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What's the deal with crocodile tears?

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Do crocodiles really have crocodile tears? Learn about crocodile tears and the history of the phrase.

How Galileo Fought the Catholic Church and Became the First Superstar Scientist 

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Galileo Galilei made breakthroughs in physics and astronomy. Along the way, he fought for intellectual freedom and became the first celebrity scientist.

Vaccine Hesitancy Is Nothing New But It Can Be Overcome

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Vaccine hesitancy has a long history in the world. Why is that and what can be done to change it?

Which Famous World Leader Are You?

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There are over 190 countries in the world, and each one is led by someone with their own distinct style. Take this quiz to find out which world leader most suits you.

15 Largest Cities in England, Ranked by Population

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With a total population of about 57.7 million, England is the largest country in the United Kingdom, which also includes Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The country is home to cities rich in history and diverse cultures.

How did ancient civilizations use sundials to tell time?

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Ancient sundials first popped up in Egypt around 1500 B.C. Learn how these sundials came about and what they were used for all those centuries ago.

Can You Pass This 1953 General Knowledge Quiz?

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This is a general knowledge quiz about the all-important year 1953, but you'll need to know more than basic grade-school trivia. The facts we present may come in handy one day. So take time to take in some little-known 1953 history and build up your brain bank!

Nasir al-Din Al-Tusi

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Al-Tusi, Nasir al-Din (1201-1274) was one of the greatest scholars of his time and one of the most influential figures in Islamic intellectual history.

10 Widely Believed U.S. Government Conspiracy Theories

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There are a few U.S. government conspiracy theories that many people believe. See this list of 10 theories to decide for yourself.

Does a New Two-headed Shark Discovery Mean It's Time to Seriously Freak Out?

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What could cause a shark to have two heads? Learn more about the dicephalic mutation in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

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