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Excerpts from the diaries were published in other publications around the world, like the Sunday Times, despite uncertainty about their authenticity. After forensic analysis, the diaries were proven to be a fake. The diaries were produced by Konrad Kujau, a petty criminal who frequently produced counterfeits.
Since opening in 1995, the country's largest airport has spurred a variety of conspiracy theories. Some believe the runways form a hate symbol, while others believe its giant horse statue is cursed.
The famous phrase, "hocus pocus", combines Latin and gibberish. It's a silly series of words often said during magic tricks. The phrase naturally evolved into "hoax" over time through spoken language.
The "Paul is Dead" theory proposes the famous Beatle died in a car crash and was replaced by a McCartney lookalike. The idea gained traction after a student's article exploring the topic was published in 1969. Some fans believe The Beatles left clues of McCartney's passing in their songs.
Francisco de Goya's portrait "The Duke of Wellington" was believed to be seized by a criminal mastermind. In reality, a 60-something cabby named Kempton Bunton confessed to the crime about four years later. In 2021, it was revealed that he was actually covering for the actions of his son. The heist has since been immortalized in the film "The Duke."
From the most shocking accounts of abductions and UFO sightings to an interview with a Harvard professor about these claims, dive into fascinating stories about run-ins with ETs that have continued to be told for decades.
Described by the photographer as the "white ghost of the Mediterranean forest," the Lynx is a vulnerable species. Catching the genetic anomaly on camera is a testament to conservation efforts that began in 2011.
"Through this unique means, I convey to you and all mankind, America’s wish for peace on Earth and goodwill to men everywhere."
"Your failures are your accomplishments because it makes you prepared for whatever it is that you are going to do next."
One of the most famous portraits ever taken is "Afghan Girl" by Steve McCurry. Sharbat Gula, the subject of the photo, was not credited until 2002 for her role in the famous National Geographic cover, and continued to live in poverty after the photo was taken.
