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Behind the Michael Rockefeller Death Mystery

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Michael Rockefeller, the 23-year-old son of prominent political figure Nelson Rockefeller, went into the jungle of Netherlands New Guinea in 1961 and never returned. Here's the story.

10 Of The Most Insane Stunts Ever Performed

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Being a stunt performer requires people to be a certain kind of crazy. We're not talking about stuntmen here. We're talking about the daredevils who try and pull off insane stunts just for the hell of it. You know, to see if it can be done. These are the people who fly off cliffs, jump [...] The post 10 Of The Most Insane Stunts Ever Performed appeared first on Goliath.

10 Reasons That Self-Driving Cars Might Actually Suck

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Every major car maker in the world is focused on developing self-driving cars. Automotive manufacturers from BMW to Ford are pouring tons of money and resources into getting self-driving cars on the roads, as are leading tech companies like Apple and Google. In fact, Google spent last summer testing their version of the self-driving car [...] The post 10 Reasons That Self-Driving Cars Might Actually Suck appeared first on Goliath.

Can You Tell Australian Slang From U.K. Slang?

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G'day mate! Ready for a little bit of a to and from? You are? Great, we are chuffed. That's a bit of Australian and U.K. slang for you! Do you think you could ace this quiz about the subject? Good on ya!

The Evil Eye's Ancient Power Still Resonates Today

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Belief in the evil eye has existed since at least 3300 B.C.E. and is found in Jewish, Islamic and Christian cultures of the Mediterranean and Middle East. But why has belief persisted for so long?

Easy Science Quiz!

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Whether it has to do with the elemental structure of granite or the internal workings of ostrich eyeballs, you love science. But how well-rounded are you in the sciences? Take our fascinating science quiz now!

How Book Banning Works

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Judy Blume, John Steinbeck and Maya Angelou are among the top 10 most challenged American authors. But to be challenged is not to be banned. What does it take to ban a book?

10 Little Things That Will Keep Your Car Running Forever

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Little things make a big difference, and this is especially true when it comes to cars. Over time, little problems with a car, truck or minivan can add up and lead to big problems for their owners. At the same time, taking a number of little maintenance steps and making small repairs here and there [...] The post 10 Little Things That Will Keep Your Car Running Forever appeared first on Goliath.

10 Halloween Pranks That Went Horribly and Tragically Wrong

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Halloween is fast approaching, and with it comes a number of traditions. From carving a jack-o-lantern to donning costumes, bobbing for apples and handing out candy to neighborhood kids. But there is one Halloween tradition that does not get enough attention, and that is the annual All Hallow's Eve prank. Yes, each October 31st pranksters [...] The post 10 Halloween Pranks That Went Horribly and Tragically Wrong appeared first on Goliath.

The Very Short, Symbolic Life of the Cherry Blossom

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The pink and white blooms of the cherry blossom tree often herald the arrival of spring. But in Japan, the cherry blossom is also a well-loved symbol of fleeting beauty, nostalgia and loss.

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