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10 Times Humanity Found the Answer (and Then Forgot)
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Could humanity be even farther ahead if we hadn't forgotten what we'd learned centuries ago? Learn about 10 times we forgot answers at HowStuffWorks.
Why North Sentinel Island Is Off-limits to All Visitors
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For centuries, colonizers, missionaries and anthropologists have attempted to make contact with the residents of North Sentinel Island. But outsiders have learned the hard way that, even today, the Sentinelese just want to be left alone.
Snallygaster: The Gruesome Cryptid With a Silly Name
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The Snallygaster is a bizarre and downright terrifying cryptid said to haunt the skies of Maryland. Described as a winged creature with half bird features and half reptile characteristics, this beast has been part of local folklore for centuries.
The Second Coming Has Been 'Imminent' for 2,000 Years
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Many Christians believe Jesus Christ will return to Earth to judge and rule it; they refer to it as the Second Coming. For centuries people have hoped it would happen in their lifetimes. So when - if ever - will it take place?
How Stethoscopes Work
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Stethoscopes started as a way for 19th-century doctors to put some distance between themselves and grubby patients. Today though, this simple listening tool is one of the best ways to diagnose a range of problems.
What Exactly Is the Eye of the Sahara, aka the Richat Structure?
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In the western Sahara Desert lies a natural wonder that has intrigued scientists and adventurers for centuries. Known as the Richat Structure - or, more commonly, the Eye of the Sahara - this massive geological formation resembles a giant eye.
Love Spells: Ancient Rituals to Attract Romance and Strengthen Relationships
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The ancient love spell that's been hidden for centuries—until now. Discover why most spell casters never share this powerful ritual that could manifest your true soulmate within days.
The Ultimate Disney Quiz
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The magic of Disney has captivated audiences for nearly a century with some of the most endearing and heartbreaking movies to ever be made. Like the company's many characters, see if you can rise to the challenge and beat this quiz.
Gordon Parks' WWII Standard Oil Images Still Tell a Powerful Story
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The exhibit "Gordon Parks in Pittsburgh, 1944/1946," on display at the Carnegie Museum of Art, tells the gritty story of industrial life in America during WWII, shot by one of the preeminent photographers of the 20th century.
What the Stuff?!: 4 People That Vanished Without A Trace
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People have disappeared without a trace for centuries, right? Sometimes we get hints of what happens, and often we find the missing person - but occasionally they're just gone. Here are 4 of the strangest.