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What Is a Second Cousin? Unraveling the Family Tree
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Cousins are indeed complicated. Who's your first cousin once removed? What is a second cousin? And what are kissing cousins? We'll tell you.
Would You Ever Join a Cult?
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Many former cult members say that they can't believe it could happen to them - that they could be so blind to the grave reality of their situation. The question is, could it happen to you?
How Long Would You Have Survived in Ancient Rome?
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Almost 2,000 years ago, Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca the Younger proclaimed, "nil desperandum," meaning, "never despair." After a few days in Ancient Rome, however, most would probably find this easier said than done. So, would you despair or thrive in this dark time?
Was George Washington Really Offered a Chance to Be King of the U.S.?
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How close did America come to having a monarchy? HowStuffWorks finds out whether George Washington could have been King of the U.S.
15 Types of Roses (Out of a Whopping 30,000)
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Roses are the divas of the garden world. But just like divas, not all roses are alike. There are more than 30,000 types of roses cultivated across the globe, and each with its own flair, fragrance and flower power.
13 Scariest Monsters From Movies, Mythology, and More
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Some monsters creep slowly. Others smash through walls with a roar. All the entries on this list of the scariest monsters mess with our heads, our guts, and our sense of safety.
This Spirit Bear Is Neither Albino Nor a Polar Bear
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A spirit bear looks almost mythical when it appears along a salmon river in the Great Bear Rainforest. The animal's creamy white coat stands out against the dark forest and fast rivers of coastal British Columbia.
How Stone Lithography Works
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Today, artists use stone lithography to produce fine art prints, but 150 years ago it was THE color-printing technology. It's an incredible art form. Take a photo-filled look at this fascinating process.
How Spacewalks Work
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When astronauts talk moonwalking, they don't mean the Michael Jackson dance move. Spacewalks take an entire day of preparation -- and a 240-pound space suit.
17 Home Remedies for Diaper Rash
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Read about gentle, effective home remedies for diaper rash that include both simple tricks and things you'll find in your kitchen.