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Isis: Goddess of Funeral Rites and Healing in Ancient Egypt
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Isis, goddess of healing and funeral rites, was one of the most important Egyptian deities and arguably one of the most prominent female deities in the ancient world.
What's the world's hardest puzzle?
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What is the world's hardest puzzle? There are a lot of challenging puzzles out there, but find out which one is the world's hardest puzzle.
The MOAB Bomb: A Massive Force, But No Match for Nukes
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The MOAB is the largest nonnuclear bomb ever used by the U.S. So what makes it OK to drop this bomb and not a nuclear warhead? We dive in to find out.
5 Fascinating Egyptian Gods and Goddesses You Should Know
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Prime god Ra died every night and was reborn every morning. The goddess Neith defied gender norms and stereotypes as a great warrior. These are just two of the fascinating stories from Egyptian mythology.
The 'Downton Abbey' Quiz
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Do you have the inside track on the downstairs gossip? Know all the whispers from the drawing room? Take our "Downton Abbey" quiz to test how well you know your English manor and the various intrigues that make it scintillating.
What is Google Wallet?
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Google Wallet aims to make purchasing electronic. Find out the technologies behind Google Wallet and what Google Wallet can do.
Paganism Is the Oldest, Newest Religion
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Originally, 'Pagan' was a putdown for the country folk who continued to worship the old Roman gods, rather than embracing Christianity. Today, paganism is having a resurgence but with a modern twist.
Classic Toys & Games
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The toy picture gallery has photos of the most popular toys of all time. Check out the pictures of dolls, action figures, and building blocks.
How Digital Wallets Work
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If you've ever lamented how overstuffed your wallet is or how it's putting a crick in your back, fear not: its digital doppelganger is here to save the day. Well, maybe. We weigh the pros and cons of e-wallets in this article.
The Infamous Cults Quiz
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Some cults promote harsh conservative judgment; some are more into free love and spaceships. Others are incredibly dangerous, harming their own members and innocent people. With this quiz, we'll see how much you really know about infamous cults.