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Meet the Trebuchet, the Castle-crushing Catapult of the Middle Ages
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Before the advent of gunpowder, enemy combatants used a powerful siege weapon called a trebuchet to forcefully launch projectiles - sometimes a large stone, a decapitated human head or a dead horse - at intended targets.
Britain vs. England vs. UK: What's the Difference?
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There's a whale of a difference between the United Kingdom and Great Britain. But whatever you do, don't call someone from Scotland "English."
How Queen Elizabeth Fell in Love With Corgis
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As we pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, we look at one well-known part of her life: her love of corgis.
What's All the Buzz About Manuka Honey?Â
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HowStuffWorks explores the world of expensive manuka honey to find out how it's different from other honeys.
Who Are the Sanctioned Russian Oligarchs?
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This group of men has enormous wealth, and they make up Putin's inner circle. Do they also have any chance of toppling Putin's regime, as well?
The Fascinating Stories Behind 5 of the World's Big Currency Symbols
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Why does the dollar sign have a slash? Did a British pound originally weigh 1 pound? Find out the stories behind these and other currency symbols
Can You Answer These General Knowledge Questions in 5 Minutes?
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If you want to answer these general knowledge questions in under five minutes, you're going to have to get moving! Don't hesitate, and see how well you do. We're betting you'll surprise yourself and do it in even less time.
Aries and Gemini: A Celestial Dance of Passion and Intellect
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Aries and Gemini share a secret compatibility trigger that only 9% of couples activate. Explore why this unexpected connection defies traditional astrology and what makes their relationship either explosively passionate or destined to burn out.
United States Enacts the Lend-Lease Bill: January 1941-June 1941
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This World War II timeline highlights important dates from January 1941 to June 1941. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.
How YouTube Works
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YouTube is a community website that features all kinds of videos. Find out how YouTube works and learn about the features YouTube has to offer.