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What Was the Christmas Truce?

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The Christmas Truce stands as a point of sanity in an otherwise chaotic environment in World War I. Find out what the Christmas Truce was and how it worked.

John Quincy Adams and John Adams: The First U.S. Political Family Dynasty

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What did these two U.S. presidents, who were also father and son, have in common beyond their first and last names?

How Much Do You Know About Texas History?

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From the arrival of the Spanish to statehood, Texas has a rich history. Take this quiz to test your knowledge and find out just how well you know Texas.

Incorruptible Saints Somehow Remain Preserved After Death

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Explore the miraculous phenomenon of Incorruptible Saints, whose bodies defy decay after death. Dive into the history, significance, and mysteries surrounding these holy figures.

10 Olympic Games That Nearly Bankrupted Their Host Countries

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The cost of hosting an Olympic Games is astronomical. Learn about 10 Olympics that nearly bankrupted their host countries.

Top 10 Countries in the Red

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Countries around the world are in debt. Learn about the global recession and its effect on these 10 countries in the red.

Ridiculous History: Arsenic Was the Assassin's Dream Weapon

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Why was arsenic used so often in assassinations? Read this ridiculous history to learn more about the lethal drug and its role in assassinations.

Did the Spanish Flu pandemic really start in Spain?

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More people died during the 1918 Spanish Flu pandemic than during World War I. Learn if Spain was to blame for the Spanish Flu at HowStuffWorks.

What is the angel hair phenomenon?

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The "angel hair phenomenon" sounds like a best-selling pasta dish from your local Italian restaurant. Or maybe we're just hungry. But if this phenomenon isn't related to tasty cuisine, what's it all about -- and are angels actually involved?

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