Fought in the United States between 1861 to 1865, the American Civil War is described as one of the darkest times in United States history. Brother fought against brother over several reasons, although primarily over the controversy of slavery in the United States. The states that remained loyal to the United States were known as the Union with the southern states that succeeded calling themselves the Confederate States of America. The conflict is the bloodiest and most costly war ever fought on American soil, changing the trajectory of the United States forever. These photos salvaged from the Civil War show what that time was really like.

Gruesome Civil War Photos Released From The Government Vault (Rare & Vintage Photos Of The Civil War)

A female tourist in the UK is likely regretting one stop on her tour of London ... as she had an unfortunate encounter with one of King Charles' guard horses.

King Charles' Guard Horse Bites Unsuspecting Tourist

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One of the most significant shipwreck finds of recent times was made in an ostensibly unlikely place: a southwest African desert.The Bom Jesus (The Good Jesus), a Portuguese ship, set sail for India from Lisbon on 7 March, 1533, when it got caught up in a devastating storm.The vessel, which was laden with treasures, seemed to disappear without a trace until, in 2008, its remains were finally discovered along with around $13 million-worth of gold coins.It was unearthed by diamond miners in a desert on the coast of Namibia, who had drained a man-made lagoon in the area.Dr Dieter Noli,...

Long-lost ship packed with gold discovered in the African desert

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

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THIS is the moment commuters stopped in their tracks as a trio of Egyptian Gods descended upon the capital. The mysterious figures adorned with the jackal-headed mask of Anubis - God of the afterlife - embraced modern life such as waiting at a bus stop, emerging from the Piccadilly Circus underground and strolling through Regent Street.

Strange moment drivers come to a halt as mysterious figures dressed as Egyptian Gods stroll through busy London street

Editor's note: This article was originally published on February 24, 2023. It has since been updated. Angela Davis is a 79-year-old author and symbol of the Black Power movement. As a political activist and truth seeker, Davis appeared on the February 21, 2023, episode of "Finding Your Roots" to uncover the mysteries of her family's past. Hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr., the show presented Davis with some answers to questions she'd had for decades. The first question posed to Gates' team was to find the identity of Davis' maternal grandparents, whom her mother, Sallye Bell, never knew. Though they were unable to learn her grandmother's name, the team was able to trace her father's identity: John Austin Darden, a white Alabama lawyer. When Davis saw a photo of Darden, she noted the family resemblance, "He has my mother's lips. It's so funny, I can see her in him". The team also learned that Darden had four sons and two daughters, leaving the possibility that her mother had other Black half-siblings.

Angela Davis 'can't believe' ancestral lineage after finding she's a descendant of the Mayflower pilgrim

Archaeologists have uncovered what they believe to be signs of prehistoric life in Faversham in Kent. The Kent Archaeological Society believes it has found a burial site dating back between 1,500 and 3,000 years at Lees Court Estate. The discoveries from the dig include flint chippings produced by tool making,...

Archaeologists uncover signs of prehistoric life

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Archaeologists uncovered a rare hoard of Persian gold coins in the ancient city of Notion in Turkey that most likely belonged to a wealthy mercenary soldier.

Pot filled with gold coins buried by soldier 2400-year-ago discovered

In a remarkable discovery, archaeologists have identified a stone wall in an Italian forest, revealing a historical site where the legendary gladiator Spartacus clashed with the Roman army. This significant find was initially brought to attention by local environmentalists who stumbled upon the wall and promptly alerted the experts. Advanced...

Archaeologists Uncover Battle Site of Spartacus's Clash with Roman Army in Italian Forest

Excavations last year at Notion, an ancient city-state near the modern-day city of Selcuk, in western Turkey. A 2,400-year-old hoard of Persian coins that archaeologists from the University of Michigan found offers insights into the political landscape around the time of the Peloponnesian War. (Notion Archaeological Project/University of Michigan via The New York Times)

Archaeologists find a 2,400-year-old 'pot of gold' in Turkey

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Archaeologists have found a shrouded skeleton that was buried around 2,200 years ago in a tomb with extravagant murals.

Identity of 2,200-year-old skeleton in 'Tomb of Cerberus' is a mystery

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Beneath a parking lot in Hamburg, Germany, lie three WWII-era U-boats that were housed at Elbe II and buried after the conflict.

There Are Three U-boats Entombed Beneath a Parking Lot in Germany's Second-Largest City

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Though BI's reporter took steps to avoid tourists when she visited the Colosseum, she found it was too crowded to enjoy Rome's iconic attraction.

Disappointing photos show what it was really like to visit the Colosseum in Rome

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 Torrential rains in Brazil have eroded parts of a fossil site, revealing what scientists think could be the world’s oldest known dinosaur skeletons.The “almost fully preserved” dinosaur fossil, discovered next to a reservoir in Brazil’s southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul, could be around 233 million years old, researchers say.They suspect the fossil creature lived during the Triassic Period, when all of the Earth’s continents were a single landmass called Pangea, and dinosaurs had just emerged.Researchers suspect the unearthed fossil belongs to a member of the Herrerasauridae family of carnivorous dinosaurs that grew to about 2.5m in length.These...

Heavy rains in Brazil unearth what could be world’s oldest dinosaur fossil

The Pacific (2010) delivers an authentic portrayal of the fighting in the Pacific Theater during World War II, highlighting the difficulties encountered by American troops, particularly the US Marines, in their struggle against Japan. Based on real-life Marines, the characters in the series exhibit remarkable bravery and unwavering dedication to their patriotic duty.

The Incredible True Stories Behind the HBO Miniseries ‘The Pacific’

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A 55-year-old American tourist died after taking ill during an excursion on the southern side of Mount Etna, in Sicily, Italy's alpine rescue service said Friday. Rescuers said the cause of his illness was still unknown, but warned against the risk of high temperatures coupled with humidity that may prove dangerous for tourists who usually have no specific preparation for such excursions. After being alerted on Thursday afternoon, the alpine rescue team and an air ambulance reached the man in a remote area.  Attempts to revive him were unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead at the scene before his...

American tourist dead after suddenly getting sick on Sicily's Mount Etna

You probably know Italy as a country famous for its art, history, and cuisine. But what if we told you that this stunning place also has a dark and bizarre side to it? We’re talking about destinations so unique that they can even leave the most seasoned travelers in awe. From eerie witch villages to ancient mysteries — Italy’s weirdest places offer unforgettable experiences that go beyond the usual tourist attractions. So, if you feel the itch to explore this gorgeous place, but you don’t want to do it in the touristy way — here are the weirdest places in Italy that you should add to your bucket list.

The Weirdest Places in Italy That Will Leave You in Awe

We can confidently say that the computer is a modern-day invention. However, certain findings may prove that is unlikely. A 2000-year-old hunk of metal with gears on it was found near the island of Antikythera in Greece 120 years ago and left people questioning everything we know about computers. The piece of metal was anything but ordinary. It is now believed to be the oldest known computer on the planet and was found among various other things in a shipwreck near the island, per BBC.

Discovery of 2000-year-old computer from ancient Greece has left everyone confused

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Video recorded Tuesday shows activity from Italy’s Mount Etna, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Watch: Lava explodes out of Italy's Mount Etna volcano

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World’s Only Running Tiger I to Make Final Appearance of 2024 at Tiger Day Autumn

The second of two annual events centered around the world’s only running Tiger I tank is right around the corner. Put on by the Tank Museum...

World’s Only Running Tiger I to Make Final Appearance of 2024 at Tiger Day Autumn

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