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How the 'Wow!' Signal Works

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In 1977, SETI volunteer Jerry Ehman saw a transmission so exciting he circled it on paper and wrote the word "Wow!" It seemed to indicate a message from outer space. But what was it really?

How Do You Evict Your Freeloading Friend?

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That friend or relative who said they only needed somewhere to stay for a few days is still on your couch a few months later. Getting them out legally might be harder than you think.

5th-Grade General Knowledge Quiz

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Were you a whiz kid at school? How much do you remember from your days in 5th grade? Test your knowledge of 5th grade facts with this simple math, science, English, and history quiz!

10 Most Long-lived Empires in History

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Which historical empires lasted the longest? Read about the 10 most long-lived empires in history.

Can You Match the MCU Quote to the Character?

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The MCU is great at so many things and one of them is definitely coming up with amazing, standout quotes. If you can do this all day, if you are inevitable, if you are Iron Man (or maybe even Groot), then take the quiz and show your stuff!

London Bridge Has Never Fallen Down, But It Keeps Getting Rebuilt

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Despite what the nursery rhyme says, London Bridge is not falling down - and never really has. But the bridge that spans the Thames has been rebuilt again and again for two millennia.

How Dictators Work

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Dictators make controversial, violent news. But who are these dictators? We'll explore what makes a dictator, from how dictatorships started to how they usually end.

Do You Know Famous Criminals From Their Face Alone?

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They're famous for the crime but the morbid fascination begins in asking the question: who did it? In the end, most people want to know about criminals because they look like regular people you see on the street. What if you were in the same room as them? Don't worry, these famous criminals are already put away, but let's see how many of them you recognize!

How the Tea Party Works

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The Tea Party started as a grassroots movement that has gained momentum. Learn about the politics of the Tea Party.

12 Shocking Punishments For Minor Crimes

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Since the dawn of human civilization, rulers have had to devise punishments for unacceptable behavior. Sincere attempts were occasionally made to ensure that the punishment fit the crime, like the concept of an Eye for an Eye. By contrast, the word "Draconian," attributed to the ruler Draco of ancient Athens around 621 BC, is synonymous [...] The post 12 Shocking Punishments For Minor Crimes appeared first on Goliath.

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