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What's the Difference Between a Duke and an Earl?

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They both sound prestigious, but one ranks higher than the other. So, which is it and how do you get your hands on one of these British titles, anyway?

Who Named Planet Earth?

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All of the planets in the solar system are named for Greek gods, except Earth. So where did the name come from?

How Much Butter Is in Peanut Butter?

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Aaaah ... peanut butter. For some, it's a staple food. But how much butter is there in a tablespoon of the stuff?

Meet Archaeopteryx, a Feathered Dino With Wings and Teeth

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Archaepteryx was a very unique dinosaur in that it resembled a bird. Learn more about the Archaepteryx, Late Jurassic dinosaurs, and dinosaurs of all eras.

Weaving the Story of Kente Cloth, a Historic West African Fabric

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Recognized by its bright colors and rows of bold, woven patterns, kente cloth is more than a piece of fabric. Each kente cloth has meaning, which is conveyed through its colors, patterns and symbols.

What's the Difference Between Kosher Salt and Table Salt?

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Many recipes call for kosher salt rather than regular table salt. But does it really matter? And can you substitute table salt if that's all you have on hand?

How a Teenage Sacagawea Guided the Lewis and Clark Expedition Into Immortality

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Sacagawea, at around 16 or 17, guided the Lewis and Clark expedition thousands of miles from North Dakota to the Pacific Ocean, and became a legend.

Is the Thermomix Worth the Hype (and the Price)?

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It's not every day you spend $1,500 on a kitchen gadget, even one that bills itself as 22 appliances in one. So, is it worth the price? We decided to investigate.

The Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe

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Edgar Allan Poe was the master of the macabre, but the story of his life and mysterious death is as fascinating as his most suspenseful work of fiction.

Venus de Milo: The Most Famous Armless Statue in the World

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The Venus de Milo is one of the most recognized statues in all the world, but why does she have no arms?

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