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5 Countries That Ditched Their Military Forces
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As Benjamin Franklin once quipped: "There never was a good war or a bad peace." That's why these five countries have gotten out of the military business entirely.
How to Volunteer in Historical Reenactments
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Volunteering in historical reenactments is a big commitment. Learn what's involved if you want to volunteer in historical reenactments.
How the Human Blockhead Works
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The human blockhead act involves a performer hammering a nail into their nostril. Learn about the human blockhead and how the human blockhead avoids injury.
Theseus Slew the Minotaur, But Was He a Hero or a Villain?
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Theseus was the mythical founder-hero of Athens and the slayer of the Poseidon-cursed man-bull known as the Minotaur. "Olympians" author George O'Connor reflects on Theseus, a difficult mythological hero to love.
What State Gets the Most Snow? No. 1 Gets 6 Feet Per Year
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As colder months and winter weather sweep across the country, each state in the U.S. prepares for their respective regional conditions. Temperature and the average amount of snowfall per year depend on several factors, including terrain, elevation and the likelihood of consistent precipitation.
Odysseus and His Not-always Heroic Odyssey
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Odysseus is the hero of the epic Greek poem "The Odyssey." But by today's standards, he might not be considered a hero at all.
The Steepest Road in the World, Plus 9 Rival Inclines
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The Guinness World Records has an award for the steepest road in the world, and Baldwin Street of New Zealand is the current title holder.
Why Is a Town in Brazil Celebrating the U.S. Confederacy?
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The podcast Part-Time Genius asks which places exemplify American cultures outside the U.S. - and how America acquired its overseas territories.
The Surprising Reason Why Vanilla Is So Expensive
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Vanilla is probably the most popular flavoring out there, but most of what we consume is the imitation variety as the real extract is so pricey.
Have invasive species caused any extinctions?
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Introducing a new species into an ecosystem can have unforeseen and disastrous consequences for the species that already live there.