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Paganism Is the Oldest, Newest Religion
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Originally, 'Pagan' was a putdown for the country folk who continued to worship the old Roman gods, rather than embracing Christianity. Today, paganism is having a resurgence but with a modern twist.
How Shrunken Heads Work
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If you think that shrinking a human head isn't possible, read on at HowStuffWorks for a frightening primer on the ritual and those that perform it.
How to Build Family Traditions
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If you want to know how to build family traditions, you've come to the right place. Read about building family traditions at HowStuffWorks.
Where did the legend of Bloody Mary come from?
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The 'Bloody Mary' ritual causes a ghastly apparition to materialize in a darkened room. Where did the Bloody Mary legend come from? Find out.
Why Do People Knock on Wood for Luck?
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Have you ever wondered why people knock on wood for luck? Like many superstitions, the answer goes back as far as pagan rituals.
Can I damage my skin by scrubbing too hard?
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Does scrubbing damage skin? Should you ease up on your grooming rituals? Take a look at this article to see if scrubbing damages skin.
450 Huge Geometrical Earthworks in the Amazon Hint at Past Civilizations
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Although the trenched enclosures were probably used to conduct rituals, they can tell us how the ancient indigenous people of the Amazon managed their forests.
The Yellow Anaconda Can Form Days-long 'Breeding Balls'
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The yellow anaconda isn't the only snake species to form breeding balls for mating privileges, but it will engage in the ritual for several hours or even days.
Why is it good luck to spit on a new baseball bat?
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Baseball players rely on a lot of superstitions to boost their self-confidence. Learn why spitting on a baseball bat is good luck at HowStuffWorks.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Learn about obsessive-compulsive disorder, a type of anxiety disorder.