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You Need It Like a Hole in the Head: The Ancient Medical Art of Trepanation

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Drilling a hole in somebody's skull was all the rage 4,000 to 12,000 years ago. In fact, 5 to 10 percent of skulls from this period have a hole in them, made while the person was still alive. The question is, why?

Marzipan Is the Sweet Almond Treat You Need This Holiday

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Some form of marzipan can be dated back to ancient Egypt. But today this sweet confection is as traditional a holiday treat as they get.

7 Beautiful Facts About Aphrodite

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You probably know that Aphrodite was the ancient Greek goddess of love. Here are seven other facts you may not know about this enduring symbol of passion.

5 Things You Didn't Know About Tacos

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HowStuffWorks takes a bite into the history and trivia of tacos.

How long is the longest existing family tree?

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The 'longest family tree' claim is obviously a very prestigious one. Which family does it go to? Learn about the longest family tree to find out.

What is the biggest family tree ever assembled?

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How big is the biggest family tree? Learn about the biggest family tree ever assembled to find out.

Why do people think it's bad luck not to blow out all the birthday candles in one breath?

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Blowing out all your birthday candles in one breath is thought to be lucky. But why? Find out why we think it is bad luck to miss a candle or two.

7 Facts About Crafty Athena, Favorite Daughter of Zeus

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HowStuffWorks looks at the goddess of wisdom and war, who was also considered the goddess of all things crafty and the favorite of Zeus.

The Mule Outperforms Both Its Horse Mom and Donkey Dad

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Since many of us no longer live in small agricultural societies, while you might be familiar with the idea of a mule, you might not know about the specifics of the actual animal.

What's the Difference Between Grits and Polenta?

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Grits and polenta are both made from corn, but usually different varieties: dent corn and flint corn. What else makes these two dishes unique?

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