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The Curse of Beauty: How Helen of Troy Was Blamed for Sparking the Trojan War
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She was said to be the most beautiful woman in Greece and the bearer of the "face that launched a thousand ships."
Where Did the NATO Phonetic Alphabet Come From?
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You've surely heard it in the movies even if you've never used it. So who came up with the phonetic alphabet and why is it used?
6 Largest Empires in History
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You've probably heard of the Russian, the Mongol, the Roman, the British and a few other empires. Until pretty recently, they were all over the place (literally). So, what were the largest empires in history?
Was Lucifer an Archangel? Biblical and Literary Portrayals
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Lucifer, whose name means "light bearer," is one of the most complex and significant figures in Christian tradition. Originally a high-ranking angel created by God, Lucifer's fall from grace is a powerful narrative that has shaped religious and literary depictions of evil for centuries.
This Is How Sexual Harassment Is Legally Defined in the U.S.
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Reports of famous people being accused of sexually harassment have been in the news. HowStuffWorks looks at the legal definition of sexual harassment.
6 Famous Paintings That Hold Hidden Messages
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Painters love to include hidden symbols and meanings inside works. Here are six famous pieces with hidden messages you may have missed.
The Druids: Philosophers, Politicians, Priests or Sorcerers?
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The Druids were a class of Celtic-speaking purveyors of magical and religious practice who inhabited northwestern Europe around 2,000 years ago, but almost everything we know about them is from secondhand sources.
Posse Comitatus: The 140-Year-Old Law That Affects U.S. Troops at the Border
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Posse comitatus is an idea and a U.S. law that leaves law enforcement to local authorities, not the feds. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Mrs. Cheng: The Most Successful Pirate in History
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HowStuffWorks looks at the career of Mrs. Cheng, aka Ching Shih, a famous female pirate of the 19th century who patrolled the South China Sea.
Great British Baking Terms: Know Your Scones From Your Biscuits
HowStuffWorks looks at some great British Baking terms - and some American ones as well.