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7 Little-Known Historical Figures Who Made a Big Impact

For every famous name, there are dozens of deserving personalities who have been forgotten. Here's a handful of influential figures who have affected our lives in ways big and small, from the inventor of Duct tape to one of the world's first pop music stars.

5 Surprising Facts About the Hollywood Sign

For nearly a century, the Hollywood sign has been an emblem of the film industry. A symbol that looms this large over a town is bound to break a few expectations, so here are five things you probably didn't know about one of California's most famous landmarks.

Our Most Interesting Facts About Inventions

Did you know that the inventor of the stop sign couldn't drive, or that a dentist helped create the cotton candy machine? Here are some of our greatest invention stories from around the site.

Our Most Interesting Facts About Famous Leaders

Who's the only President to file a patent? Which VP wrote a hit pop song? And which Civil War general gave us the word "sideburns"? These facts about leaders past and present shed some light on lesser-known aspects of some of the most famous figures in history.