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What's It Like in Slab City, the 'Last Free Place' in the U.S.?

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Some call it an artists colony, others a squatters' paradise. Either way, it attracts lots of visitors, billing itself as the last free place in America. So, what's it really like?

The Portuguese Man-of-war Is Not a Jellyfish and Packs a Nasty Sting

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Even washed up on the beach, the Portuguese man-of-war can deliver searing pain with its stinging tentacles, so whatever you do, don't touch it.

Theseus Slew the Minotaur, But Was He a Hero or a Villain?

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Theseus was the mythical founder-hero of Athens and the slayer of the Poseidon-cursed man-bull known as the Minotaur. "Olympians" author George O'Connor reflects on Theseus, a difficult mythological hero to love.

What are the most famous motorcycle rallies in the U.S.?

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What are the most famous motorcycle rallies in the U.S.? Read about the United States' biggest motorcycle rallies.

How 15 Winter Animals Survive Frigid Temperatures

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Winter animals have to be resilient to endure cold temperatures and adapt to food scarcity in order to survive in extreme environments.

Ulysses S. Grant Was One of the Greatest Military Generals in U.S. History

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As the commanding general of the Union Army, Grant helped save the United States during the Civil War. But how was he as the 18th U.S. president?

Venus de Milo: The Most Famous Armless Statue in the World

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The Venus de Milo is one of the most recognized statues in all the world, but why does she have no arms?

Did Humans Evolve From Monkeys? Human Evolution Explained

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Since Charles Darwin published the theory of evolution by means of natural selection, myths and misinterpretations have eroded public understanding of his ideas. Ready to take another look at one of the related questions that just won't die?

Hades, Greek God of the Underworld, Had a Pretty Good Gig

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In comparison to his brothers, Zeus and Poseidon, Greek god Hades ended up with a mixed bag, ruling over both the dead and everything under the earth.

Why Xenophobia Thrives in Troubled Times

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Xenophobia, or the fear of immigrants and strangers, has a long history across the globe. What makes this prejudice so prominent throughout history?

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