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The Man in Black Stood Up: Johnny Cash's History of Activism
Johnny Cash didn't just sing about the downtrodden. He showed up for them. From Native American rights to prison reform and disability advocacy, here's the full story of his activism.


How Fred Astaire Danced on the Ceiling in Royal Wedding (1951)
How did Fred Astaire dance on the ceiling in Royal Wedding (1951)? Discover the rotating room, strapped cameraman, and brilliant engineering behind one of Hollywood's greatest illusions.


Zeudi Araya: From Miss Eritrea to Italian Cinema Icon
Zeudi Araya went from beauty queen in Eritrea to cult star of 1970s Italian cinema, Playboy cover girl, and the woman who helped preserve Cinema Paradiso. Her story is unlike anyone else's.
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