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How Napoleon's Arc de Triomphe Became a Symbol of Paris
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The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most iconic and enduring symbols of the city of Paris, France. But why did Napoleon commission it?
Januarius, Februarius, Mars, Aprilis? How Each Month Got Its Name
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Ever wondered why January is called January and September is September? Here's how each month got its name.
How Attila the Hun Worked
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Even 1,600 years later, we still know the name Attila the Hun. But why? Learn more about Attila the Hun from HowStuffWorks.
Democracy vs. Republic: What's the Difference?
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Is the U.S. a democracy or a republic? Or both? And what's the difference, anyway?
The Fastest Mile Time: Top 5 for Men and Women
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In the time it takes you to cook a five-minute meal in the microwave, elite-level runners have finished their 1-mile run - with time to spare. More impressively, some of these athletes continue to show that we have yet to reach the limit for physical achievements by shaving fractions off the fastest mile time.
How Latkes Became Hanukkah's Favorite Food
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Latkes are potato pancakes that we commonly eat during Hanukkah. What's behind this delicious Jewish tradition?
Why do civilizations collapse?
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The mighty Romans certainly never thought it would happen to them, but the sun eventually sets on even the most powerful empires. Is there more to the story than war?
How Stoicism Works
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Stoicism is an ancient Greek philosophy that is now enjoying a renaissance. Find out How Stoicism Works at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Guess the Distance Between These Two Cities?
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Can you squeeze in a trip to both Disney World in Orlando and Disneyland in Anaheim in a single day? The reality of getting from one city to another looms larger in real life than it does when staring at a map. Take our quiz to guess how far apart these pairs of cities lie from one another!
Why Marcus Aurelius Matters, in 5 of His Classic Quotes
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Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius is remembered today, mainly for a short philosophical book he wrote called 'Meditations.' We peek inside it.