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Groom of the Stool: A Crappy Job With Royal Benefits
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It may sound degrading to modern ears, but the groom of the stool, the person who helped the British king with his toilet duties, held an extremely prestigious position and was a close confidant of the monarch.
How the CPR Doll Developed From a Famous Parisian Death Mask
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CPR Annie has been called "the most-kissed face in the world." But the doll's look was improbably inspired by a famous Parisian death mask.
The Presidential Records Act Is Essential for the National Archives
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The FBI searched Mar-a-Lago for missing White House documents on behalf of the National Archives. How did they even know what to look for?
Messerschmitt Bf 109(Me 109)
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The Messerschmitt Bf 109 is one of few fighters ever to be developed from a light-plane design. Willy Messerschmitt's angular little plane was built in greater numbers than any other fighter. Read how the Bf 109 has been so successful and long-lived.
How Pirates Work
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Pirates have sailed the seas for hundreds of years. Learn about pirates and find out if you have what it takes to live the pirate lifestyle.
How Lying Works
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Lying is a common behavior that nevertheless drives people crazy. Why do we lie? How do you catch someone lying? And why is it so hard to tell the truth?
How Ponzi Schemes Work
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A Ponzi scheme is a carefully orchestrated financial scam that's completely illegal. Learn how Ponzi schemes begin and how scammers generate big money.
What Did Benjamin Franklin Invent? Much More Than Bifocals
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Between running a print shop, engineering the U.S. postal system, and helping sow the seeds of the American Revolution, Benjamin Franklin also found time to draw up a vast collection of new devices. What are some of his most enduring inventions?
How Floating Bridges Work
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Bridges span the gap and help us get from point A to B, but who knew they could float, too? Find out what the deal is with floating bridges in this article.
1966 Pontiac 2+2
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Big, beautiful, beastly: the 1966 Pontiac 2+2 was a sterling full-size muscle car. Explore its glory in this article, photos, and specifications