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Junko Furuta: Examining the Light Sentences of Her Killers

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Junko Furuta's tragic 1988 murder led to lenient sentences for her teenage assailants, sparking debate over Japan's juvenile justice system.

How Cranberry Bogs Work

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How can something as delicate and delicious as a cranberry thrive in something as filthy as a bog? Blame it on the durability of this most unusual and hardy plant.

Why did it take more than 20 years to bury Eva Peron?

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Eva Peron's body wasn't buried for more than 20 years after her death; opposition parties used her body as a token in politics. Learn about Eva Peron's body.

10 Incredible Facts About Looney Tunes

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Over the years, there have been hundreds, perhaps thousands of different cartoon series that appeared both on television screens and in movies, but few are as well-known and influential as the cartoon classic Looney Tunes (and its sister series Merrie Melodies). This animated series, produced by Warner Bros, ran from 1930 to 1969, during the [...] The post 10 Incredible Facts About Looney Tunes appeared first on Goliath.

5 Futuristic Auto Repair Technologies

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Will there be a need for the old-school mechanic's shop in the not-so-distant future? Learn about futuristic auto repair technology at HowStuffWorks.

When Medieval Pilgrims Wore Badges to Ward Off Plague

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The tin or lead pins medieval pilgrims wore on their hats or cloaks, some playfully risqué, were meant to protect against plague.

Can you predict which toys will become collectors' items?

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It's hard to predict which toys will become collectors' items in the future. Learn more about collectors' toys at HowStuffWorks.

Do men and women need different cleansers?

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Do men and women need different cleansers? Take a look if different cleansers are better for certain genders.

12 Anime Angel Characters in TV Series

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Even if you aren't an anime fan, you're likely aware of the genre; it's hugely popular worldwide. A quick glance at the roster of shows and movies can be overwhelming in its sheer variety of characters, but certain trends will quickly appear.

The Amazing, and Alarming, Science Behind Red Snow

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Red snow? Yes. It totally exists. And while it might look cool, it's not exactly what you want to see from Mother Nature.

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