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Voltaire Was an Enlightenment Celebrity Who Would've Loved Social Media
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Before there was a Madonna, Bono or Beyoncé, the one-named Voltaire was Europe's first truly modern celebrity.
7 'Facts' They Got Wrong in School About Christopher Columbus
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Did Christopher Columbus did he really prove the world was round? Did he think he had found a new continent? And how was he perceived back home?
What's the Difference Between a Samurai and a Ninja?
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Movies often pit dark-robed, masked ninjas against elite samurai warriors. HowStuffWorks looks at how accurate that take is on these two fighters.
How Much Do You Know About Ancient Empires?
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These are the empires that changed the world, influencing generations that followed them. If you think you know everything about history's great empires, take this quiz and prove it!
Sober Curious? How Frances Willard's Temperance Movement Shaped Feminism
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Frances Willard and her followers believed that alcohol abstinence would lead to good health, but they also saw it as a way to create a just society.
The Ouroboros Is More Than Just a Cool Tattoo
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Discover the history and symbolism of the ouroboros, an ancient emblem depicting a serpent consuming its own tail, representing concepts like eternity and renewal.
12 Odd Beauty Products Throughout History
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Beauty products weren't always so beautiful -- the ingredients are pretty funky. You may be surprised to know what's in that lipstick.
What keeps concept cars from making it to market?
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What keeps concept cars from making it to market? Find out why so many concept cars never make it to the dealer's lot.
Who invented the cupcake?
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Are you wondering who invented the cupcake? Check out this article and learn who invented the cupcake and other cupcake tidbits.
Gun Pictures
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These gun pictures show you some of the different types of guns. Check out these gun pictures.