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666 Meaning: Angel Number or the Devil's Digits?
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The numbers 666 are a favorite of horror movies dealing with the occult. But where did they come from, and what or whom do they really refer to?
12 Russian-Speaking Countries Where Hundreds of Millions Use Russian
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Russian-speaking countries span Eastern Europe, Central Asia and parts of Western Asia, reflecting the long reach of the Russian language.
Why 'Wednesday' Isn't Pronounced the Way It's Spelled
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The origin of Wednesday is tied into ancient gods, and a vanishing letter isn't uncommon. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
Brutus: The Man Behind Caesar's Assassination
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Marcus Junius Brutus, torn between loyalty to Julius Caesar and the Roman Republic, played a pivotal role in the infamous assassination that changed history.
Who Invented Chess?
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Like many things, chess wasn't invented by one person but rather several people. Here's a short history of chess.
The Letter 'Ñ': How a Tilde Saved Space for Medieval Scribes
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The letter "ñ" is Latin small letter (aka lowercase letter) found in Spanish words. A tilde (the squiggly line over the letter) distinguishes "ñ" from "n" and gives it different pronunciation. For instance, in Spanish, "ano" is pronounced "ah-no" and "año" is pronounced "ahn-yo." And for the record, these two words have very different meanings as well.
From William the Bastard to William the Conqueror: The King Who Transformed England
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This brilliant, ruthless leader invaded England in 1066 and changed the course of British history. In fact, he is the 'father' of every British monarch since.
Sept. 9: Wonderful Weirdos Day
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Wonderful Weirdos Day was created by citizens of Austin, Texas to celebrate personality quirks on September 9. Read more about Wonderful Weirdos Day.
Can You Guess the Origins of These Words?
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If we give you a clue, will you be able to follow the piece of yarn back to the Minotaur in the labyrinth? Take this quiz to follow the meanings of English words back to their strange and mythical origins!
Catholic General Knowledge Quiz
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Catholicism is, without a doubt, one of the most popular religions on the planet. But how much do you know about the Roman Catholic Church as a whole? Do you have faith you can pass our challenging quiz? Get out your Bible and see for yourself.