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Do All Scottish Families Have a Tartan?

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The kilt is synonymous with Scotland, but does that mean everyone with a Scottish surname has his or her own tartan?

How Joe Biden Works

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Joe Biden, a former senator from Delaware, was Barack Obama's pick for vice president. Read about Joe Biden's latest campaign for the White House.

Who Was America's First Murderer?

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America's first murderer was John Billington, who was one of the signers of the Mayflower Compact. Learn about America's first murderer.

What Was So Lucky About Mafia Boss Charles 'Lucky' Luciano?

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The gangster most known for facilitating the creation of the modern American Mafia, he was the head of organized crime in New York City in the 1930s.

5 Halloween Myths That Will Not Die

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Checking your kids' candy for poison? Locking up your black cat so it doesn't get snagged by a Satanist? You can relax after finding out the real stories behind these urban legends.

Test Your Vocabulary With This Quiz!

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Want to test your smarts without the headache of a graduate program? Take this vocabulary quiz, and let's find out if you're smarter than a Ph.D. student.

Can You Pass This Mexican History Quiz?

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Mexico is a colorful nation with a complicated and violent history. The region has seen the rise and fall of empires and political dynasties spanning centuries. What do you really know about Mexican history?

How the 19th Century Invented Modern Christmas

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The 1800s saw the birth of many of the Christmas customs, from Santa Claus to lights, that we know and love today.

What's the Biggest State in the U.S.A.?

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The United States is divided into 50 states, small and large. So which is the biggest state in the U.S.A.?

10 Little-Known Patron Saints

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While Saint Peter and Saint Micheal are well-known, there are a number of little-known patron saints. Did you know that there is a patron saint for dentists, ice skaters, bachelors and difficult marriages? Find out more about obscure patron saints.

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