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The Frilled Shark Has a 3-Year Pregnancy Before Giving Birth
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The frilled shark (Chlamydoselachus anguineus), also known as the scaffold shark, is often called a "living fossil." This ancient shark has remained largely unchanged for millions of years, offering us a glimpse into the distant past. It's the only living species from its family of sharks.
Did Marco Polo Bring Pasta From China?
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Some believe that Marco Polo brought pasta from China to Italy. Learn if Marco Polo was the pasta pioneer and where these dry noodles really originated.
7 Secret Caves We'd Love to See Inside
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There are caves all over the world, but some are in places that are hard to explore - hidden by rocks, ruins or even under ice. We've found seven secret caves you probably never knew existed.
Aldebaran: The Brightest Star in the Constellation Taurus
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Aldebaran is not just the brightest star in the constellation Taurus, it's also the 14th brightest star in the sky.
Quiz: Do you know how Life Insurance Works?
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Choosing a life insurance policy can be overwhelming. Take this quiz to see how much you know about life insurance in general and the benefits of having life insurance.
What Is Smudging? Can Burning Sage Purify a Space of Negative Energy?
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Burning sage, aka smudging, has become increasingly popular for the purpose of cleansing energy and promoting healing and wisdom. But what is it exactly?
Ares: Greek God of War and Harbinger of Doom
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Many Greek gods and goddesses were associated with battle, but Ares was known as the one true Greek god of war (not to be confused with Kratos, the protagonist of the "God of War" video game franchise).
What Is the Oldest Tree in the World?
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In the quest for the title of world's oldest tree, there's some stiff competition, as well as questions surrounding the way we define "oldest."
Who Came Up with Mother's Day and Why?
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Mother's Day is set aside in many countries as a day to honor our mothers and grandmothers. The origin of this day can be traced back much farther than you might think. Learn about the history of this special day.
Which Part of the World Did You Live In, in Your Past Life?
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If you believe in reincarnation, it can be fun and interesting to consider where or when you might have lived before and what kind of person you might have been. Take this quiz to find out if you were a fisherman on the open seas, a king or a playwright.