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How Well Do You Know '70s Pop Culture?
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After the cataclysmic '60s, pop culture returned to some semblance of normalcy in America. Music, movies, and more became less progressive and more escapist - what do you know about the pop culture of the Seventies?
Can You Pass a 1970s Trivia Quiz?
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Once the insanity of the Sixties subsided, the weirdness of the Seventies took hold. It was a strange 10 years of pop culture and politics. What do you remember about the history of the 1970s?
Can You Guess What Country These Unusual Laws Are Still Practiced In?
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Cultural norms and political maneuverings affect laws all over the world, and sometimes the legislative process gets downright weird. Can you match these strange laws to their country of origin?
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.
Why Is Everyone Dreaming of a White Christmas?
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For some, an ideal Christmas is one where a blanket of white snow covers the ground. Irving Berlin wrote about it, and Bing Crosby crooned about it.
Conquistadors, Gold and Charlemagne: How California Got Its Name
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Surfboards, huarache sandals and endless sunshine? Yes. But throw in some Conquistadors, a Spanish novel, Black Amazons and, of course, Charlemagne and - voilà - the name "California" is born.
15 Largest Cities in China, Ranked by Population
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China is one of the most populous countries in the world, surpassed only by India. By the end of 2023, China boasted a population of about 1.4 billion people. Although this marked the country's second year of population decline, the largest cities in China are still some of the biggest cities in the world.
What if You Really Ate 50 Eggs Like in 'Cool Hand Luke'?
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In the classic film "Cool Hand Luke," the title character gulps down 50 hard-boiled eggs in less than an hour. Is this a trick you can (or should) try at home?
Fact or Fiction: Apple
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Apple Inc. is no mere computer company, thank you. It's a way of life. If you consider yourself a true "Apple person," take this quiz and find out how much you really know.
Bigfoot: The Pacific Northwest's Claim to Cryptid Fame
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Bigfoot, aka Sasquatch, allegedly roams the forests of the Pacific Northwest, yet it has eluded the cryptozoology community for decades.