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  • Haystacks Calhoun, one of the squared circle’s first true giants, has now taken his place among wrestling’s greats in the WWE Hall of Fame.

    Haystacks Calhoun, one of the squared circle’s first true giants, has now taken his place among wrestling’s greats in the WWE Hall of Fame.

    December 2, 2024

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    David

    Hailing from Morgan’s Corner, Ark., the 600-pound titan emerged as an early favorite in the golden age of wrestling. Clad in overalls and wearing a horseshoe around his neck, the good-natured country boy became a fan favorite everywhere he went, taking on multiple opponents at once and, more often than…

  • In 1902, a remarkable photograph captured men posing atop a massive log raft along the Columbia River in Oregon.

    In 1902, a remarkable photograph captured men posing atop a massive log raft along the Columbia River in Oregon.

    December 2, 2024

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    David

    The raft was constructed from large, tree-length logs, all meticulously lashed together using enormous chains to create a floating platform. This incredible feat of engineering was typical of the lumber industry at the time, where logs were often transported down rivers for processing. The image showcases the scale and strength…

  • The History Mogusii, the father of Abagusii with his brothers

    The History Mogusii, the father of Abagusii with his brothers

    December 2, 2024

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    David

    Mogusii, the father of Abagusii with his brothers moved on to Mount Masaba (Mount Elgon) along River Nzoia where they noticed that their large group had lessened in number. While crossing river Nzoia a baby girl was born and named Kwamboka – which means crossing*.From Mount Elgon Abagusii moved to…

  • Earthworms pull leaves into the soil

    Earthworms pull leaves into the soil

    December 2, 2024

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    David

    Having spent over 40 yrs on this earth and having a fairly decent understanding and interest in and of the fairly mundane nature of the UK (compared to other parts of the world) I found out something a few years back that completley surprised me… earthworms pull leaves into the…

  • Roman crocodile armor

    Roman crocodile armor

    December 2, 2024

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    David

    Roman crocodile armor, dating back to the 3 century AD, was a form of protective gear crafted from the tough hide of Nile crocodiles. The Romans likely adopted this type of armor during their conquests in Egypt and other regions where crocodiles were prevalent. Crocodile armor was not as widely…

  • Persecution of Buddhists

    November 30, 2024

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    David

     Persecution of Buddhists Many adherents of Buddhism have experienced religious persecution TV. Many adherents of Buddhism have experienced religious persecution because of their adherence to the Buddhist practice, including unwarranted arrests, imprisonment, beating, torture, and/or execution. The term also may be used in reference to the confiscation or destruction of property, temples, monasteries, centers…

  • This one always gave me the chills, and it’s because of the story behind it

    November 30, 2024

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    David

    This one always gave me the chills, and it’s because of the story behind it. This is a newly freed slave with a blacksmith cutting his shackle off: This photo was taken in 1907 after Slavery was outlawed in most of the known world—but still being practiced as part of…

  • Ötzi – The Man from the Past

    Ötzi – The Man from the Past

    November 30, 2024

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    David

    Ötzi is the name given to one of the best-preserved mummified bodies in Europe. The body was found in the Ötztal Alps in 1991, and investigations show that it lived over 5000 years ago (approx. 3400–3100 BC). After his death, the body became dehydrated, and his remains were naturally mummified…

  • 19-year-old Kenyan Man Nailed To A Tree For Stealing Radio

    November 30, 2024

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    David

    Police has rescued a 19-year-old man who was nailed to a tree on suspicion of stealing a radio in Kenya. Collins Sambaya, from Chamasili village in Sabatia sub-county was injured by one Elvis Irime, who nailed both his palms to a tree on Friday, February 18. North Izava location Chief…

  • A Woman Let Strangers Do Whatever They Wanted To Her Body For 6 Hours — And The Results Were Awful

    November 30, 2024

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    David

    Yugoslavian performance artist Marina Abramović is the woman many credit as “the grandmother of performance art.” She was featured on Sex and the City and collaborated with James Franco. Somehow, her celebrated 1988 art piece, “The Lovers: the Great Wall Walk” — in which she and her longtime lover and collaborator Ulay…

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