The Great Fire of London (1666): Strange Facts Behind the Famous Disaster
The Great Fire of London wasn’t just a disaster—it was full of odd decisions and strange moments. Here are the quirkiest facts from 1666.
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The First Birther Controversy: Was The 21st President Secretly Canadian?
Read more: The First Birther Controversy: Was The 21st President Secretly Canadian?The eligibility of US presidents has sparked conspiracies since the country’s beginning. Chester A. Arthur was the subject of the nation’s first Birther Controversy when he faced claims of being born outside the USA, but evidence disproved them. Despite unsettling rumors, Arthur focused on political challenges, surprising allies with support for civil service reform. Today,…
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Gilligans Island and the Strange Tale of the 7 Deadly Castaways
Read more: Gilligans Island and the Strange Tale of the 7 Deadly CastawaysWe all know Gilligans Island, the 1964-1967 sitcom, but do you know the wild fan theory that the castaways represent the seven deadly sins?
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Be More Than What You Are Doing: Chester Arthur’s Strategy For Success
Read more: Be More Than What You Are Doing: Chester Arthur’s Strategy For Success“Be fit for more than the thing you are now doing. Let everyone know that you have a reserve in yourself; that you have more power than you are now using. If you are not too large for the place you occupy, you are too small for it.“ — Chester A. Arthur
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Lucy’s Quest For Wisdom
Read more: Lucy’s Quest For Wisdom“In life, all good things come hard, but wisdom is the hardest to come by.” — Lucille Ball
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C.S. Lewis Quote: Defying the Herd Mentality
Read more: C.S. Lewis Quote: Defying the Herd Mentality“ When the whole world is running towards a cliff, he who is running in the opposite direction appears to have lost his mind.” — C.S. Lewis
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The Curious Case of the Absent Cat: Why Cats are Missing from the Bible
Read more: The Curious Case of the Absent Cat: Why Cats are Missing from the BibleThe Bible includes a plethora of animal references, but notably lacks mention of domestic cats, sparking various theories. Cats may have been deemed unworthy, not native to the region, overshadowed by dogs, or associated with paganism. Despite their absence, the Bible’s diverse animal imagery invites ongoing fascination and contemplation.
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From Karaoke King to Cockroach Killer: The Unlikely Journey of a Musical Innovator
Read more: From Karaoke King to Cockroach Killer: The Unlikely Journey of a Musical InnovatorDo you have a secret passion to be a pop star? Have you ever dreamt about taking the microphone and performing before an enraptured audience, wowing the spectators as you belt out your favorite song? What is holding you back? Is it a concern about lack of musical talent? OK, so you don’t have the…
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John Wayne’s Observations on Life
Read more: John Wayne’s Observations on Life“Life is hard; it’s harder if you’re stupid.” — John Wayne
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Inspiring Creativity: George S. Patton’s Leadership Approach
Read more: Inspiring Creativity: George S. Patton’s Leadership Approach“Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity.” — George S. Patton
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Bob Newhart On Country Music
Read more: Bob Newhart On Country Music“I don’t like country music, but I don’t mean to denigrate those who do. And for the people who like country music, denigrate means ‘put down’.” — Bob Newhart
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From President to Pariah: The Scathing Obituary of John Tyler
Read more: From President to Pariah: The Scathing Obituary of John TylerJohn Tyler, the 10th President of the United States, faced a controversial legacy. He supported the Confederacy and was viewed as a traitor upon his death. His obituary in The New York Times was critical. After his presidency, Tyler led a tumultuous public life and died amid the ruins of his native state, Virginia.
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Skull-duggery at Mount Vernon: What Happened to George Washington’s Skull?
Read more: Skull-duggery at Mount Vernon: What Happened to George Washington’s Skull?Few names are revered more than that of George Washington. As the father of his country and first president of the United States, he was, as Major General Henry Lee eulogized him, “First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen.” That doesn’t mean everyone held him in complete respect.…
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Sir Evelyn Wood: The Unstoppable, Unbreakable, Accident-Prone Hero of the British Empire
Read more: Sir Evelyn Wood: The Unstoppable, Unbreakable, Accident-Prone Hero of the British EmpireDo you like adventure stories? If so, this has the makings of being your lucky day. Who needs fictional figures such as Indiana Jones, Crocodile Dundee, or Allan Quartermaine, when we have a real-life hero whose exploits leave those fictional guys in the dust? Gather ’round and join us on a wild ride through the…
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How a President’s Coffee Commentary Produced a Memorable Slogan
Read more: How a President’s Coffee Commentary Produced a Memorable SloganThere’s nothing like a good cup of coffee — especially a strong, robust cup of coffee. We’re not talking about the kind that is strong enough to make you into a psychopath, but perhaps the kind that will fire you up enough to grab a gun and go hunting for bears. Does that sound intriguing…
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From Frenemies to Bitter Foes: What John Quincy Adams Really Thought About Andrew Jackson
Read more: From Frenemies to Bitter Foes: What John Quincy Adams Really Thought About Andrew JacksonWhat did John Quincy Adams really think about Andrew Jackson? Find out when he commented on the news about Jackson’s death.
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