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How Cannibalism Works
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Cannibalism is a topic that's widely misunderstood and feared -- especially in the Western world. Learn about cannibalism and ancient and modern practitioners.
Old Railroads
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The age of old railroads saw the birth of the first railroad lines and mass transportation on rail. Read more about old railroads in America.
How Capitalism Works
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Capitalism is, in essence, economic freedom. Learn about the state of capitalism today and the basic approaches to a modern economic system.
Why Is a Rabbit's Foot Considered Lucky?
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Carrying around an animal's body part is pretty creepy. But many people don't bat an eyelash at the idea that a rabbit's foot brings good fortune - for humans, anyway.
Voltaire Was an Enlightenment Celebrity Who Would've Loved Social Media
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Before there was a Madonna, Bono or Beyoncé, the one-named Voltaire was Europe's first truly modern celebrity.
Top 10 Ancient Chinese Inventions
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The ancient Chinese brought us many great innovations, including some that we take for granted in the modern world. Let's examine 10 of ancient China's greatest inventions.
How Currency Works
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Currency is a complex aspect of human civilization. Find out all about these symbols of financial value.
How Trains Work
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We humans are mobile. Long before flight, FusionMan or even your average automobile arrived on the scene, trains were transporting us all over civilization. How did we get from horse-drawn carts to high-speed trains?
28 Industrial Revolution Inventions That Shaped Our World
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Many inventions during the Industrial Revolution caused Europeans and Americans to move from an agricultural economy to an industrial one and changed the world forever. What were the top 10?
What Did Jesus Look Like? Analyzing Historical Evidence
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The true appearance of Jesus Christ has been a topic of fascination and debate for centuries. Traditional Western art often portrays him with long, flowing hair, blue eyes and a beard, but these depictions are more reflective of European aesthetics than historical accuracy. This begs question: What did Jesus look like?