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Quiz: You're Not a True Potterhead If You Fail This Hogwarts Quiz
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All aboard the Hogwarts Express for a fun quiz on the magical school of witchcraft and wizardry! When Harry Potter got his acceptance letter to Hogwarts, millions of kids wished they could go, too. See how well you know Hogwarts â - and earn 10 points for your favorite house!
How the Jumping the Broom Ceremony Works
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Why do people jump the broom? Read about the jumping the broom ceremony at HowStuffWorks.
38 Greek God Names and 34 More Figures From Greek Myths
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Greek mythology is made up of a vast collection of stories about gods, goddesses, Titans and other legendary figures. Ancient Greek religion was the practice of worshipping these deities, and ancient Greeks believed that these divine beings played a crucial role in their lives and the workings of the cosmos.
Which Hogwarts House Does Your Dog Belong In?
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Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is the premier British school of magic. Well, it seems it's actually the only one. Either way, if they can make something of the less promising children there, imagine what they could do with your brilliant dog! Let's find out which house your pup belongs in.
How Shrunken Heads Work
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If you think that shrinking a human head isn't possible, read on at HowStuffWorks for a frightening primer on the ritual and those that perform it.
Did the Beatles introduce yoga to the Western world?
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The Beatles may have had a hand in introducing the Western world to yoga. Find out how much of an influence the Beatles had in introducing yoga to the West.
10 Greek Goddesses in Ancient Mythology
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In Greek mythology, goddesses held as much power as gods, embodying various aspects of nature and human experience.
Famous Urban Legends Quiz
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How much do you know about ghoulish myths from around the world? Take this quiz to find out!
Hades, Greek God of the Underworld, Had a Pretty Good Gig
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In comparison to his brothers, Zeus and Poseidon, Greek god Hades ended up with a mixed bag, ruling over both the dead and everything under the earth.
How Vampires Work
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The vampire legend has been evolving for centuries. The most common image of the vampire was born in Bram Stoker's novel "Dracula" in 1897, but the stories go back further than that. Learn all about the undead.