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Why We Need Artificial Gravity for Long Space Missions

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NASA and other agencies have been studying artificial gravity in hopes they will someday use it to help astronauts combat the effects of weightlessness in space. How close are we to that reality?

A High-stepping History of the Rockettes

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The famed New York City dance troupe has been kicking its way into our hearts since the early 1930s. But they didn't get their start in the Big Apple.

Where Was Babylon and Does It Still Exist?

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The ancient city of Babylon was a byword for wickedness in the Bible. But what is the real story? And how did Saddam Hussein try to bring it back?

'Jurassic World' Quiz

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'Jurassic World' may have been 65 million years in the making, but it was worth the wait. How much do you know about this blockbuster?

What's the difference between mass murder and terrorism?

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When you hear about a violent crime, you may wonder if it's classified as an act of terrorism or mass murder. Learn the difference at HowStuffWorks.com.

Can You Ace This Quiz About Ancient World History?

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Long before the Internet and gas-sucking automobiles, human beings thrived all over the planet. As their empires rose and fell, they left behind intriguing evidence of their lives. What do you know about ancient world history?

An Historian Explains Ukraine and Russia's Complex Relationship

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University of Michigan historian Ronald Suny answers some questions and corrects some falsehoods about the Ukrainian and Russian history that helped lead up to the current events.

The Inspiring, Tragic Story of Sophie Scholl, the Student Who Defied Hitler

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At just 21, Sophie Scholl fought a murderous regime - not with guns and grenades, but with ideas and ideals. This ultimately led to her execution.

Can You Guess What Country These Unusual Laws Are Still Practiced In?

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Cultural norms and political maneuverings affect laws all over the world, and sometimes the legislative process gets downright weird. Can you match these strange laws to their country of origin?

Who Was the Worst President Ever in U.S. History?

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Every few years, a group of historians and scholars ranks America's presidents. The "winner" of the worst president ever category has remained consistent.

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