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What If Alcohol Didn't Exist?
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Our early ancestors, enjoying the effects of rotten fruit, had stumbled onto something big. How did alcohol serve as a nutrition source and, some believe, help motivate hunters to take up farming?
Which Greek God Is Your Soulmate?
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The Greek Gods ruled over the world and many of them were notorious for having relationships with humans. Which one would be your soulmate? Take this quiz to find out!
10 Biggest Snowstorms of All Time
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Heavy snowfall is just one mark of a bad snowstorm. But the biggest snowstorms of all time also brought strong winds and in some cases, major power outages.
Aurochs (Rhymes With 'Ox') Was the Great Granddaddy of Cattle
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The aurochs was a powerful wild ox that once roamed across much of Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. This extinct species, known scientifically as Bos primigenius, is widely recognized as the wild ancestor of modern domestic cattle.
Are Black Magic Spells Powerful? The Truth Behind Their Strength
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Black magic spells have been used for centuries to influence fate, love, and power. Discover their history, types, and the truth behind their mystical forces.
How Saunas Work
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Do you know what saunas do for your body? Learn about the history, function and health/skin benefits of saunas at HowStuffWorks.
In Which Century Do You Belong?
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The modern era has plenty of advantages, but it's not for everyone. Some of us belong in the past - but when, exactly? Take this quiz to find out just what century would suit you best!
How Mummies Work
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They stick around long after death and compete with the likes of Dracula, Frankenstein's monster and the Wolfman as one of the great figures of classic horror movies. Are you brave enough to unravel the history of these real-life, tangible ghosts?
How Flamethrowers Work
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When humans discovered fire, they learned to cook their food in a controlled environment. What came next? Flamethrowers, of course. What do flamethrowers have in common with their living counterpart -- fire breathers?
What is the Longest Book in the World?
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The longest book in the world can be determined by word count, page number, or character count (letters, not personalities).