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Changing the Guard Is More Than Pomp and Circumstance

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While it's technically a glorified shift change, the British monarchy's Changing the Guard ceremony is steeped in history. HowStuffWorks explains.

How Websites Use 'Dark Patterns' to Trick You Online

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Ever found yourself signed up for a newsletter or paying for travel insurance you didn't want? It's no accident. We find out how dark patterns work.

Ancient Folks Didn't Have Twitter, but Boy Did They Have Curse Tablets

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Ancient Greeks and Romans used thin strips of lead to vent their frustrations or write messages to the gods.

SCIFs Are Spy-proof Places for America's Top Secrets

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SCIFs are spy-proof, highly secure facilities designed for viewing and working with sensitive national security secrets. We talk to a former general counsel for the NSA to find out how they work.

After the Attack on Salman Rushdie: What a Fatwa Is — and Isn't

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The recent attack on author Salman Rushdie led many to conclude that it was the result of the fatwa issued against him in 1989 by the Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. But what exactly is a fatwa?

A List of Demons Showing 25 Ways to Wreak Havoc on Mankind

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They go by many names. Some are symbols of destruction, others twisted forms of ancient gods, and a few look suspiciously like medieval nobles on a really bad day. Whatever you call them, this list of demons captures a lot of fear, folklore, and theology.

Heather

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Heather is a shrub good for winter gardens, or as a ground cover or understory plant. Heather grows flowers in winter and spring. Learn about heather.

Avoid Topping Your Gas Off

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Avoid topping your gas off. Learn in this article why you should avoid topping your gas off.

Refinish Wood Furniture with Olive Oil

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It beats VOC loaded furniture polish hands down. Learn more about refinishing wood furniture with olive oil.

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