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Was the Cullinan Diamond a Royal Gift or Stolen Gem?

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It was the world's largest diamond when mined and today it's cut into nine gems that are all part of the British Crown Jewels. But since the death of Queen Elizabeth II, questions have emerged about its imperialist history.

How Ghosts Work

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Ghosts are the spirits of dead people that have either returned from the afterlife, or not moved on to it. Learn about ghosts and explanations for ghosts.

Can You Guess All 50 States From an Image Of Their Outline?

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Did you get an A in your geography class? Do you know the state mottos and famous landmarks that make each state unique? Prove it by challenging yourself with this quiz!

10 Things You Probably Don't Know About Queen Victoria

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The Victorian Age gets its reputation for uptight prudishness from her, but there was a lot more to Queen Victoria than you may know.

How the Mason-Dixon Line Divided the North and the South

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The Mason-Dixon Line has ties to slavery, which often overshadows its otherwise fascinating story about one of the most significant surveying achievements in North America.

10 Food-based Traditions from the American South

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Food and the American south go hand-in-hand. Check out 10 food-based traditions from the American south at HowStuffWorks.

How the Vikings Worked

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The Vikings, we may think, were bloodthirsty pillagers in horned helmets. While Vikings did plunder, they also did great things -- and in different headgear.

Can You Identify the Animal From Its Paws?

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From cute and cuddly to ferocious and fierce, these animals have paws that should tell you exactly what they are. Are you familiar enough with their pads and claws to tell them apart?

Can You Match These American Landmarks to Their State?

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Every state has its unique landmarks, some of which are more popular than others. How well do you know the ones across your country? Let's find out!

Archangel Ariel: Protector of Nature in Christian Tradition

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Archangel Ariel, whose name means "Lion of God" or "Lioness of God," tends to the natural world and the physical universe. Sometimes depicted as a male and sometimes as female (we use she/her pronouns in this article), Ariel's role extends to overseeing the elements, wild animals and the environment.

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