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14 People Who Vanished Without a Trace

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One day they were here and the next they simply disappeared. What happened to these 14 people? Will we ever know what happened to them or will their fates be unsolved forever?

The Sweet Details of Treacle, Britain's Favorite Syrup

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A beloved ingredient in British children's literature, treacle has a long sweet history. Let's dip in.

Billions of Brood X Cicadas Are About to Get Loud

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And we mean really loud. Like up to 100 decibels loud. Get all the buzz on what's making these bug-eyed bugs return.

The Salty History of Swearing Like a Sailor

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Ever heard anyone say, "He swears like a sailor"? Why do sailors get singled out for being extra-profane? Because there's a long, colorful history behind it.

Fearless Females: Our Women's History Quiz

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These pioneering women bring new meaning to the phrase, "girl power!" Test your IQ of some of the baddest women in history with our quiz.

Muskrats Are Fat Little Rodents With a Signature Smell

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They look a lot like beavers and the two rodents have a lot in common. But muskrats are their own species with their own signature scent.

Are Tomahawk Steaks Just Glorified Bone-in Ribeyes?

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These steaks are touted as some of the best you can buy. They're expensive - and huge. But are they worth the high price tag?

'By Any Means Necessary': The Life of Malcolm X

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Malcolm X was a leader of the Nation of Islam and he was labeled a firebrand by many. But was he simply misunderstood?

Tired of Sitting All Day? These 5 Calisthenics Can Get You Moving

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Sitting on your butt all day can do a number on your health. Calisthenics, which is resistance training using your body weight, is a great way to stay in shape.

You're Definitely a Kid of the '90s if You Played POGs

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Before there was Pokemon, there were POGs. This little round disc game was all the rage on playgrounds across the globe. Even Bart Simpson played. Did you?