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Incredible History: When WWII POWs Held an Olympics in a Nazi Camp
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For the Polish military officers allowed to participate, the games were a celebration of humanity during a time of death and destruction. But these games demonstrate - to this day - the awesome healing power of sports.
Brilliance or Blarney: The St. Patrick's Day Traditions Quiz
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St. Patrick's Day can be one of the most fun holidays of the year - and one of the most misunderstood. Who was St. Patrick? Why are people pinching me? Whose idea was it to dye entire rivers green? Find out these answers and more as you kiss the Blarney Stone and learn (or confirm) the truth about St. Patrick's Day.
What if China never had a one-child policy?
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China's government imposed mandatory IUDs and mass sterilizations, among other measures. That's some serious micromanagement. Was it necessary to avert a population disaster?
The Man Whose Blood Saved More Than 2 Million Babies
James Harrison produces a rare antibody in his blood called RhD immunoglobulin that's saved millions of Australian babies. Read more at HowStuffWorks.
How does a puzzle box work?
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A puzzle box must be opened through a series of twists and turns. Learn how puzzle boxes work at HowStuffWorks.
12 Superstitions About Death
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Death is a fact of life. Since the beginning of time humanity has come up with numerous superstitions to come to terms with the dearly departed.
Can You Identify the Disney Channel Show From a Screenshot?
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Are you a member of the Pup Academy? Or do you like traveling back to Waverly Place every once in a while? Either way, the Disney Channel has given us plenty of gold, and we know it. If you think this quiz is too hard, JUST ROLL WITH IT.
5 Female Scientists You Should Know
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From a centenarian brain expert to a mistress of Voltaire, each of these female scientists has an incredible story. Do you want to meet them?
Can You Finish the Lyrics to These Disney Movie Songs?
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Disney has the art of animated musicals down to a science. Their animated feature films are so successful that many often become equally successful Broadway Musicals or even live-action features. How well do you know your Disney music? Find out by completing this finish-the-lyrics quiz.
How Flavor Enhancers Work
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Flavor enhancers can brighten the flavors of almost any food. Learn how flavor enhancers change how food tastes.