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Ridiculous History: Ancient Armies Waged War With Hallucinogenic Honey

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What was the 'mad honey' used by Roman and Persian warriors? Learn more about hallucinogenic honey in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Exploring the Balkan States: 10 Countries on 1 Peninsula

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The Balkan states (sometimes colloquially referred to as simply "the Balkans") are a diverse and historically rich set of countries that span across southeastern Europe.

The Hunt for Noah's Ark Is Ongoing, Probably Futile, Always Intriguing

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What's behind the Noah myth? Could we ever find an ark? Did a great flood happen? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

The Asian Geography Quiz

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Asia has an extremely varied geography, from mountains to plains to plateaus. Take this quiz to see how much you know about the world's most populous continent.

Meet Palaeophis Colossaeus, the Largest Sea Snake of All Time

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If you like swimming in the ocean, you'll probably be glad to hear that Palaeophis colossaeus, a 40-foot sea snake, has been extinct for millions of years.

What Does 'Caucasian' Really Mean?

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It's easy to equate Caucasian with white. But the word Caucasian touches on issues deeper than skin color. HowStuffWorks looks at its true meaning.

10 Iconic Mountain Ranges in Europe

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Europe is a continent of dramatic elevations and scenic diversity, and the mountain ranges in Europe are a testament to that.

Can You Identify All of These Ancient Disasters?

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The world has been hit with many disasters throughout history, many of which affected the people of the ancient world. Do you think you remember them all? Take the quiz to see if you can weather the storm!

Box Jellyfish: World's Most Venomous Sea Creature

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Most jellyfish are more bothersome than threatening, but the box jellyfish is so poisonous you might not make it out of the water alive.

What Is Caviar? Origins, Types and Production

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Many people consider caviar, unfertilized sturgeon eggs, to be a delicious delicacy. But how exactly is this luxury harvested, and what is the proper way to eat it?

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