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12 Unbelievably Daring Real-Life Spies
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We've read about them in books and see them in movies all the time but is the the world of espionage and secret agents really as flashy and exciting as Ian Fleming would have us believe? Well, perhaps not in all respects, but many real-life spies have been tasked with missions that are just as [...] The post 12 Unbelievably Daring Real-Life Spies appeared first on Goliath.
What Is the Biggest Cat in the World? Top 9 Species in the Wild
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Get ready to unleash your inner wild as we prowl into the heart of the animal kingdom, where the biggest cat in the world roams. And no, we're not talking about Barivel, the Maine coon who holds the record for the longest domestic cat in the world.
Historic and Haunted: Tennessee's Houses with a Dark Past
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Discover the most haunted houses in Tennessee, where eerie encounters, ghostly legends, and paranormal activity bring chilling stories to life. Dare to explore?
Why Is a Four-leaf Clover Lucky?
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For centuries, people have considered the four-leaf clover to be magical. Learn more about four-leaf clovers and their luck factor at HowStuffWorks.
Save or Splurge: 10 Suggestions on What's Worth the Spend When You're on Vacation
Save or splurge? These 10 suggestions will help you decide what's worth spending a little extra cash on vacation. Read tips for saving or spending on vacation.
Anne Frank's Diary Is Still Spilling Its Secrets
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Since 'The Diary of Anne Frank' was first published in 1947, scholars have dissected every page. HowStuffWorks looks at the new Anne that has emerged.
The 13 Best Directors Of Modern Cinema
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Often the focal point of a film will be the stars, but sometimes the selling factor will be who directed the film. The director is the one who creates the film and controls the artistic and dramatic elements, and no film can succeed without a director with talent and vision. These 13 directors have all [...] The post The 13 Best Directors Of Modern Cinema appeared first on Goliath.
Queen Elizabeth II Steered the British Monarchy Into the 21st Century
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With the death of Queen Elizabeth, the British monarchy marks the end of an era and moves into a new phase as Prince Charles is set to take the throne.
How Yo-Yos Work
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Yo-yos can be traced back at least 2,500 years. It's a toy with true staying power, and it has lately gone high-tech -- ever heard of a yo-yo with a clutch? Learn about yo-yo physics, yo-yo tricks, yo-yo history and some serious upgrades in yo-yo design.
How the Oscars Work
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Movie buffs around the world soon will be glued to their sets. Yes, it's almost Oscar time. Get the skinny on the rules of Academy voting and on the famous gold guy himself from HowStuffWorks.