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The Elephant Man Image Gallery

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These pictures of the 'Elephant Man' are of one of the most shockingly disfigured person in history. See pictures of the 'Elephant Man' to learn more.

UAP Meaning: Understanding Unidentified Aerial Phenomena

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UFOs and UAPs both refer to unidentified objects in the sky, but scientists prefer the term UAP. And that's because when we hear UFO, we automatically assume aliens.

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?

Ayurveda Overview

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Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine that is gaining popularity. Learn all about Ayurveda at HowStuffWorks.

Were the Clovis the first Americans?

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The Clovis, ancient people who made the sophisticated Clovis projectile discovered at Clovis Indian sites, are a mystery. Read about the mysterious Clovis.

What Was the Very First Toothbrush?

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The first recognizable toothbrush arose in the 15th century. Read a short history of the humble toothbrush at HowStuffWorks Now.

Are the Ica stones authentic?

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Humans riding dinosaurs: Sounds like a kid's dream come true! History tells us this couldn't possibly have happened, but the Ica stones say otherwise. So is there any truth to these allegedly ancient carvings, or are they just an elaborate hoax?

Can You Name All of These World Heritage Sites?

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We only have one Earth, and the easiest way you can show your appreciation for it is by recognizing its brilliance. Some of the world's most endangered animals, oldest cities and rarest land formations are protected in World Heritage Sites around the globe. Put your skills to the test and see if you can recognize them all.

What Did Your Address Look Like 250 Million Years Ago?

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The Ancient Earth visualization map shows the movement of the planet's tectonic plates in a really cool way.

Countries That Start With 'Z' and How They Got Their Names

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If you were to explore the world alphabetically, you'd find 27 countries starting with "s" - like Spain, Sweden and South Africa - each with its own rich history and vibrant culture. But when you get to "X," the map draws a blank; no countries start with that elusive letter.

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