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How did the East India Company change the world?
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The British East India Company established major precedents for corporations. Read about Queen Elizabeth's East India Company's ruthless quest for profit.
How the Enlightenment Worked
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The Enlightenment was a period of major intellectual change. Read about the Age of Enlightenment and the Enlightenment thinkers' impact on history.
8 Most Dangerous Jellyfish and 1 Stinging Imposter
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While swarm of jellies may look serene, you're best off keeping your distance. A sting from the most dangerous jellyfish on Earth can be deadly. Even when we're not looking at the most dangerous, many jellyfish species have venomous stings that can cause everything from mild discomfort to serious pain.
The Spicy History of Chai and How to Make It
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You may know chai as a sweet and spicy Starbucks favorite, but the roots of this tea blend lie in the heart of the Indian subcontinent. So, how do you make it?
Fruit Bats Are the Best Pollinators (and Suppliers of Tequila)
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You read that right. Fruit bats are instrumental in pollinating hundreds of plants, including the agave, a key ingredient in tequila.
Tell Us About Your Viewpoints and We'll Match You to a Prime Minister
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Being a true leader means knowing what you believe - and just because not all leaders get to enact their true beliefs doesn't mean that you can't use them as a guide to what sort of leader you might be! Which British PM is your best match?
Can You Name the Pixar Movie From an Image?
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If you've seen "Toy Story," "Toy Story 4" and every Pixar movie in between, then you're just the right person for this quiz! Prove you're the ultimate Pixar fan by naming all of these movies by an image ... and go to infinity and beyond!
The War of 1812: The White House Burns and 'The Star-Spangled Banner' Is Born
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The War of 1812 ended in a stalemate, which enabled the U.S. to escape defeat and grow into a world power. HowStuffWorks looks at this forgotten war.
Organizing the Countries of the World by Continent
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With the addition of South Sudan as the 195th sovereign nation in 2011, the world witnessed another chapter in its ever-expanding story.
The Highly Venomous Timber Rattlesnake Is an American Icon
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If you're looking for the venomous timber rattler, the U.S. is the place to be, as these bad boys are found in at least 27 states.