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7 Puritan Myths We Should Stop Believing

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We often think of Puritans as those pilgrims to America whose twin passions were long church services and burning witches. But the truth is far more interesting.

Why are mermaids on ships' prows considered good luck?

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It's a long-standing sailor tradition to put a mermaid on a ship's prow. Learn why mermaids on ships' prows are considered good luck at HowStuffWorks.

When Was It Invented? The Technology Timeline Quiz

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Think you can pass our invention timeline quiz? Test your knowledge to see if you know how long these technologies have been around.

142-year-old Seed Experiment Continues to Amaze

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How long can seeds last underground and still be capable of germinating? One botanist set out to discover this 142 years ago, and his experiment is still running.

The Toucan Is Far More Than the Froot Loops Mascot

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Generations of cereal eaters grew up sharing the breakfast table with Toucan Sam, famous for following his long, colorful nose - but what's that bill for besides hawking cereal?

A Monumental Tribute to Crazy Horse Has Been Taking Shape for Decades

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More than 70 years ago, Lakota Chief Henry Standing Bear dedicated Thunderhead Mountain as the site of the Crazy Horse Memorial. What's taking so long?

Scientists Unlock Secrets of H-bomb Element Einsteinium

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Scientists at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory just made history with einsteinium. They held a sample of the short-lived element long enough to measure some of its chemical properties.

Why Don't You Ever See Square Vegetables?

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At least not in nature. Scientists have discovered the two gene families that play key roles in making fruits and vegetables either round or long. Could a square fruit be on the horizon?

Michael Heizer's Magnum Opus, 'City,' Opens After 50 Years

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"City," the much-anticipated, 50-year-long project by artist Michael Heizer, has opened in the desert of Nevada. But don't expect to be able to see it anytime soon.

Humpback Whales Have Made an Amazing Comeback From Extinction

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Humpback whales can be as long as a city bus and weigh as much as two. They love to breach and water slap with their fins and tails, making them a perennial favorite for whale watchers.

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