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Distinctive 'Habsburg Jaw' Came From Centuries of Inbreeding
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Many of the kings and queens of the Spanish Habsburg dynasty had a distinctive facial malady known as the Habsburg jaw. What caused it?
How Genghis Khan Worked
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Sheer tenacity, brilliance and toughness enabled Genghis Khan to become one of the most powerful figures in history. HowStuffWorks looks at his life.
The Ultimate "Voltron" Quiz
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Lost in space? Let Voltron help you! Lance might flirt with you; Hunk will fix you a yummy space goo meal, and Keith ... well, he'll scowl at you. Hop into a wormhole and good luck navigating this quiz.
What's Your UK IQ?
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Knowing the British Isles and Northern Ireland well can be the work of a lifetime - and you need a pretty fine mind to truly understand it. Just how clever are you when it comes to the UK?
22 Famous Leaders Who Changed History Forever
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You don't have to be a prime minister, civil war general, Nobel Peace Prize laureate or founding father to learn the strengths of famous leaders and better your own life. You can learn a lot from the greatest leaders in history — including what to do and what not to do — and prepare for your time to lead others.
Why Is Herodotus Called Both the Father of History and the Father of Lies?
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Herodotus was a natural-born storyteller, whom scholars revere as the first historian ever, and critics dismiss as just a teller of tall tales. What's the real story?
Can You Name the Countries Along the Silk Road?
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East met West along the Silk Road, connecting nearly all of Asia, Persia, the Arabian Peninsula, Africa and Europe. From Azerbaijan to Uzbekistan, how many countries can you name? Grab your globe and take the quiz!
Is This Character From Star Wars or Star Trek?
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Okay, it's time to pick a side. Are you a team Trekkie or Star Wars? Or a casual fan of both? See where you stand in this never-ending rivalry by identifying the characters of both sci-fi franchises!
Roman Ruins Discovered Underwater in Tunisia
Archaeologists discovered what they believe to be ruins of the Roman city of Neapolis - underwater near Tunisia.
How Much Would You Pay for Han Solo's Jacket?
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An Oscar-worthy movie memorabilia auction will be selling Han Solo's jacket - and other cool stuff - this September. HowStuffWorks looks at the items.