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Committed a Super-serious Sin? Head for a Super-confessor!
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Some sins are so grave (or rare) that Catholics have to confess to the pope or a bishop - except this year. HowStuffWorks looks at super-confessors.
We Finally Know Why Ancient Roman Concrete Outlasts Our Own
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The ancients were able to devise a mix for concrete that actually gets stronger over time thanks to chemical reactions. If only we could rediscover the recipe...
What Does 'Bread and Circuses' Mean?
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Ever felt a pang of guilt on, say, Election Day when you skipped the voting booth to go to dinner? The 'bread and circuses' concept of being pacified by food and entertainment - and forgoing civic duty - goes back to Roman times.
What's Your Gladiator Name?
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When slaves became gladiators, they would often take a name to use in their time of "infamia," so they could one day return to something like a normal life. What would yours be?
Where in the World Is Your Soulmate?
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Sometimes, soulmates just take way too long to get to us. So we're going to narrow down the place where the person you're supposed to spend your life is. All you have to do is answer these questions.
What Kind of Flower Best Matches Your Personality?
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Are you passionate like a rose or confident like a gladiolus? Find out what flower best suits your character with this fun quiz. Just answer some questions and leaf the rest to us.
How Paparazzi Work
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These guerilla-style photographers have been known to break into private property and intentionally cause car accidents. Is it legal? Not really. So how can they persist? Learn all about the paparazzi.
10 Most Long-lived Empires in History
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Which historical empires lasted the longest? Read about the 10 most long-lived empires in history.
Can You Identify These Landmarks That Were Made During the 1950s?
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The 1950s were a time of global transition, as much of Europe worked to rebuild after WWII while the U.S. took advantage of unprecedented economic prosperity. Take our quiz to see if you can name the most famous landmarks of this decade!
Apples: Natural Weight-Loss Food
Apples are low in calories, high in fiber, and packed with vitamins. Discover how apples can help one to lose weight in different ways.