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Theseus Slew the Minotaur, But Was He a Hero or a Villain?

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Theseus was the mythical founder-hero of Athens and the slayer of the Poseidon-cursed man-bull known as the Minotaur. "Olympians" author George O'Connor reflects on Theseus, a difficult mythological hero to love.

Top 5 Innovations in Oil Drilling

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Oil drilling has been around for more than a century. But because of the numerous developments in the technology, it has grown leaps and bounds in that time.

How Professional Organizers Work: When should you hire one?

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Professional organizers help tackle all types of projects in both the home and office. How do you know if it's worth hiring a professional organizer?

Are Mermaids Real? A Look at Mermaid Myths Across Cultures

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From Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Mermaid" to C.S. Lewis' "The Chronicles of Narnia" series to Alice Hoffman's "Aquamarine," mermaids have been a fixture in literature and pop culture for centuries. But are mermaids real?

The Snowy Owl Is Quirkier Than You'd Expect

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From the fictional Hedwig in the Harry Potter series, to those that live wild and free, the snowy owl is one of the most captivating species of owl in the world.

Bald Eagle Size, Diet and History as a National Icon

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The national bird of the United States has taken on iconic status as the avian avatar of freedom, but its wingspan and steely gaze guarantee its status in the pecking order of prey birds as a symbol of strength.

Can You Pass This Australian General Knowledge Quiz?

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Australia is the massive mainland of the Australian continent, but how much do you know about it? Put your Australia knowledge to the test with this quiz!

Odysseus and His Not-always Heroic Odyssey

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Odysseus is the hero of the epic Greek poem "The Odyssey." But by today's standards, he might not be considered a hero at all.

10 of the Bloodiest Battles of World War II

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The war that began with German dictator Adolf Hitler's rise to power led to more than 50 million combatant and civilian deaths. Which 10 battles during the World War II were the costliest?

Claude Monet Paintings 1879-1886

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The Claude Monet paintings of 1879-1886 depict the artist as the epic poet of nature. See Claude Monet's famous Impressionist paintings.

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