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Was the Cullinan Diamond a Royal Gift or Stolen Gem?
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It was the world's largest diamond when mined and today it's cut into nine gems that are all part of the British Crown Jewels. But since the death of Queen Elizabeth II, questions have emerged about its imperialist history.
7 Cops Who Turned Out To Be Serial Killers
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As much as we all want to believe that law enforcement officials are always the good guys who will do whatever they can to serve and protect the community, there have been a number of cases over the decades and in recent years that demonstrate exactly the opposite. Below you'll find examples of several police [...] The post 7 Cops Who Turned Out To Be Serial Killers appeared first on Goliath.
How Good Is Your Medical Vocabulary?
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Hey, you knew all those years of "ER" and "Grey's Anatomy" would pay off someday, right? Show off your mastery of medical-speak now, with our quiz!
Screw Head Types: Exploring the Varieties and What They Do
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If you're new to construction tools, you're likely baffled by the number of screw head types out there. There are so many! Fortunately, we can help you identify and use the most common types of traditional and machine screws.
Do You Have an Internal Dialogue? Not Everyone Does
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If you engage in constant self-talk, it may surprise you that some people think in pictures instead or do nothing at all. And the number of people truly having an inner monologue may not be as great as you think.
What is a birthmark?
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I noticed a light brown spot emerge on my newborn son's forehead when he was about three days old. It never went away. Everyone calls it a birthmark. What is a birthmark?
What Is Déjà Vu?
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Déjà vu is used to describe the feeling that you experienced a situation before. What causes this phenomenon? It's not a glitch in the matrix, but most of our knowledge on the subject is still theoretical.
What makes your knuckles pop?
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What makes your knuckles pop, and is it really bad for you?
Does drinking ice water burn calories?
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When I drink ice water, does my body burn calories warming up the ice?
What if I Put Aluminum Foil in the Microwave?
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We've all been told not to put aluminum foil in the microwave. Stories of incredible explosions and fires are usually at the center of these ominous warnings. Why is that?