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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 Middle Lanes Are the Fastest in Track and Field ... Right?

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In track and field, it was conventional wisdom that the middle lanes of the track were the fastest. One economist put that assumption to the test.

11 Actors Who Are Trained Martial Artists

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Martial arts are so popular, they spawned an entire movie sub-genre starring some of the most respected martial artists of all time. Regarding this list, it's a mish-mash. We have several martial artists turned actors, some of whom have passed away but will always be remembered as legends, and some actors who you might not [...] The post 11 Actors Who Are Trained Martial Artists appeared first on Goliath.

The 10 Most Tragic Auto Racing Deaths In History

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Professional race car driving is a deadly sport. Anybody who engages in the sport of auto racing knows that they are taking their life into their own hands. And it doesn't matter how experienced or talented a driver may be, even some of the best wheelmen of all time have been killed on the track. Often [...] The post The 10 Most Tragic Auto Racing Deaths In History appeared first on Goliath.

Ben Hogan

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Ben Hogan had to overcome many hardships to become one of golf's all-time great champions. Find out more about Ben Hogan's golfing career.

How Shin Splints Work

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Shin splints can be very painful for distance runners. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about shin splints.

A 'Tree That Owns Itself' Grows in Athens, Georgia

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A massive white oak in Athens, Georgia has many wondering whether a tree can even have legal rights. HowStuffWorks talked to experts to find out.

Britain vs. England vs. UK: What's the Difference?

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There's a whale of a difference between the United Kingdom and Great Britain. But whatever you do, don't call someone from Scotland "English."

Water Is Free. Why Do Americans Spend Billions on the Bottled Stuff?

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In 2017, bottled water surpassed soda as America's favorite drink and the trend continues. How did water become a multi-billion-dollar business?

9 Heavy-hitting Facts About the Greatest, Muhammad Ali

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He was cocky when it came to his boxing career but charitable when it came to his heart. That's just part of why Muhammad Ali's legacy shines so bright.

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