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Known as “the first great woman in history of whom we are informed,” Hatshepsut reigned as Pharaoh of Egypt during the 15th century BC. While she isn’t the first name that comes to people’s minds when they think of Egyptian rulers, Hatshepsut’s legacy …

It’s no surprise that Diana Ross was Motown’s biggest breakout star. After all, she clearly had the drive to make it to the top…and she wasn’t afraid to step on a few people on her way up the ladder. But no amount of ambition could save Ross from a lif…

Being alone can be freeing. It’s the opportunity to sing loudly and off-key or use the bathroom with the door wide open. But when there’s a crash, bang, or thud, that feeling of freedom disappears. These Redditors shared their terrifying stories of bei…

Sharon Tate was just 26 years old when she became a victim of the Manson family murders. But she was so much more than that. She was an actress, wife, soon-to-be mother, daughter, and friend. A natural beauty, she was kind and warm-hearted according to…

Anne Lister kept a diary where she divulged the dirty details of her scandalous lovemaking. To protect these sordid confessions from prying eyes, she invented a special code that wasn’t cracked for years. This queer icon wrote about every woman she eve…

“I don’t play villains, I play very interesting people.”—Alan Rickman. Actor Alan Rickman certainly made his roles something much more than villains—a rare feat that not every actor can boast. Famous for his iconic roles in Die Hard and Robin Hood: Pri…

First dates aren’t just awkward for the two people on it, but for everyone around them. The awkward silences, random outbursts, and just all-around confusion do make the best stories. The secondhand cringe, horror, or pity can be felt by fellow patrons…

Teachers often have a tough time getting students to pay attention. Kids love to push boundaries, and sometimes they love to push adults to the breaking point. But there are a few teachers who have a natural gift for commanding the esteem of their pupi…

There was only one thing that Barbara Hutton truly wanted—a Prince to match her unbelievable fortune. However, she soon realized that being an eligible socialite was far more dangerous than she’d ever imagined. As fortune-hunting suitors seduced her in…

In the late 1960s, three musicians formed the British rock band Cream. While most of you would recognize the band’s guitarist, Eric Clapton, fewer will probably recognize the name of the band’s drummer. This drummer was Ginger Baker, and we advise you …