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10 Most Infamous Stains in History

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Spills are a daily occurrence, but some leave an indelible mark on history. Here are 10 spots that no amount of cleaner can ever wash away from the public record.

10 of the Worst People in History: A Leadership Hall of Infamy

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This list focuses on historical figures whose leadership decisions led to mass murder, genocide, and horrific losses across generations.

The Inspiring, Tragic Story of Sophie Scholl, the Student Who Defied Hitler

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At just 21, Sophie Scholl fought a murderous regime - not with guns and grenades, but with ideas and ideals. This ultimately led to her execution.

Who Is the Youngest Serial Killer Ever?

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Serial killers have long captured public attention with their upsetting stories, but there are few things more tragic than a murder by a child.

Why Can't You Wear White After Labor Day? Here's the Scoop

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In the John Waters movie "Serial Mom," a murderous mom (Kathleen Turner) attacks a woman for wearing white at the wrong time of year.

Typhoid Mary Was the Original Super Spreader

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Mary Mallon was an Irish immigrant working as a cook in New York. She was a carrier of typhoid fever, but was she really a ruthless murderer?

11 of the World's Worst Serial Killers

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Some serial killers have murdered more than 100 people. Who are the worst serial killers, and why did they do it?

Why Did Hundreds of Americans 'Drink the Kool-Aid' at Jonestown?

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In 1978, hundreds of followers of the Rev. Jim Jones died in Guyana, after being either coerced into suicide by their charismatic leader or actually murdered.

'My Brother's Keeper': Cain, Abel and the World's First Sibling Rivalry

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Cain and Abel are depicted in the Bible as the first pair of brothers and also the first case of murder on Earth. But what does the story really mean?

Asian Giant Hornets Are Now in the U.S. and That's Really Bad

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The deadly Asian giant hornet, the largest hornet in the world, was seen in the U.S. for the first time in 2019. It's nickname? The 'murder hornet.'

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