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10 of the Oldest Continuously Inhabited Cities in the World
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It's hard to nail down the oldest city in the world. Some say it's Damascus, Syria, while others suggest it's Jericho, in the West Bank. So which is older?
10 Uses of the Insanity Defense
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An insanity defense can be difficult to prove. Find out about 10 people who tried to use the insanity plea.
10 Stereotypes About Aging (That Just Aren't True)
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Do you imagine getting creakier and crankier as you get older? The way you view aging influences how you age. So what aging myths can be busted?
How is volcanic ash made?
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Volcanic ash is what's left after a volcano literally blows its top. Learn how volcanic ash can devastate everything under its gray blanket.
13 Superstitions About Lucky Numbers and Unlucky Numbers
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What's your lucky number? Would it jinx you if you told us? It's a funny thing, but whether for cultural, regional or religious reasons, we humans tend to put a lot of hope - and a little fear - into numbers.
The Infamous Cults Quiz
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Some cults promote harsh conservative judgment; some are more into free love and spaceships. Others are incredibly dangerous, harming their own members and innocent people. With this quiz, we'll see how much you really know about infamous cults.
Chicxulub Crater: Where the End of the Dinosaurs Began
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The Chicxulub meteor impact may have killed off the dinosaurs. Would they have lived if the meteor missed? Learn more about the Chicxulub meteor.
Who Was the First Scientist?
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We've been observing and experimenting in the name of science for centuries. But who deserves the honor of being humanity's very first scientist? Is it Euclid, Darwin, Galileo or someone else?
10 Tips for Father and Son Bonding
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Tips for father and son bonding can really get the ball rolling. Visit TLC Family to find 10 tips for father and son bonding.
5 Things You Didn't Know About Being a Prison Doctor
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Being a prison doctor seems like a dangerous job, but most inmates are glad to get medical care. Learn five interesting things about prison doctors.