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22 Old Photos That Really Make History Come Alive
Looking through these old black and white photos you can really learn a lot about history and the world. These 22 photos generates that mind-blowing spark and teaches you something new.
6 Amazing Sea Survival Stories That'll Blow You Away!
Tales of surviving against all odds at sea has fascinated man for centuries. Here are 6 such incredible tales.
Meet the 13 Most Influential Japanese Gods and Goddesses
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The Many Ways Companies Try to Avoid Age Discrimination Claims
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25 Incredible Facts About the Famous Genghis Khan
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18 Films That Remind Us How Brutal Winter Can Be
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Your Mind Does Play Tricks On You, Say Neuroscientists
There are many sensory tricks that your mind plays on you. Find out about the different phenomena that neuroscientists have discovered over the decades.
Benjamin Franklin's Wisdom Has Echoed Throughout the Ages
In addition to being one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, Benjamin Franklin left many a thought to ponder. Here are 15 of his most famous quotes.
These Famous Characters Are Based On Real People!
Did you know that certain characters draw heavily on real-life people? Here are 10 iconic characters that were based on people that really existed.
The MOST Shocking False Etymologies in English
If a word's history sounds too good, it probably is.
Check Out These Rare and Fascinating Antonyms!
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WATCH: The Incredible Kindness of Strangers Is Wonderful
Strangers can be incredibly compassionate, and this is just as true when helping out an animal in distress. Watch this heart-warming video.
10 Truly Bizarre Facts About Life in Ancient Rome
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Every Common Phrase Started Somehow...
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