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12 Dark Anime Series to Feed Your Morbid Curiosity

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Anime isn’t all bright eyes and cheerful friendships; some of the most compelling stories dive headfirst into darkness. Whether it’s dealing with loss, identity or the shadowy corners of the human psyche, dark anime explores themes that are often intense, unsettling and unforgettable.

Can Ellis Island help track down your genealogy?

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Many Americans have an ancestor or two who traveled to Ellis Island. Find out if Ellis Island records can help you with genealogy research.

10 Essential Anime Characters Every Fan Should Know

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Some anime characters are so iconic, they transcend the screen and become part of pop culture history. From gravity-defying battles to tearjerking personal journeys, anime has delivered heroes and villains who live in fans' heads for decades.

Norse Mythology: Gods, Goddesses, Yggdrasil and More

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Unlike monotheistic religions based on the belief in an omnipotent, all-powerful overseer god who judges actions and determines justice in the mortal world, in Norse mythology, gods and goddesses were powerful entities that experienced human flaws, trials and conflicts.

How Missionaries Work

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Missionaries have a complex and controversial history. Read this article to learn how missionaries have performed their work over the centuries.

Slow Blinking at Your Cat Really Bonds You Both — Try It!

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British researchers have found that cats really respond when their owners slow blink at them. It's a great way to improve communication with your cat.

Shooting Star Meaning, Spirituality and Superstitions

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These days, we may take the stars for granted, but it's not hard to imagine the wonder early humans must have felt gazing up at those inexplicable points of light. Naturally, superstitions were bound to develop - some more fortuitous than others.

What Was in Peter the Great's Cabinet of Curiosities?

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Peter the Great was a feared leader but also an intellectual. Learn about Peter the Great and Peter the Great's love of academia and collectibles.

How are crystals made?

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From the Hope diamond to the shiny bits in instant coffee, crystals have always held the power to fascinate us humans. Are they more than just a bunch of pretty facets?

How Twitter Works

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Tweets are messages that are sent out over the Twitter network. Learn more about Tweets and find out how Tweets are sent and displayed on the site.

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