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The Unification Church: Mass Marriages and a Moonie Messiah
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New religious movements generally garner equal parts attention and skepticism; this is especially true for new and alternative religions in America. The United States has a long list of cult leaders who experienced a meteoric rise to fame, followed quickly by an abrupt fall from grace.
The Bull Snake Is All Bark and No (Venomous) Bite
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Bull snakes (Pituophis catenifer sayi), sometimes generalized as gopher snakes, are among the largest and most powerful nonvenomous snakes in North America. The heavy-bodied bull snake is often mistaken for a rattlesnake due to its size and defensive behaviors, but it's completely harmless to humans.
Can You Pass a 1960s TV Trivia Quiz?
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Just as the postwar generation was coming of age, so was the new medium of television. Although the close of the 1950s marked the end of TV's golden age, television in the '60s shaped culture as never before. How well do you remember these '60s TV classics?
Pretend You're an NFL GM and We'll Guess How Much of a Risk-Taker You Are
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There's no perfect formula to being a successful NFL general manager, as they each implement different strategies to build a championship team. Some of them like to play the odds, while others make pretty risky moves. Take this quiz and find out where you fall on that scale!
10 Really Smart People Who Did Really Dumb Things
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Having a Ph.D., four stars on your general's uniform or a seat in the Oval Office won't necessarily stop you from doing things that make others want to whack you on the head with a "how could you?" Here are 10 who should've thought twice.
The Ultimate Dog Training Quiz
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Training a dog might not be as easy as one-two-three, but it's rewarding for both handler and dog. With consistent efforts it can bring out the best in the duo, generating desirable behaviors in the dog and satisfaction on the part of both. Take this quiz to learn more about how dog training works.
Which Canadian Accent Do You Have?
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Canada is a land of great diversity and also some pretty great accents. The thing about an accent is that you generally don't even realize you have one until someone tells you. Do you want to know your Canadian accent? Take the quiz and see!
Do You Know These Common Gen X Phrases?
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Calling all so-called slackers and slacker-lovers out there - or the so-called Generation X people out there! If you are one, can you still recall the catchphrases and popular words of your era? Or if you're familiar with Gen X culture, then try this quiz for size! Go!
How IMAX Works
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If you've ever seen an IMAX movie, you know it's not a typical film. It sometimes takes years to produce, resulting in an incredible, unmatched viewing experience. Find out all about some amazing movie-making technology!
18 Must-watch 90s Anime Series and Movies
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Every generation produces hard-hitting animated movies and series with stories that stay with you long after the credits roll. However, most fans of the genre would likely agree that their favorite anime was born from the golden age of manga between the late 80s and early 2000s.