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Pulgasari: the Crazy Story of North Korea’s Godzilla Rip-Off
Read more: Pulgasari: the Crazy Story of North Korea’s Godzilla Rip-Off“Pulgasari” is a North Korean film created by kidnapped director Shin Sang-ok as a rip-off of “Godzilla.” It follows a monster born from rice that grows to immense size, ultimately consuming both liberators and their tools. The film reflects North Korea’s oppressive regime and was later released internationally under Kim Jong-il’s oversight.
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What is the Shortest Poem?
Read more: What is the Shortest Poem?There is some debate about which poetic work has the distinction of being the shortest poem on record. Take a look at the two leading contenders. Fortunately, it won’t take you very long to read them both and decide for yourself.
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The Unsolved Mystery of the Last Words of Albert Einstein
Read more: The Unsolved Mystery of the Last Words of Albert EinsteinExplore the enigma of the last words of Albert Einstein, spoken in German and left untranslated. Discover the story of his last moments and their lasting mystery.
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Meet the Man Who Proposed the First Mission to the Moon… in 1638!
Read more: Meet the Man Who Proposed the First Mission to the Moon… in 1638!Dr. John Wilkins was definitely a man ahead of his time. When he proposed the first manned mission to the moon, he knew he would have to wait for technology to catch up to his ideas. It’s unlikely, however, that he ever imagined the wait would be 331 years.
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Michelangelo’s Last Judgment on an Unwelcomed Critic
Read more: Michelangelo’s Last Judgment on an Unwelcomed CriticNo one enjoys receiving criticism. Even the greatest artists in history dislike critiques. Unlike the rest of us, great artists have a way of getting even that should give all of us a moment’s pause before offering an unsolicited judgment of someone else’s work.
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The Wackiest Medical Codes for the Strangest Conditions
Read more: The Wackiest Medical Codes for the Strangest ConditionsDiscover the strangest ICD-10 medical codes—from being struck by a duck to injuries in prison swimming pools. Explore the weird, funny, and baffling side of healthcare bureaucracy.
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The 1956 Olympic Torch Hoax
Read more: The 1956 Olympic Torch HoaxThe Olympic torch is one of the most recognizable and time-honored symbols in the world. Whenever it appears in a city, it is a time of rejoicing as we honor the international cooperation of athletic competition. There was one time, however, when the torch evoked laughter and ridicule. The occasion went down in history as…
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The Deathly Serious Queen Mary of Teck
Read more: The Deathly Serious Queen Mary of TeckIt is not an exaggeration to say Queen Mary of Teck (1867-1953) took things very seriously. One could even say her attitude was deathly serious.
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Parisian Parrots Protect People From Planes
Read more: Parisian Parrots Protect People From PlanesDuring World War I, citizens of Paris were quick to contribute to the war effort in any way possible. Parisians of all walks of left chipped in, whether poor or rich, young or old. Although their contribution does not fill many pages in the history books, even the birds lent a hand — well, a…
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Michelangelo and the Foul Footwear
Read more: Michelangelo and the Foul FootwearMichelangelo, despite being a legendary creative genius, had poor personal hygiene habits. His biographer Ascanio Condivi described how he often slept in his clothes and boots due to cramp, leading to skin issues. Giorgio Vasari remarked that his long-worn dog-skin buskins were so bonded to his legs they became part of him.
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The Search to Uncover the Legendary Secret Graveyard of Video Games
Read more: The Search to Uncover the Legendary Secret Graveyard of Video GamesIt was April 2014, and the excavators approached the rumored burial site with high hopes. Many expressed doubt that the place even existed. Those who were in the best position to know had publicly stated that the site was an urban legend. Despite the naysayers, there was a loyal group of true believers who were…
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Mo Udall’s Political Wit
Read more: Mo Udall’s Political WitAlthough unsuccessful in his 1976 run for the presidency, few people have outshown the political wit of Mo Udall. Read some of his best political humor here.
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This Honor Would Be the Death of Him
Read more: This Honor Would Be the Death of HimCaptain John Kendrick’s life was filled with excitement and surprise. So was his death.
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Visit the Island Where Rabbits Reign
Read more: Visit the Island Where Rabbits ReignReaders of this site know that rabbits can be fearsome creatures that have struck terror in the hearts of the President Jimmy Carter and Napoleon Bonaparte. Most people, however, think of rabbits are the most skittish of animals, scampering away at the first sight of an approaching human. There is one place where neither of…
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Meet the Tiny Animal That Can Support the Weight of an Adult Man
Read more: Meet the Tiny Animal That Can Support the Weight of an Adult ManWhen it comes to super-strength, it makes sense to look for a superhero. This is true in nature, just as it is in comic books. In true superhero fashion, the extra-strong marvel of the animal world looks tiny and unassuming, but when put to the test, the hero shrew proves once again that looks can…
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