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The infamous 1962 World Cup clash between Chile and Italy became known as the Battle of Santiago—a match so violent it inspired the yellow and red card system used today.
Chris Wheatley|
London's Natural History Museum is home to a stolen gem that may still be causing misfortune to its owners.
Eden Gordon|
Schiermonnikoog: the Dutch island that served as the Nazi’s last holdout in Europe.
Tim Brinkhof|
'The Wizard of Oz' was an artistic and technological marvel of its time, but it all came at the expense of its cast and crew.
Meagan Bojarski|
Throughout history, powerful and eccentric individuals have been suspected or persecuted for vampirism. Here are some of them.
Tim Brinkhof|
From hanging myths to Victorian thieves, the story behind "pulling your leg" is full of colorful theories—and very little certainty.
Chris Wheatley|
Why are mirrors covered after death in some cultures? From superstition to Jewish mourning traditions, here’s what the practice means.
Paul Anthony Jones|
A genetic disorder and its ghastly symptoms inspired the myths of bloodthirsty vampires.
Chelsea Thatcher|