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10 Scare-inducing Moments in History

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From serial killers to natural disasters, many events in our history have stoked fear among the masses. Here are 10 fear-stoking moments.

5 Ancient Egyptian Cosmetics

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Ancient Egyptian cosmetics had some of the same ingredients we use today. Take a look at five ancient Egyptian cosmetics to see what they used.

The History of Lilith, From Demon to Adam's First Wife to Feminist Icon

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The black-haired "demoness" of folklore turns up in many ancient legends, but in the 21st century, Lilith has been recast as a feminist symbol. This is her story.

7 Reasons Catherine the Great Was So Great

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Her legacy has been reduced to tales of horses and sordid affairs, but the real story of Russia's longest reigning female leader is truly fascinating.

9 Little-known Nuggets About Honest Abe

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President Abraham Lincoln was known for ending the Civil War and slavery, and his famous Gettysburg speech. Here are some lesser-known facts about him.

Why the Ghost of Andrew Jackson Haunts the Modern U.S. Presidency

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Andrew Jackson seems to resonate particularly with Donald Trump. HowStuffWorks looks at what the two presidents have in common and where they differ.

How Book Banning Works

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Judy Blume, John Steinbeck and Maya Angelou are among the top 10 most challenged American authors. But to be challenged is not to be banned. What does it take to ban a book?

Beyond the Oats Box: 9 Facts About Quakers

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The most famous Quaker (the one on the oats box) is not even a real person. This religious group has had much success in a sweeter area of food: chocolate!

How did ancient civilizations use sundials to tell time?

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Ancient sundials first popped up in Egypt around 1500 B.C. Learn how these sundials came about and what they were used for all those centuries ago.

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