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The Sweet Details of Treacle, Britain's Favorite Syrup
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A beloved ingredient in British children's literature, treacle has a long sweet history. Let's dip in.
Why Don't Manx Cats Have Tails?
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The most obvious feature of Manx cats is their lack of a tail, but there is a lot more to them than that, including the fact that they have dog-like personalities and make great pets.
Why Won't Hollywood Depict Dinosaurs With Feathers?
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Why aren't moviemakers willing to show dinosaurs the way we think they actually looked? HowStuffWorks investigates dinosaurs on film.
Commercial Ancestry Tests Can Reveal How Much Neanderthal DNA You Have
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At least two commercial DNA testing services offer users information on heritage coming from coupling between ancient humans and other species.
How to Brainstorm Brilliant Ideas in Teams
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Creativity is one of the most desirable job skills. Here's how to make yours shine at work, without sliding into "groupthink."
Which Stephen King Book? Quiz
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Stephen King has concocted thousands of pages of bizarre plot twists and unsettling characters. How well do you know the dark master's bibliography? Test your knowledge by taking this quiz.
The Stephen King's 'The Shining' Quiz
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Although it was one of his earliest books, it was also one of his most disturbing. How much do you know about Stephen King's "The Shining?"
Hippie Heyday: The Ultimate Flower Power Quiz
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In the mid-1960s, the hippie counterculture developed in the United States, initially focused around civil rights demonstrations and anti-Vietnam War protests. Hippies' antiviolent, free love ethos sprang from the concept of "flower power," which advocated for peace, not war.
Quetzalcoatl: A Feathered Serpent Deity of Mesoamerica
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In the heart of ancient Mesoamerica, amidst the vibrant cultures of the Aztecs, Mayans and other indigenous peoples, one deity held a central place in religious belief and cultural imagination: Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent god.
What Is Boba? Everything to Know About Bubble Tea
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You're not alone if you've ever found yourself wondering, "What is boba?" This food trend has taken the drink market by storm, enchanting tea enthusiasts and curious foodies alike.