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Why Was Phrenology All the Rage in Victorian Times?

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Phrenology, the belief that you could determine personality from the shape of someone's skull, was so popular in the Victorian era that phrenology parlors sprang up all over Europe and America. But the trend was soon debunked.

Murder! Money! Power! Art! Meet the Medici Family

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This wealthy banking dynasty of Florence rubbed shoulders with Michelangelo, Botticelli and Galileo. How did they get so wealthy and powerful? And how did they lose it all?

9 Enormous Facts About Sperm Whales, Gigantic Creatures of the Sea

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Sperm whales are one of the largest creatures in the ocean. And they have the biggest brain on the planet. So are they also the smartest? We'll tell you.

What Is MS-13 and Why Is It So Scary?

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President Donald Trump says deporting members of MS-13 will make the U.S. safer. HowStuffWorks looks at the gang's history and whether it's that simple.

Before Earhart, There Was Aviation Trailblazer Bessica Raiche

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She was the first woman to ever flew an airplane, and even helped build them. HowStuffWorks tells the rest of Bessica Raiche's incredible legacy.

What's the Difference Between an Alaskan Malamute and a Husky?

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There are two types of huskies and they both look like malamutes, so it's no wonder people can't tell them apart. HowStuffWorks clears up the confusion.

5 Things Everyone Gets Wrong About Cleopatra

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Today she is widely known for her beauty and her seductive ways, but scholars say we've been hoodwinked by propaganda written by her enemies. So what was the real Cleopatra like? And do we know her ethnicity?

Horses Have an Extraordinary Ability to Help Humans

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Horses are extremely sensitive to human emotions, mirroring feelings and providing feedback, which is what makes equine therapy so effective.

Why are some people early birds and others are night owls?

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Some people are early birds while others are clearly night owls. But why is that? Learn about the science behind early birds and night owls.

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!

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