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9 Fascinating Facts About Julius Caesar, 'Dictator for Perpetuity'
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The Roman general and statesman's romantic exploits and bloody betrayal were juicy enough to fuel two different Shakespeare plays. We find out more.
The Random Knowledge Quiz
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How would you rate your knowledge of random things? And by random, we mean random. This quiz will test your knowledge!
10 Most Dangerous Countries in the World
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The Global Peace Index ranks 172 independent states and territories according to their levels of peacefulness. Those that came in last may - or may not - surprise you.
What Does the CE Certification Logo Mean?
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Have you ever noticed the CE certification logo stamped on consumer products and electronics? Find out what this logo says about the product you're buying.
Was Amelia Earhart Eaten by Giant Land Crabs?
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Were the remains of Amelia Earhart eaten by coconut crabs? HowStuffWorks looks at the possibility that the remains were eaten by giant arthropods.
5 Times Americans Have Become Royalty
Americans don't have a royal family, but are fascinated by royalty. HowStuffWorks looks at five Americans who married into royalty.
Did Romans really purge their bellies in vomitoria?
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The ancient Romans were so decadent that it's said they'd vomit mid-feast just to eat more. Learn more about vomitoria at HowwStuffWorks.
Which Roman Emperor Would You Be?
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In its heyday, the Roman Empire was the mightiest the world had ever seen. It was ruled over by a variety of people with all sorts of different personalities. Which are you most like? Take this quiz and find out!
What Is a Punnett Square?
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A Punnett square helps predict the possible ways an organism will express certain genetic traits, such as purple flowers or blue eyes.
How Near-death Experiences Work
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Near-death experiences (NDEs) are seemingly supernatural events that some people have when they're at the brink of death. Find out who typically has them and how people have tried to explain them.