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What's Your World History IQ?
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The history of the world is full drama, romance, heroes and villains, but how well do you know it? Put your knowledge to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
The Humble History of Pumpkin Pie
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It's a pie. Filled with squash. Who in the world decided that was a good idea? HowStuffWorks slices and dices the history of the pumpkin pie.
Honey Badgers Don't Care Because They're Ferocious
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The honey badger has become synonymous with unhinged aggression and ferocity. HowStuffWorks takes a closer look at these nocturnal creatures.
Are These Country Facts True or False?
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Countries are full of citizens, and citizens are full of pride, and pride is full of a lot of legend and myth. There is no shortage of information about any country on Earth, but separating the fact from the fiction is another story. Can you guess whether these country facts are true or false?
How Many Muslim Countries Are in the World?
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Islam is one of the world's largest religions, practiced by over 1.9 billion people across the globe — that's nearly a quarter of the world population. The world's Muslims are spread out across the globe, but the largest Muslim population is in the Middle East and other surrounding regions.
Casket vs. Coffin: Comparing the Burial Containers
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Made of plain pine or shaped like a shoe, mourners may inter them, suspend them or set them ablaze. How much do caskets and coffins differ?
Isis: Goddess of Funeral Rites and Healing in Ancient Egypt
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Isis, goddess of healing and funeral rites, was one of the most important Egyptian deities and arguably one of the most prominent female deities in the ancient world.
The Largest Flying Bird Varies by Wingspan, Height and Weight
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Flightless species of birds (such as ostriches, which are the largest living birds) tend to outsize any of the largest birds in the sky. Bigger sizes, while a liability in the air, can keep flightless birds safer on land.
5 Groups Who Claim to Talk to the Dead
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Move over, mediums. Lots of people say they talk to the dead, including the bereaved. Ready to meet a few others?
Can You Identify All These Bands From the British Invasion?
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The British Invasion was a major turning point in the history of music, culture, the music publishing industry and the post-WW2 global mono-culture, but how well do you know it? Could you recognize British Invasion bands on sight? Take this quiz to test your knowledge!