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The Letter 'Ñ': How a Tilde Saved Space for Medieval Scribes
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The letter "ñ" is Latin small letter (aka lowercase letter) found in Spanish words. A tilde (the squiggly line over the letter) distinguishes "ñ" from "n" and gives it different pronunciation. For instance, in Spanish, "ano" is pronounced "ah-no" and "año" is pronounced "ahn-yo." And for the record, these two words have very different meanings as well.
The Mule Outperforms Both Its Horse Mom and Donkey Dad
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Since many of us no longer live in small agricultural societies, while you might be familiar with the idea of a mule, you might not know about the specifics of the actual animal.
10 Historical Misconceptions
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Some untrue historical events have been passed down for so many years that they have become truths. See our list of 10 historical misconceptions.
The Surprising (and Backward) Evolution of Swear Words
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Swear words don't always go from taboo to acceptable. Sometimes it goes the other way. Learn why at HowStuff Works Now.
From William the Bastard to William the Conqueror: The King Who Transformed England
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This brilliant, ruthless leader invaded England in 1066 and changed the course of British history. In fact, he is the 'father' of every British monarch since.
Can You Name More Than 11 of These Things Canadians Would Know?
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When it comes to your knowledge of Canada, are you a geography genius, a political prodigy or more of a pop culture maven? This quiz will test you on all the things Canadians know about their country, including its history, political landscape and the cultural events which have helped shape our nation's identity.
How Foreign Accent Syndrome Works
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Are patients actually developing a foreign accent, or has something else gone haywire? Learn about foreign accent syndrome at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Pass This Canadian Trivia Quiz?
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You know the basic facts about Canada, but there's a whole lot more to know as well. Think you're a Canadian trivia master? Take the quiz to find out if you know some lesser-known trivia!
How Much Do You Know About Quebec?
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Quebec (or Québec, depending on who you ask) is affectionately known as "la belle province" - the beautiful province. From an iconic cathedral to winding cobblestone streets, Canada's biggest province is a sight to behold. Start the quiz and you'll be transported to this mesmerizing province.
What Is the Rosetta Stone and Why Is the Artifact Important?
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Hieroglyphics used to be a language that no one -- Egyptian or otherwise -- could decipher. With the help of the Rosetta Stone, that all changed.