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10 of the Most Expensive Pokémon Cards Ever Sold

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Think of those Pokémon cards like baseball cards. Most of them aren't worth more than a few dollars. But some of the rarest can be worth six figures if they're in mint condition.

The Legacy of African American Spirituals in Today's Gospel and Blues Music

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Gospel and blues music and songs of the civil rights movement have roots in slave spirituals, songs of sorrow, but jubilation at the idea of freedom.

Towering Obelisks Are Everywhere. Here's Why They're So Awe-inspiring

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Obelisks can be found in cities throughout the world, from Washington, D.C., to Paris, France. But what is the origin of these massive structures?

Pareidolia: Why We See Faces in Almost Everything

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We see faces in clouds, on buildings - heck, in grilled cheese sandwiches. But why is that? And how is this a help to our survival?

Johnny Ringo Was the Worst Wild West Outlaw You've Never Heard Of

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How this forgotten cowboy king of the Wild West lived isn't so much a secret. It's how Johnny Ringo died that's still shrouded in mystery.

Maillardet's Automaton Is a Marvel of 19th-century Robotics

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Maillardet's Automaton, built around 1800, can write poems and draw pictures and was a precursor to today's sophisticated robots.

1969 Ford Fairlane Cobra 428

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The 1969 Ford Fairlane Cobra 428 didn't look like much, but it could really move. Here's a profile of this muscle car, with photos and specifications.

Can We Guess Your Last Name?

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What does your last name say about you? Answer these quiz questions about it, and we'll see if it says enough to give it away. Unless it's something with 14 letters, the chances are high we'll get it right. Will we, though?

Tacopedia: The Taco Quiz

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Whether you like them crunchy or soft, spicy or mild, tacos are a culinary fixture in Mexico and around the world. How much do you know about tacos?

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