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10 Things You Probably Don't Know About Queen Victoria
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The Victorian Age gets its reputation for uptight prudishness from her, but there was a lot more to Queen Victoria than you may know.
Xoloitzcuintli: The Mexican Hairless Dog, Ancient Guide to the Underworld
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The xoloitzcuintli is one of the most ancient of dog breeds and even was considered a guide to the underworld by the Aztec and Mayan civilizations.
John Quincy Adams and John Adams: The First U.S. Political Family Dynasty
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What did these two U.S. presidents, who were also father and son, have in common beyond their first and last names?
Gallium Boils at 4,044 Degrees F, But Will Also Melt in Your Hand
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More than fodder for melt-in-your-hand YouTube videos, gallium is a key component in LED lights and the powerful microchips in your smartphone.
The Selena Gomez Quiz
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Selena Gomez has gone from a Disney Channel darling to a global performer who sings, acts and designs clothing. How well do you know Selena Gomez? Take this quiz to find out.
Remembering Singer, Actor and Activist Harry Belafonte
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Harry Belafonte has died. A shining star in his own right, Belafonte was a key supporter of the civil rights movement and other humanitarian missions.
What's the Dill? The History of the Pickle
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People have been pickling cucumbers since the time of Cleopatra. Why the cucumber and why is the pickle always served with your deli sandwich?
Untangling the Conspiracy Theories Around Adrenochrome
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Adrenochrome has been linked to schizophrenia and the LSD counterculture movement. Now QAnon conspiracy theorists say it's part of a child sex-trafficking cult. So what's the truth behind this chemical compound?
How Lipstick Works
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Lipstick is something most women have used. But do you know what ingredients are in lipstick or how it was discovered? Learn how lipstick works.
Top 10 Famous Female Sideshow Freaks
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These 10 female sideshow freaks sure knew how to put on a show. Read the real stories behind sideshow freaks like the Two-headed Nightingale and the Baboon Lady.