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This Cattle Breed Identification Quiz Is Really Hard, So We'll Be Impressed If You Even Get Four Right

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Most people don't give cattle a second thought, so long as they have access to milk and hamburgers. But if you fancy yourself a real cowboy or cowgirl, maybe a cowperson, then let's see how many you can identify! No bull, just a quiz!

Medieval History Quiz

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Alright, history buffs, it's time to pack up your books and take a journey back to medieval Europe with this quiz. Will you get a victory or fall before the battle even gets started? Let's find out!

Are Mermaids Real? A Look at Mermaid Myths Across Cultures

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From Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Mermaid" to C.S. Lewis' "The Chronicles of Narnia" series to Alice Hoffman's "Aquamarine," mermaids have been a fixture in literature and pop culture for centuries. But are mermaids real?

Who Is Liz Truss, Great Britain's New Prime Minister?

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Chosen by the Conservative Party, Liz Truss succeeds Boris Johnson to become the U.K's prime minister, the 15th to serve under Queen Elizabeth.

5 Fascinating Facts You May Not Know About Westminster Abbey

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Some of the most momentous occasions in the life of the United Kingdom have taken place in Westminster Abbey, including the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, Sept. 19, 2022.

10 Little-Known Patron Saints

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While Saint Peter and Saint Micheal are well-known, there are a number of little-known patron saints. Did you know that there is a patron saint for dentists, ice skaters, bachelors and difficult marriages? Find out more about obscure patron saints.

The Ultimate New Year's Quiz

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Get out your party hats and sparklers! New Year's Eve is the night when young and old stay up past midnight to ring in the new year. Fireworks blast off around the globe while bottles of champagne pour a bubbly sea of mirth. What are the different ways people celebrate New Year's, and how can you ensure good luck for the next 12 months?

Slow Walkers May Be at Greater Risk of Heart-related Death, Study Shows

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A study that lasted years and involved thousands of people shows a link between slow walking and cardiovascular death. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.

Who Is the Strongest Person in the World?

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Strength is a trait that seems well-suited to competition. Over the years, there have been various attempts to claim world supremacy in strength, with different strongman competitions arising to certify the most impressive achievements.

Oliver Cromwell Lost His Head Long After He Was Dead

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Oliver Cromwell overthrew the British monarchy and became 'Lord Protector,' but was convicted of treason after he died and beheaded. What happened to his head next is a very strange tale.

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