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10 Great First Pets

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A first pet can teach a child responsibility, but different pets work for different households. Learn about 10 great first pets to consider.

12 Shocking Punishments For Minor Crimes

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Since the dawn of human civilization, rulers have had to devise punishments for unacceptable behavior. Sincere attempts were occasionally made to ensure that the punishment fit the crime, like the concept of an Eye for an Eye. By contrast, the word "Draconian," attributed to the ruler Draco of ancient Athens around 621 BC, is synonymous [...] The post 12 Shocking Punishments For Minor Crimes appeared first on Goliath.

The Craziest Amusement Park Accidents That Resulted In Death

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The love affair with amusement parks began in Coney Island, New York. In 1884, thousands of people flocked here to ride on La Marcus A. Thompson's Switchback Gravity Pleasure Railway. This Pleasure Railway offered the chance to speed along its 450-foot track at 6 mph. By 1927, the Coney Island Cyclone, which travelled at 60 [...] The post The Craziest Amusement Park Accidents That Resulted In Death appeared first on Goliath.

Do You Remember Who Played These "Friends" Guest Roles?

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Are you ready for the ultimate "Friends" challenge? It's the one with all the guest stars! Let's see how sharp you are when it comes to the show's most memorable celebrity appearances. Can you guess them all?

12 Unbelievably Daring Real-Life Spies

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We've read about them in books and see them in movies all the time but is the the world of espionage and secret agents really as flashy and exciting as Ian Fleming would have us believe? Well, perhaps not in all respects, but many real-life spies have been tasked with missions that are just as [...] The post 12 Unbelievably Daring Real-Life Spies appeared first on Goliath.

How Much Do You Remember About the Books of Dr. Seuss?

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If you know the phrase, "One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish" by heart, then this is the quiz for you! Will you whiz through this quiz or flop like a mop?

Do You Know the Leap Year These Historical Events Happened?

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What comes along once every four years and is a real downer for salaried workers? It's leap year! While this one day may not hold a ton of historical significance, the year it represents certainly does. Can you identify the important events or moments in these years divisible by four?

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