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Archangel Roles and Significance in Christianity and Catholicism

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In Christian tradition, an archangel is among of the most revered and powerful spiritual beings in the celestial hierarchy. Mentioned directly in both the Old and New Testaments, these angels serve as messengers, protectors and agents of God's divine will.

Tit-for-Tat Meaning, Origins and Implications

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"Tit-for-tat" is a common phrase that's all about fair play — or sometimes, not-so-fair retaliation. You've probably heard of doing something tit-for-tat when someone feels wronged. In that situation someone responds in kind, often giving back exactly what they got, good or bad.

Muhammad Ali Quiz

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Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee... In the '70s, Muhammad Ali was the most popular sport figure in the world! How much you know about this boxing master?

Searching for the Lost Horizon of Shangri-La

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A fictional paradise created by British author James Hilton in the novel 'Lost Horizon,' the mystical Tibetan paradise of Shangri-La remains mythical.

European Geography Quiz

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So you think you know Europe? Map it out and take this quiz!

Januarius, Februarius, Mars, Aprilis? How Each Month Got Its Name

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Ever wondered why January is called January and September is September? Here's how each month got its name.

Pistol Shrimp: The Fastest Gun in the Sea

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The pistol shrimp is feared in the ocean for its ability to hit a prey with air bubbles that travel 82 feet per second, pop at 218 decibels and deliver 8,000 degrees Fahrenheit of heat.

How Old Is Earth and How Did Scientists Figure It Out?

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In 1953, CalTech geochemist Clair Patterson came up with an estimate for Earth's age that still holds today.

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