Serial killers have always shocked and fascinated people. Over recent decades, we have made huge strides in understanding the motives and psyche of serial killers. But 40 years ago it was a different world. America was on the cusp of the DNA breakthrough that would lead to solving numerous unsolved murder cases. But during this […]
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Bettie Page is not a name that everyone knows today, but during the 1950s she was one of the most recognizable pinups in the world. She was a trailblazing model and one of the most photographed women of her era. However, beyond the lens and the allure of her pinup images, Bettie Page’s life was
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For those who revel in the heart-pounding excitement of plummeting down steep drops, twisting through loops, and feeling the rush of adrenaline as G-forces push you into your seat, the world of roller coasters has long been a source of ultimate thrills. Yet, what if there was a roller coaster that transcends the bounds of
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Ancient Rome was celebrated for its significant contributions to architecture, literature, and politics. It was also a society where certain aspects of sexual expression and relationships exhibited a degree of openness and complexity that still shocks people today. During the reign of Emperor Nero, homosexuality, though not openly discussed or embraced, could still be found
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Manuela Escobar is not a name you will find in the history books. She’s not a celebrity nor is she a famous inventor. In fact, Manuela Escobar is a remarkably ordinary person who just happens to be related to one of history’s most notorious criminals. Manuela’s father was Pablo Escobar, the infamous Colombian drug lord
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Scaphism is a term that sends shivers down the spine. It encapsulates one of the most gruesome and horrifying methods of punishment ever devised. It is a method of execution that straddled the thin line between cruelty and sadism. Scaphism was not merely a form of physical torment but a diabolical orchestration of prolonged suffering.
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Military history is filled with tales of elite groups of fighters that stand apart from the regular military. Exceptional fighters who have proven themselves in battle. These groups were called on for special missions. They had reputations for being the best of the best and were known worldwide. They struck fear into their enemies. Examples
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Throughout the history of the United States, there have been many landmark court cases. These have paved the way for more equality and an equal shot at the American dream. Brown v. Board of Education, Hernandez v. Texas, and Obergefell v. Hodges have played a crucial role in shaping the landscape of equality. The outcomes
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Humans have always been fascinated with mythology and folklore. Every culture around the world has its own myths or legends that help to explain the unexplainable. In ancient times, mythological figures were revered as Gods, demons, or heroes, and often taught a moral lesson. Today, many of these myths and legends have found their way
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If you’re someone who loves role-playing games, whether it be tabletop or video games, then you owe a lot to the man who pretty much invented the genre. Gary Gygax is known as the father of the RPG for his role in co-creating the phenomenon known as Dungeons & Dragons (D&D). This game, with its
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