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Branch Davidians and David Koresh's End of the World
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In 1993, FBI officials and other law enforcement agents became locked in a 51-day standoff with the Branch Davidians, a religious sect living on a 940-acre farm and compound near Waco, Texas, led by self-proclaimed prophet David Koresh.
5 Things to Know About Author Roald Dahl
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The author of many beloved children's classics, Roald Dahl was also a World War II flying ace and a spy. Learn more about this controversial figure.
Do You Have to Tell Buyers Your House Is Haunted?
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When it comes to buying that spooky-ish-looking Victorian mansion, the word is "buyer beware." No states mandate disclosure that a house is haunted and only a few require disclosure if the seller is asked directly.
The Journey of 'Uncle Tom': From Abolitionist Hero to Ultimate Sellout
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'Uncle Tom's Cabin' was a wildly popular novel about a heroic enslaved man. But along the way, 'Uncle Tom' became a shorthand insult for a Black man who's subservient to whites.
Alkali Metals: Elements in the First Column of the Periodic Table
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Although the term might be unfamiliar, you know all about alkali metals. Ever used salt or eaten a banana? So, what special properties do these elements have?
Does Playing With Toy Guns Lead to Later Acts of Gun Violence?
Does playing with toy guns actually lead to violence? HowStuffWorks looks at the facts.
What if China never had a one-child policy?
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China's government imposed mandatory IUDs and mass sterilizations, among other measures. That's some serious micromanagement. Was it necessary to avert a population disaster?
Peyote Is Endangered, Spiritually Sacred and Becoming Legal
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Long-banned in the U.S., except for religious purposes, peyote is starting to be decriminalized in some cities. But is that a good thing for this endangered plant?
Man-made Islands Are More Common Than You Think
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Man has been building islands all over the world for centuries using extraordinary feats of engineering. But at what cost to the environment?
Test Your Vocabulary With This Quiz!
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Want to test your smarts without the headache of a graduate program? Take this vocabulary quiz, and let's find out if you're smarter than a Ph.D. student.