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All About the Mythical Phoenix: Bird of Fire and Eternal Life
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The phoenix bird is a mythical creature that resembles an eagle with broader wings. Its elegant, peacock-like feathers burst with the dazzling colors of flames. Any Harry Potter fan could explain what this magnificent "fire bird" looks like in great detail.
Where Is the Coldest City in the World?
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If you're looking for a place to live and you don't mind some seriously frosty winters, you have plenty of options to choose from. But some places endure more than a few blustery months, and no parka or insulated mittens will feel like enough. Those are contenders for the title of coldest city in the world.
Countries That Start With 'W' and How They Got Their Names
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Ever wondered how many countries start with "W"? Well, spoiler alert: You won't need many fingers to count them.
15 Largest Cities in Italy, Ranked by Population
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Italy is the birthplace of the Renaissance. It boasts works by legendary artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael and Caravaggio. Italy also plays an important role in the United Nations, as one of the founding members of UNICEF (United Nation's Childrens Fund) and FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization, which is based in Rome).
Saharan Dust: The Good, the Bad and the Gritty
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Dust from the Sahara makes its way around the world with both positive and not-so-positive consequences.
The Stew You Brew (and Eat) for Years: Perpetual Stew
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Some chefs are firm believers in stews that are cooked in an unending cycle. Find out about perpetual stew from HowStuffWorks Now.
You Need It Like a Hole in the Head: The Ancient Medical Art of Trepanation
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Drilling a hole in somebody's skull was all the rage 4,000 to 12,000 years ago. In fact, 5 to 10 percent of skulls from this period have a hole in them, made while the person was still alive. The question is, why?
Ancient Egyptians Believed Cats Had 'Divine Energy'
But that doesn't mean they worshipped them.
Gregor MacGregor's Swindle: The Country That Never Existed
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Gregor MacGregor was a Scotsman who swindled hundreds of people in a land scheme in the early 1800s. HowStuffWorks looks at the incredible story.
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.