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What's a Birth Caul, and Why Are People Superstitious About it?
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When a baby is born with a piece of the amniotic sac still attached to its head or face, it's seen as a sign of good luck in many cultures.
Why Are Wishbones Supposed to be Lucky?
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Every Thanksgiving, pairs across the U.S. break wishbones to see who's left holding the bigger piece and, of course, the bigger chunk of luck. But, why?
22 Worst Christmas Songs Plaguing Our Eardrums Every Year
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We all know the holidays bring joy, cookies, and a flood of music. But not every tune deserves a spot on your December playlist. Some Christmas music lands on the naughty list, relegated to the land of skips and ironic plays.
How Well Do You Know Ballet Terminology?
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Ballet is an incredible art form that's evolved over the centuries. As such, it is loaded with esoteric (and usually French) terms that befuddle bystanders. Do you really know your ballet terminology?
Power Loom: An Essential Industrial Revolution Invention
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The power loom was one of the most significant inventions of the Industrial Revolution. Learn more about the mechanized device that transformed the textile industry.
How can a corpse be incorruptible?
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Incorruptible bodies -- corpses that don't decay -- are a scientific mystery. Read why incorruptible bodies are hard to explain and where to find them.
How Does the U.S. Classify Its Most Sensitive Documents?
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There are three levels of security classification for U.S. documents related to national security. What are they and who decides how they're protected against unauthorized disclosure?
Microblading Is the Secret to Faking Full Eyebrows
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If your eyebrows have seen better days, maybe microblading is just what they need to look thicker and fuller.
What is going on during a near-death experience?
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Near-death experiences have been researched and discussed for some time. Find out what happens during a near-death experience at Discovery Health.
6 Things You Didn't Know About Maya Angelou
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Although this writer and poet wrote seven volumes of autobiography, there are still some things you may be surprised to learn.