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We'll Give You 3 Items, You Tell Us What They Have in Common
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The human brain is unbelievably good at looking for patterns, as a way to relate things to one another in a way that makes sense. Take our quiz to see if you can figure out what all these trios have in common!
The True History of Commodus, the Mad Emperor of Ancient Rome
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Son of the venerated Marcus Aurelius, Commodus went in the other direction, killing scores of men and exotic animals in gladiatorial bloodbaths and dressing up in a lion's skin.
Behind the Michael Rockefeller Death Mystery
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Michael Rockefeller, the 23-year-old son of prominent political figure Nelson Rockefeller, went into the jungle of Netherlands New Guinea in 1961 and never returned. Here's the story.
Venice Isn't Alone: 7 Sinking Cities Around the World
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Subsidence, or the decline in the elevation of land surface, is creating a problem for some coastal cities as sea levels rise.
10 Fees to Watch Out for When Buying a Car
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With the cost of new cars going ever higher, how can you save yourself from being taken advantage of at the dealership? Here are some car dealer fees that you may be able to negotiate down or even eliminate.
5 Things to Know on the First Day of Kindergarten
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Kindergarteners don't start school as blank slates. From color and number recognition to sharing and listening, certain skills will help your child from the day she walks in the door.
It's a Manatee's Life: Swim, Eat, Rest, Repeat
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Manatees are so gentle and sweet they'll break your heart, but in 2021, there have been more manatee deaths than in any year in previously recorded history. Why are these gentle giants dying in such unprecedented numbers?
Are meerkats naturally generous?
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Meerkat naturally generous behavior has puzzled biologists (and endeared us) for years. Learn about meerkat naturally generous behavior and generosity.
Do animals have personalities?
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Do animals have personalities? Pet owners would answer with a resounding yes. Find out how scientists would answer, "Do animals have personalities?"
What Is a Wolfpack Mentality?
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"How To Train Your Dragon," "What We Do in the Shadows" and tons of other movies include references to wolf packs. Learn how those actually work in the real world.