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The Surprisingly Radical History of Mother's Day
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Though Mother's Day seems to be filled with sweetness and light, it had a rather heavy origin, arising as a post-Civil War plea for peace.
How Sparta Turned Its Men Into Super-Soldiers — and Dancers
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Movies like '300' have popularized the image of ancient Spartans as super-warriors. But that's only part of the story
Against Crazy Odds, Simon Bolivar Liberated Six Countries in South America
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Bolívar was the catalyst and cult of personality behind the 19th-century liberation movement that won independence for six Latin American nations.
The Mexican-American War Is the Bloodiest Foreign War the U.S. Has Fought
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This war fought between the U.S. and its neighbor to the south is one of the bloodiest in America's history. So why is it so often forgotten?
The Order of Assassins Was Very Real and Very Deadly
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The Nizari Ismaili were some of the most feared assassins in the turbulent medieval Middle East. They used secret techniques to survive against enemies with bigger armies. That is until they finally met their match.
10 Plausible Sports Conspiracy Theories
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Sports conspiracy theories often arise when a favorite team loses due to questionable circumstances. See 10 sports conspiracy theories to learn more.
Do tongue scrapers really help?
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Tongue scrapers are said to help remove the bacteria that causes bad breath. But is using a tongue scraper any more effective than just brushing your tongue?
It's Gardening Season: 5 Tips to Keep Squirrels Out
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Squirrels aren't going anywhere. HowStuffWorks looks at how gardeners and these pesky critters can get along peacefully, in the same yard.
From Caesar to Brexit: The English History Quiz
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English history goes back just a lot bit further than that of the United States. How much do you know about the past of jolly old England? How far back does your knowledge of English history go? Take this quiz to find out!
20 Hawaii Landmarks: Epic Views and Historical Significance
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From ancient kingdoms to pivotal moments in global history, the Hawaii landmarks scattered across the Rainbow State offer visitors a journey through centuries of Native Hawaiian culture, national significance and natural wonder. Here's what to explore on the major Hawaiian islands.