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'Disheveled,' 'Disgruntled': Why Are Some Words Only Used in Negative Form?
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No one ever says "heveled" or "gruntled." Do these words even exist? Not every word needs an opposite to prop it up. Here's why.
Willie O'Ree's Unsung Story of Breaking the NHL's Color Barrier
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He's been called the "Jackie Robinson of hockey" and yet hardly anybody knows his name. So who is Willie O'Ree and why is he finally getting his due?
Colorful Tibetan Prayer Flags Aim to Convey Blessings Through the Wind
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You've probably seen Tibetan prayer flags fluttering in the breeze, but what do they symbolize and who should hang them?
Rahab: The Biblical Prostitute in the 'Faith Hall of Fame'
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She's the hero of one of the best-known Bible stories and also described as one of Jesus' ancestors, even though she was a Canaanite prostitute. Who was Rahab, really?
Do You Know the Opening Lyrics For These '70s Songs?
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The 1970s were all about disco. The Bee Gees, John Travolta and "Saturday Night Fever" were on the big screen. We've compiled a list of some of the best and most popular '70s songs. Can you name them all? Take this quiz and find out!
Black Magic Explained: Myths, Rituals, and Cultural Significance
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What lies behind the veil of black magic? Explore the ancient rituals, powerful spells, and myths that have captivated minds for centuries. Click to uncover the dark secrets of this mystical practice.
Who Called Me From This Phone Number? Need-to-know Tips
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In the age of the internet and the cell phones, dealing with unknown callers is a fact of life. Sometimes it's an honest mistake, or a case of misplaced information, but all too often an unknown phone number is from a caller you'd rather not talk to.
How Old Was Jesus When He Died?
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While 33 is often the "go-to" answer to the question of how old was Jesus when he died, many scholars doubt that age is accurate.
From Human Skulls to Handguns, the Paris Lost and Found Has Seen It All
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Human skulls, a Napoleonic-era saber, decades-old prosthetic legs and a telescope from Victorian England - they all live on the shelves of the Bureau of Found Objects in Paris, France.
What Is an Internal Combustion Engine?
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Explore the mechanics and inner workings of the internal combustion engine, an innovation of the Industrial Revolution that transformed transportation.