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Did the Library of Alexandria Really Exist?
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We can easily picture a group of beard-and-toga geniuses hunched over scrolls inside a magnificent colonnaded hall. But what was the real Library of Alexandria like? And why do some scholars doubt its existence?
Are You More Pragmatic or Idealistic?
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Are you the type that always packs an umbrella, or that dreams about using that umbrella to fly? We'll let you know if your personality type is more grounded in reality or fantasy. Just get through the quiz to find out!
Who invented the elevator?
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Like so many other modern conveniences that we take for granted, the history of the elevator is more complicated than it may seem at first glance. Believe it or not, there's some controversy over who invented this commonplace contraption.
What Is a Group of Bananas Called? A Bunch Isn't What You Think
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If you've ever stood in the produce aisle wondering, "What is a group of bananas called," you're in good company. The answer lies in how bananas grow and how we describe them at the store, on farms, and in everyday speech.
Men: Which Street Style Is Best For You?
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Perhaps you like to subvert expectations and draw all eyes to your outrageous style, or perhaps you'd rather fly under the radar. Either way, we can point you where you need to go!
Which DC Villain Are You?
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Ready to put on your "Brainiac" thinking cap and "Riddler" your way through this DC quiz? We promise it won't sting like "Poison Ivy" either, but you better hurry, because "Doomsday" will be here soon!
What the Stuff?!: The 5 Scariest Medieval Torture Devices
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Back in the Middle Ages, people (usually men) took the time to invent horrific devices to inflict suffering so grotesque... it became an artform. Here are 5 of the scariest torture devices we came up with during the medieval era.
How can recycling impact a community?
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Lots of people consider recycling to be kind of a no-brainer, something we all should do. It's good for the environment, it re-uses materials rather than creates new ones, it reduces landfills - the list goes on and on.
10 of the World's Ugliest Animals: So Homely They're Cute
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You can't dis a naked mole rat just for being himself, but, really, what animal could be uglier? Well, the world is full of ugly animals and we've got nine other choices for you.
Are You the Sun or the Moon Based on Your Personality?
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When your light shines on the world, is it blinding or is it subtle? Tell us all about your personality, and we'll let you know how you light up the sky. Are you more like the sun or the moon?