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How Do You Become a Ufologist?

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If you're considering a hobby or career as a "ufologist" or paranormal investigator, there are a handful of routes that don't involve being personally abducted or applying to a secret government shadow agency.

Arrival of European Breeds Wiped Out Native American Dogs

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Ancient American dogs were almost completely wiped out when the Europeans arrived. HowStuffWorks looks at the lasting legacy they did leave behind.

Do We Actually Swallow Spiders in Our Sleep?

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Worried about creepy-crawlies entering your mouth while you sleep? Relax, spiders have no interest in being eaten. In fact, there's no record of anyone swallowing a spider while sleeping.

Ghana's Fantasy Coffins Are to Die For

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HowStuffWorks looks at the Ghanaian tradition of burying the dead in fantasy coffins, vibrant works of art made by skillful master carpenters.

What Would a Yellowstone Eruption Mean for North America?

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Welcome to Yellowstone, a natural wonderland that's home to stunning vistas, vibrant plant and animal life ... and a massive and potentially devastating supervolcano.

Can you Match the Manufacturer to the Car Model?

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By some estimates, car manufacturers built about 72 million cars in 2016 alone. Maybe you know your car models...or maybe you don't. Let's see if you can match the manufacturer to the model!

Ancient Folks Didn't Have Twitter, but Boy Did They Have Curse Tablets

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Ancient Greeks and Romans used thin strips of lead to vent their frustrations or write messages to the gods.

How Enslaved Elizabeth Freeman, 'Mum Bett,' Sued for Her Freedom and Won

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On Aug 22, 1781, the court ordered that Mum Bett, later known as Elizabeth Freeman, should be emancipated from slavery. She was the first enslaved black woman to sue for her freedom and win.

What Is Smudging? Can Burning Sage Purify a Space of Negative Energy?

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Burning sage, aka smudging, has become increasingly popular for the purpose of cleansing energy and promoting healing and wisdom. But what is it exactly?

A Christmas Eve Mystery: What Happened to the Sodder Children?

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Five of the 10 Sodder children disappeared after the family home burned down in 1945, but their bodies were never found. So, what happened to them?

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