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Johanna Quaas isn't too bothered by her age. And why should she be? At 86, she's still jumping, twirling and spinning on the bars. Recently, she amazed audiences at the Cottubus World Cup in Germany. The white haired athlete holds many medals. We can only hope to be half as spry as her at our age, let alone at her age.
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18 Gorgeous Photos from the International Pet Contest
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Common Misconceptions About the Roman Empire
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Do you know the origins of these 10 phrases?
16 Absolutely Unforgettable Historical Photographs
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