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How King Tut Became a Pharaonic Rock Star Only After Death

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Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun didn't make much of an impression in his time on Earth, even while he was king. But in the afterlife King Tut rules.

The Defense Production Act Was Designed for Emergencies Like Coronavirus

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President Truman signed it into law in 1950 and it's been invoked many times since. Should President Donald Trump use it to help health care workers?

Do You Know What Continent These Animals Are Native To?

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From scorching hot deserts to freezing cold tundras, towering mountains to deep oceans, every corner of the world is teeming with animal life. Get ready to put your knowledge of zoology to the ultimate test with this animalistic quiz!

Oliver Cromwell Lost His Head Long After He Was Dead

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Oliver Cromwell overthrew the British monarchy and became 'Lord Protector,' but was convicted of treason after he died and beheaded. What happened to his head next is a very strange tale.

Shinrin-yoku: The Soothing Practice of Forest Bathing

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Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, is all about slowing down and "bathing" yourself in the beauty of nature, which leads to psycho-emotional healing and stress reduction.

Was an Evil Spirit Released When Japan's 'Killing Stone' Split in Half?

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When the "killing stone," or "Sesshō seki," split March 5, 2022, on the plains of Mount Nasu in Japan, was the devious spirit Tamamo-no-Mae released into the world to wreak havoc?

Could the Moore v. Harper SCOTUS Case Radically Alter U.S. Democracy?

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The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could give state legislators almost complete control over federal elections, which some experts fear could establish one-party rule and endanger democracy.

Can You Name These Famous Sports Movies from a One-Line Description?

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Sports movies detail the glory of ultimate victory and the harrowing hardships of defeat. Can you name these sports films from a short description of the plot?

Nutrition Quiz: Myth or Fact?

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Everyone has opinions about what foods are good and bad for you, but do you know where science stands? Put your nutrition knowledge to the test with this tasty quiz!

22 Astronomical Events to Look Out for in 2023

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Head's up, stargazers! Mark your calendars for the 22 must-see events this year.

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