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Does Love Make Your Pupils Dilate?
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Does love make your pupils dilate? Read about the effect that sexual arousal has on your pupils at HowStuffWorks.
Can you guess the scientific name of these common things?
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Did you know there's a mushroom called Spongiforma squarepantsii? Carl Linnaeus invented modern taxonomy and scientists have expanded this vocabulary over the years. Let's see how many scientific names you can guess correctly!
How to Plan a Madrigal Dinner
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Thinking of hosting a madrigal dinner this holiday season? See these tips on how to plan a madrigal dinner to get started.
Where to Find the Best Christmas Markets in Europe
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Several Christmas markets in large cities will bring about a sense of wonder this holiday season. However, if you're in the mood to step into a true winter wonderland, maybe plan to visit one of the many smaller markets in Europe for a quieter, peaceful slice of joy.
Zeus, God of the Gods and King of Mount Olympus
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Yep, total power move, swallowing the wife. As king of the gods, Zeus could also, from his commanding position in the sky, blast any human or monster with his lightning bolt.
The Cadaver Synod: When a Dead Pope Was Put on Trial
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During one of the most political times in papal history, Pope Formosus' corpse was dug up and put on trial for crimes of hist past.
Is All That Shines Really Sterling Silver?
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The Brits standardized what it means for an item to be sterling silver way back in the 14th century. But how can you tell if something is sterling or not?
Cobalt: Essential for Batteries and Bright Blues
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Cobalt is associated with the color blue, but it's so needed for rechargeable batteries that the U.S. put it on the list of minerals it can't live without.
Why Are the Biblical Gog and Magog Considered Sinister?
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Throughout history, people have speculated as to who or what Gog and Magog were. Were they two people, one person and his land or two nations? And why were they associated with the Apocalypse?
Finding Balance in Chaos: The Two of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning
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Unlock the secrets of the 2 of Pentacles: discover how this tarot card reveals the art of juggling life’s ups and downs, mastering balance, and making choices when everything feels uncertain-are you ready to find out what you’re really capable of.