone knowing? King Willem joined the ‘Elfstedentocht’ in 1986.
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Pollution has been an inherent challenge to many countries, and it is usually the by-product of progress and industrialization. While pollution, in general, causes several health risks, did you know about The Great Smog of London in the 1950s? In December of 1952, London’s fog turned to deadly smog. It killed almost 4,000 Londoners and
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Grave robbers have been present since Egyptian times. These thieves pillaged tombs to steal jewelry and other precious belongings. In modern times, grave robbers stole carcasses to sell to medical schools for a quick buck. But some robbers have more bizarre reasons for stealing corpses. Did you hear about John Barrymore’s corpse? Drew Barrymore’s grandfather,
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Even the tiniest miscalculation can cause grave flaws in the infrastructure built. But did you know a small engineering error created one of the most iconic structures in Italy? The Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the most majestic structural buildings of old Italy, is made entirely of white marble. Though its exterior design is
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We often do not know the personal struggles certain performers or celebrities go through. While their lives may seem so glamorous, there are times when it’s not all glitz and glam. Did you know that Bing Crosby had a challenging time performing for the American servicemen in France? Bing Crosby sang “White Christmas” for the
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Some overzealous individuals still consider alcohol consumption as a sin in this modern-day age. One church published an ad in the hopes of spreading their belief. But did you know an ingenious bar owner used their ad as free advertisement? In 2016, the Anchor of Hope Baptist Church ran an ad claiming that Craft Beer
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New York City’s unsolvable rat infestation concern is an undeniable health hazard as rats are carriers of numerous zoonotic diseases. Regardless of the countless efforts of New York City to tackle their rodent problem, the rats persist, even producing subpopulations in distinct parts of the city. In a 2017 study, researchers have discovered the distinct
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Celebrities and royalties often get their fair share of fans. While it is not unusual that some fans become obsessed, others go to great lengths and act upon their obsessions. A perfect example of this is the case of Edward Jones and his obsession with Queen Victoria. In 1838, a teenager was featured on the
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Criminals are often sentenced according to the severity of their crimes, and we often hear life sentences for murderers. But we are also well aware of how the justice system can be flawed. But did you know that there was a serial killer who was released after serving less than a fourth of his original
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