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History of Medical Cannabis Use
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The history of medical cannabis is surprisingly long. Learn about the history of medical cannabis from ancient times to the modern day.
What are the origins of democracy?
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What are the origins of democracy? Read about politics in the United States (which is actually a republic), the ancient Athenians and the origins of democracy.
Why is it bad luck to wear opals if you weren't born in October?
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Opals are unusual and mysterious gems, which may be why there are stories about their supposed luck dating back to ancient times.
Bronze Age Burial Sites Suggest Women Spread Culture More Than Men
In ancient central Europe, how did culture spread among groups? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
Is a Solar Eclipse a Rare Spiritual Event? Rituals for Aligning Your Energy
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Discover powerful solar eclipse rituals for manifestation, cleansing, and transformation. Learn ancient and modern practices to harness eclipse energy.
How Cannibalism Works
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Cannibalism is a topic that's widely misunderstood and feared -- especially in the Western world. Learn about cannibalism and ancient and modern practitioners.
How Bonsai Works
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Bonsai is an ancient form of gardening that many consider to be art. Learn more about bonsai and the rich history that comes with it.
Marzipan Is the Sweet Almond Treat You Need This Holiday
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Some form of marzipan can be dated back to ancient Egypt. But today this sweet confection is as traditional a holiday treat as they get.
How Pyramids Work
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Pyramids are some of the most amazing structures ever created by man. Learn about pyramids and the technology used to construct the ancient pyramids.
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?