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What the Stuff?!: 4 Mysterious New World Monuments
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For modern archaeologists, the ancient world continues to hold many secrets. The following is a list of four awe-inspiring sights whose codes haven't been cracked yet.
25 of the World's Longest-reigning Monarchs
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From Athelstan, who held off the Viking invaders of Britain, to Sobhuza, the longest-serving king of Eswatni (formerly Swaziland), here are 25 of the world's longest-serving monarchs.
The World's 'Poles of Inaccessibility' Are, Well, Pretty Inaccessible
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The Poles of Inaccessibility are the locations on Earth that are the farthest away from either water or land and are the most remote spots in the world.
The Fascinating World of Itchy Noses: Superstitions and Meanings Explained
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Explore the intriguing nose itching superstition. Uncover cultural beliefs and meanings. Delve into the world of superstitious nose itching.
Maine Coon Cats: Gentle Giants of the Feline World
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Known as the dogs of the cat world, Maine Coons are intelligent, eager to please and love water. HowStuffWorks gets to know this huge breed of cat.
Munchkin Cats: The Wiener Dogs of the Feline World
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Munchkin cats were officially introduced to the world in 1991, though they've been around for decades. HowStuffWorks gets to know these feline cuties.
Who'd Pay $69M for a JPG? Inside the World of NFT Art
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Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, are a way to turn digital art into an asset that can be stored in a blockchain ledger. They could revolutionize the art business. Still confused? Enter the brave new world of NFTs.
10 of the World's Ugliest Animals: So Homely They're Cute
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You can't dis a naked mole rat just for being himself, but, really, what animal could be uglier? Well, the world is full of ugly animals and we've got nine other choices for you.
Why Did the Russians Seal Up the Deepest Hole in the World?
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The Kola Superdeep Borehole in Russia is the deepest hole in the world. It's deeper than the Mariana Trench and deeper than Mt. Everest is tall. Why did the Russians dig this deep, and why did they stop?
How much gold is there in the world?
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I recall hearing once that all of the world's gold could be formed into a cube measuring 18 feet by 18 feet on a side, or something like that. Is that true? If so, how much would it weigh and how much would it be worth?