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10 Superstitions About Birds

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As Hitchcock's 1963 horror classic "The Birds" taught us, it's a good idea to respect our avian friends. Before you accidentally let any bad luck take wing, peck away at these bird-related superstitions.

Do You Know Who Genie Is Imitating in Each of These Photos?

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Robin Williams imitates a host of celebs - from classic cartoon characters to famous film stars - in his role as the Genie in "Aladdin." Think you can name them all? Take this quiz to find out!

How Air Conditioners Work

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Air conditioning has fundamentally changed how people experience the world. When it's hot outside, walking into an air-conditioned house is like walking into another season. How do air conditioners keep us cool?

Can We Guess Which Part of the UK You Live In?

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If you answer a few of our questions, your responses will tell us which part of the United Kingdom you hail from! Don't believe us? Go on, then. Give it a go!

How the Five Day Weekend Works

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The Five Day Weekend is a clever marketing campaign that is meant to bring tourism to Asheville, NC. Learn more about the Five Day Weekend concept.

How the DeLorean Works

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The DeLorean became famous in the movie 'Back to the Future' after coming on the market in 1981. Read about DeLorean scandals, features and specs.

Can You Score 27/35 On This Difficult American History Quiz?

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American history can be both intriguing and complicated at the same time. How well do you know your American history? Take this difficult quiz and find out!

Was there really a curse on King Tutankhamen's tomb?

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King Tut's tomb is rumored to have a curse because of the tragedies that have happened since its opening. Learn about King Tut's tomb and the King Tut curse.

Eugenics Overshadows the Legacy of Scientific Genius Francis Galton

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Francis Galton did pioneering work in meteorology, psychology, statistics and biometrics. But today he is mainly remembered for promoting eugenics.

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