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Pantheon vs. Parthenon: What's the Difference?
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It's easy to confuse the Parthenon and the Pantheon. The names are so similar, and they're both ancient ruins. But despite those similarities, the two structures are very different.
Otzi the Iceman Ate a High-fat Last Meal
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Researchers say that Otzi, the ancient man found in the Alps in 1991, lived on a diet loaded with fat to maintain warmth and energy in his cold, high-altitude environment.
The History of Lilith, From Demon to Adam's First Wife to Feminist Icon
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The black-haired "demoness" of folklore turns up in many ancient legends, but in the 21st century, Lilith has been recast as a feminist symbol. This is her story.
What if I wanted to build a Great Pyramid today?
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To build a Great Pyramid today you would run into cost and labor issues that didn't exist in ancient Egypt. Learn about building a pyramid today.
Arrival of European Breeds Wiped Out Native American Dogs
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Ancient American dogs were almost completely wiped out when the Europeans arrived. HowStuffWorks looks at the lasting legacy they did leave behind.
Tulpas: Thoughts That Can Come Alive
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Imaginary friends have nothing on tulpas. Stuff They Don't Want You To Know looks at this ancient idea gaining more traction in our modern world.
The Origins of Buddhism: A Very Brief History
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The origins of Buddhism trace back over 2,500 years to ancient India, where a spiritual teacher named Siddhartha Gautama achieved enlightenment and became the Buddha.
What's Your Druid Name?
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The Druids belonged to an ancient faith of the British Isles. Their legends are full of mighty warriors, mysterious sorcerers, and powerful queens. Which of their Druidic names belongs to you now?
What is wicker?
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Wicker has been around since ancient Egypt and in the United States since the Mayflower. Read this article to learn all about wicker from HowstuffWorks.
Two for Teegarden: Pint-sized Star System Discovered Right Next Door
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HowStuffWorks looks at the Teegarden star system, which has two Earth-sized exoplanets orbiting the ancient star right on our galactic doorstep.