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The 'Memento Mori' Meaning Is Meant to Inspire and Humble
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Today we're diving into the eerie concept of memento mori. In Latin, the phrase memento mori literally means "remember that you must die," and it has been a central theme in religious thought, art and philosophy for centuries.
How to Land on the Government Watch List
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You've heard about the government watch list. But who's on it and why? Find out what puts a person on a government watch list and how you get off of it.
What Was America's First Terrorist Threat?
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Terrorism on the Barbary Coast began in the 15th century and plagued the young American nation. Learn how the U.S. fought off terrorism from the Barbary States.
5 Massacres Where Almost Nobody Died
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A massacre doesn't have to mean that thousands of people were killed. HowStuffWorks presents five massacres where almost nobody died.
John Wilkes Booth Didn't Act Alone: The Conspiracy to Kill Lincoln
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Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth takes the blame in the history books, but he was part of a larger cast of characters that hoped to decapitate the Union government after the South lost the Civil War.
Can You Get More Than 11 Right on This Difficult American Geography Quiz?
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You won't only need to know the longest river in America, but you might need to know exactly how many U.S. states it touches. Yes! This American geography test is that deep. Now is your time to prove you are up to the challenge!
The John Wayne Quiz
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Feast your eyes upon "The Duke", the greatest cowboy actor who ever lived. But just how much do you know about the legend that is John Wayne. Saddle up and let's find out!
The Unification Church: Mass Marriages and a Moonie Messiah
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New religious movements generally garner equal parts attention and skepticism; this is especially true for new and alternative religions in America. The United States has a long list of cult leaders who experienced a meteoric rise to fame, followed quickly by an abrupt fall from grace.
Test Your Knowledge of U.S. Presidential Elections With This Quiz!
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Cast your ballot to these questions to find out how much you know about the history of U.S. presidential elections.
What is the Book of Icelanders?
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Remote Iceland is lacking in genetic diversity, so it has a book to help residents find love. Learn all about the Book of Icelanders at HowStuffWorks.