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Quetzalcoatl: A Feathered Serpent Deity of Mesoamerica
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In the heart of ancient Mesoamerica, amidst the vibrant cultures of the Aztecs, Mayans and other indigenous peoples, one deity held a central place in religious belief and cultural imagination: Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent god.
This Book Was the 'WebMD' of the 18th and 19th Centuries
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HowStuffWorks looks at naturopathic remedies of yesterday and today's substitutions.
Calamity Jane Rode Hard, Drank Even Harder and Became a Wild West Legend
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Martha 'Calamity Jane' Canary was a woman trying to make it in a man's world at a time when societal strictures held women tightly bound to norms of femininity.
9 Most Common Phobias (and How To Conquer Them)
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According to the National Institute of Mental Health and the American Psychiatric Association, more than 10 million adults in the United States are living with phobias or similar mental disorders.
Why Are People With Trypophobia Horrified By Holes?
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Trypophobia is the fear - or more like disgust - of closely packed holes. But is it a real phobia and how can it be treated?
25 of the World's Longest-reigning Monarchs
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From Athelstan, who held off the Viking invaders of Britain, to Sobhuza, the longest-serving king of Eswatni (formerly Swaziland), here are 25 of the world's longest-serving monarchs.
Why Marcus Aurelius Matters, in 5 of His Classic Quotes
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Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius is remembered today, mainly for a short philosophical book he wrote called 'Meditations.' We peek inside it.
The Mystery, Myth and Reality of Plum Island
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For years, speculation has surrounded the government's high security animal disease research center, which is slated to close in 2023.
The Messy Legacy of the Columbus Day Holiday
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As more states are swapping Columbus Day celebrations for Indigenous Peoples' Day observances, does Columbus Day still have any relevance?
10 Most Famous Nurses in History
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Do you know some of the most famous nurses in history? Take a look at 10 of the most famous nurses in history that pioneered the modern nursing field.