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Ancient Egyptian Pregnancy Test Survived Millennia Because It Worked
A strange, but surprisingly accurate, ancient Egyptian pregnancy test survived for millennia and was spread around Africa and Europe because it was just that effective.
Get to Know the Greek Alphabet, From Alpha to Omega
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Greek letters are used in math and science and by fraternities and sororities. What is the Greek alphabet, exactly?
How to Force Quit on a Mac
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We walk you through several ways to force quit out of an unresponsive app on your Mac.
Hole-punch Clouds Look Like Portals to Another Dimension
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They're an odd enough sight in the sky to make you do a double take. Ready for the "super cool" explanation behind hole-punch clouds?
Can Cats Eat Mango? P.S. Cats Can't Taste Sweetness
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If your cat has shown interest in your fruity snack, you may be wondering: "Can cats eat mango?" The short answer is yes—in moderation.
10 Types of Swords for All Sorts of Circumstances
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Swords have served as tools of war, status symbols and ceremonial items across various cultures and historical periods. From medieval Europe to feudal Japan, the types of swords reflect the combat styles, technological advancements and cultural identity of the societies that wielded them.
10 Last-minute Stays of Execution
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Most people sentenced to death in the U.S. get at least one stay of execution. In one case, the stay came a minute too late because of a misdialed phone number. Here are 10 of the most unusual cases.
Understanding Sound Waves and How They Work
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When sound waves strike the ear, these waves produce the sensation of sound. Let's take a look at how sound waves work.
What Is the Rosetta Stone and Why Is the Artifact Important?
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Hieroglyphics used to be a language that no one -- Egyptian or otherwise -- could decipher. With the help of the Rosetta Stone, that all changed.
10 Unconventional Uses for GPS
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The transformative power of GPS can be seen by its many offbeat uses. Here are 10 unconventional uses for GPS from HowStuffWorks.