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John Wilkes Booth Didn't Act Alone: The Conspiracy to Kill Lincoln
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Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth takes the blame in the history books, but he was part of a larger cast of characters that hoped to decapitate the Union government after the South lost the Civil War.
6 Famous Outlaws of the Wild West
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You know most of their names, but here are the fascinating stories of how six criminal masterminds of the old West lived and died.
The Angel Shark, aka Sand Devil, Lurks on the Ocean Floor
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Is the angel shark the holiest fish in the sea? Their name certainly seems to indicate a pure and pious air, and some seafood connoisseurs say that a bite of an angel shark is like a little taste of heaven.
Yarrow: Herbal Remedies
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Yarrow is used in herbal remedies for bleeding ulcers and many uterine bleeding issues. Learn more about yarrow and making yarrow herbal tea.
How the Toyota Prius Works
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The Toyota Prius is one of the most popular hybrids available. Learn all about the Toyota Prius at HowStuffWorks.
Can you guess the scientific name of these common things?
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Did you know there's a mushroom called Spongiforma squarepantsii? Carl Linnaeus invented modern taxonomy and scientists have expanded this vocabulary over the years. Let's see how many scientific names you can guess correctly!
Casket vs. Coffin: Comparing the Burial Containers
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Made of plain pine or shaped like a shoe, mourners may inter them, suspend them or set them ablaze. How much do caskets and coffins differ?
10 Extreme Motor Sports for Thrill Seekers
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Ice racing may sound like a reckless stunt, but it's an actual motor sport. Learn about 10 extreme motor sports for thrill seekers at HowStuffWorks.
What If Everyone on Earth Spoke the Same Language?
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Would the people of the world get along better if they spoke the same language? Or would it just be easier for us to hate each other?
Can You Guess These Hymns From a Lyric?
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In church, they tell you the name of the song and where to find it in your hymnal. We're not going to make it so easy! If you love Christian music, test your knowledge now with our quiz!