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All About the Mythical Phoenix: Bird of Fire and Eternal Life
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The phoenix bird is a mythical creature that resembles an eagle with broader wings. Its elegant, peacock-like feathers burst with the dazzling colors of flames. Any Harry Potter fan could explain what this magnificent "fire bird" looks like in great detail.
How Hula Hoops Work
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Where did hula hoops come from and how did they get so popular? Read about the origins of hula hoops at HowStuffWorks.
A Look at Spanish-speaking Countries and Regional Dialects
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Like English, Spanish is a global language with nearly 600 million Spanish speakers worldwide. There are many Spanish-speaking countries, from the 21 nations with Spanish as their official language, to other countries with significant populations of people who speak Spanish as their native language or as a second language.
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!
African King Mansa Musa Was Even Richer Than Jeff Bezos, Some Say
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In the 1300s, Mali's Mansa Musa set out for Mecca with an entourage of 60,000 people bearing thousands of pounds of gold. So, where did all that gold come from? And what would that be worth today?
6 Largest Empires in History
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You've probably heard of the Russian, the Mongol, the Roman, the British and a few other empires. Until pretty recently, they were all over the place (literally). So, what were the largest empires in history?
How much dirt do I eat in a year?
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How much dirt do I eat in a year? More than you might think. Can dirt help keep us healthy? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Name All the Countries in the Northern Hemisphere?
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Even if Wacko's song of the countries is a little outdated, he might be able to pass this quiz. Do you think you have the northern knowledge to beat him?
How the Harlem Renaissance Sparked a New African American Identity
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The historic period of the Harlem Renaissance hit its height a century ago, but its influence has impacted American culture through the decades.
Will the Real Brachiosaurus Please Stand Up?
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Brachiosaurus has been portrayed in popular culture many times, but the representations of this mysterious dinosaur are largely based on another massive dino called Giraffatitan brancai.