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Who Was the First Scientist?
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We've been observing and experimenting in the name of science for centuries. But who deserves the honor of being humanity's very first scientist? Is it Euclid, Darwin, Galileo or someone else?
Ridiculous History: When the Puritans Said 'Bah Humbug' to Christmas in America
Christmas in America wasn't always observed with great fanfare - its pagan roots were loathed by many settlers. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
Ashura: A Holiday of Varied Significance in Islam
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Ashura, observed on the 10th of Muharram, holds varied meanings for Muslims: Shia commemorate Hussain's martyrdom, while Sunnis mark events like Moses parting the Red Sea.
Scientists Spot Light From Behind a Black Hole for the First Time Ever
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Scientists have observed flashes of X-rays coming from behind a supermassive black hole, consistent with Albert Einstein's prediction that extremely large objects can bend light.
How to Take Care of a Butterfly Cocoon
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You love observing caterpillars become butterflies and want to know how to take care of a cocoon so that a butterfly will emerge. This article will tell you how to care for a butterfly cocoon.
Prim, Proper and Preposterous: The Victorian Etiquette Quiz
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Victorian etiquette wasn't just about sending a thank you note or holding a door open. There were a jillion rules of propriety to observe. How many of these do you know?
Would You Make a Good Detective?
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Everyone likes to think of themselves as very observant, but not everyone could hack it as a detective. On a scale from Nancy Drew to the Pink Panther, how good a detective are you? Take this quiz to find out!
Pet Frogs: Best for 'Look but Don't Touch' Owners
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Thinking about getting a pet that hops instead of walks? Frogs might be the answer. Pet frogs come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors, and with the right setup, they can be low-maintenance animals that are fun to observe.
The Rendlesham Forest Incident
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In the Rendlesham Forest incident, triangular UFOs appeared in England and landed on multiple nights. Several groups of witness and investigators observed the glowing objects flying about. Learn more about the Rendlesham Forest incident.
The Life and Death of Timothy Treadwell, the 'Grizzly Man'
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For Timothy Treadwell, observing and protecting grizzly bears (Ursus arctos horribilis) was a way of life. Until one day Treadwell and his partner, Amie Huguenard, were eaten alive by the same bears they revered.