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Could we really blow up an incoming asteroid with a nuclear bomb?
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Surely nuclear weapons, which can obliterate entire cities, contain enough destructive power to blow a giant space rock to bits, right? What does NASA make of the whole explosive business?
Cersei Lannister, Killmonger and 4 Other Antagonists We Love To Hate
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Antagonists. We need them to balance the protagonists of our stories. Because, really, what kind of world would it be if we all just got along?
The Devil and Robert Johnson: Did the Blues Legend Really Sell His Soul at the Crossroads?
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The story goes that the only explanation for Robert Johnson's sudden prowess at playing the blues must have been an unholy alliance with Satan. But what was the truth?
Hades, Greek God of the Underworld, Had a Pretty Good Gig
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In comparison to his brothers, Zeus and Poseidon, Greek god Hades ended up with a mixed bag, ruling over both the dead and everything under the earth.
How the 19th Century Invented Modern Christmas
The 1800s saw the birth of many of the Christmas customs, from Santa Claus to lights, that we know and love today.
How to Conserve Water While Still Keeping a Beautiful Garden
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To conserve water in your garden, there are some simple steps you can take. Learn ways to conserve water in your garden -- and still watch it grow.
5 10,000-Pound Items That Get Towed on a Regular Basis
Five regularly towed 10,000-pound items are quite ordinary; you may have towed them yourself. Read about five regularly towed 10,000-pound items.
Only History Fanatics Can Name All 50 Famous Historic Figures
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These famous people in history have inspired millions by their actions, beliefs or artistic contributions. Do you think you know your history? Take this quiz and see how many of these famous people you can name from an image.
Why Do We Turn Down the Radio When We're Lost?
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You've probably experienced that moment where you're driving, get lost, turn down the radio, and then think, "Why did I just do that?"
How Verbal Self-Defense Works
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A fascinating article that explains the techniques and science behind verbal self-defense!