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African King Mansa Musa Was Even Richer Than Jeff Bezos, Some Say
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In the 1300s, Mali's Mansa Musa set out for Mecca with an entourage of 60,000 people bearing thousands of pounds of gold. So, where did all that gold come from? And what would that be worth today?
What does 'below the line' mean in movie production?
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In movie production, the phrase 'below the line' refers to certain expenses in a film's budget. Find out what's below the line at HowStuffWorks.
How the Salton Sea Became an Eco Wasteland
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The Salton Sea, California's largest inland lake, and the area that surrounds it - once hotspots for tourism and wildlife - have essentially become ghost towns. The lake's evaporation has now become a ticking ecological time bomb with real world consequences.
5 of History's Most Cunning Con Artists
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You think you'd never fall for a conman's (or conwoman's) shtick. But so did many of the victims of these five con artists. What scams did they pull off?
Why Do Most Zippers Say "YKK" on the Pull-tab?
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Zippers are found on so many products. But have you ever noticed that "YKK" is on the pull-tab of most zippers? Find out where these mysterious initials come from.
How does aging work?
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How does aging work? Take look at some of the common internal and external signs of aging and ways to reduce the aging of the skin at HowStuffWorks.
Fantastic Facts about the Human Body
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Take a look at these fantastic facts about the human body. Learn about fantastic facts about the human body from Discovery Health.
Run, Jump & Climb Your Way Through Our Roblox Quiz
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With more than 40 million "experiences" (they don't call them games) to choose from, there's something for everyone in Roblox. Take this quiz to learn more.
How far underground are oil deposits?
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The U.S. consumes 19.1 million barrels of petroleum each day -- almost half of it in the form of gasoline, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
What Are the Odds You've Met a Psychopath?
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Psychopathy isn't as rare as you may think. Find out where you may have rubbed elbows with a psychopath at HowStuffWorks Now.