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Why is it bad luck to wear opals if you weren't born in October?
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Opals are unusual and mysterious gems, which may be why there are stories about their supposed luck dating back to ancient times.
Flyting Words: The Medieval Origins of the Insult Rap Battle
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Flyting, which was essentially a verbal contest of poetic abuse, was public entertainment in the 15th and 16th centuries. Think of it as the rap battle of medieval times.
From Caesar to Brexit: The English History Quiz
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English history goes back just a lot bit further than that of the United States. How much do you know about the past of jolly old England? How far back does your knowledge of English history go? Take this quiz to find out!
10 Hyperbole Examples That Make Mountains out of Molehills
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Hyperbole is an ancient Greek word that roughly translates to "go beyond." The many hyperbole examples you find in everyday speech align with this idea of going further than the truth to drive a point home.
How 17 Equals 49.6: The Amazing Multiplying Women
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The Druids: Philosophers, Politicians, Priests or Sorcerers?
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The Druids were a class of Celtic-speaking purveyors of magical and religious practice who inhabited northwestern Europe around 2,000 years ago, but almost everything we know about them is from secondhand sources.
12 Dark Anime Series to Feed Your Morbid Curiosity
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Anime isn’t all bright eyes and cheerful friendships; some of the most compelling stories dive headfirst into darkness. Whether it’s dealing with loss, identity or the shadowy corners of the human psyche, dark anime explores themes that are often intense, unsettling and unforgettable.
15 'Easiest' College Majors to Avoid Constant All-nighters
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Some college majors demand late nights, complex equations and lab reports that never end. Others? Not so much.
Jackie Gleason Sees a UFO
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The Jackie Gleason UFO tale begins with President Nixon inviting him to see aliens at an Air Force Base. He wasn't told any details and was sworn to keep the secret. Check out the Jackie Gleason UFO story.
How to Become a Paranormal Investigator
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How to become a paranormal investigator. Visit HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about how to become a paranormal investigator.