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Why Was Phrenology All the Rage in Victorian Times?
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Phrenology, the belief that you could determine personality from the shape of someone's skull, was so popular in the Victorian era that phrenology parlors sprang up all over Europe and America. But the trend was soon debunked.
All 48 Countries of Asia, Sorted by Region
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Eurasia is the largest continent on Earth, home to a rich tapestry of cultures, languages and histories. From the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia to the bustling cities of the modern era, the countries of Asia offer a glimpse into the diversity of the world's population.
Can You Match the Current NBA Star to His Team?
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In the current era of the NBA, the biggest stars rarely stay on the same team for long, so it can get confusing trying to remember where they play. Find out if you know where these stars are currently stationed.
Which Time Period Embodies Your Personality?
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Do you ever feel like your personality belongs in another era? After this quiz, you'll know if you were born at the right time or if you've missed your mark by a century or two.
10 Things Lefties Do Better
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Although left-handed people were thought to be "sinister" or "unnatural" in previous eras, we now know that left-handedness is natural for 10 percent of the population. And it can have some advantages over right-handedness too.
How Electroconvulsive Therapy Works
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Most of us don't intuitively classify electroshocks as therapeutic, but this 1950s-era treatment has changed a lot since it was first introduced. When and why do mental health experts now turn to it?
What the Stuff?!: The 5 Scariest Medieval Torture Devices
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Back in the Middle Ages, people (usually men) took the time to invent horrific devices to inflict suffering so grotesque... it became an artform. Here are 5 of the scariest torture devices we came up with during the medieval era.
Build Your Dream NBA Team, and We'll Guess What Kind of Coach You'd Be
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In an era where superteams are common, everyone tries to imagine which players would fit best together. But what does that dream team tell you about who you are as a coach? Here's your chance to find out!
Can We Guess Your Age Based on Your Taste in Music?
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While many people develop new musical tastes as they age, or fall in love with the songs of another era, most of us retain an affinity for the sounds of our youth. Let us guess what those sounds were for you!
Which of today's animals lived alongside dinosaurs?
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Which of today's animals lived alongside dinosaurs? Some animals' ancestors lived with dinosaurs. Learn which current animals lived alongside dinosaurs.