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How Juliane Koepcke Survived the Crash of LANSA Flight 508
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On Christmas Eve in 1971, a young woman's life changed forever when she found herself plummeting through the sky in the midst of a thunderstorm. That woman was Juliane Koepcke, the sole survivor of a tragic plane crash in the Peruvian rainforest.
Goatman Legends of Ancient Greece and Modern America
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Dive deep into the eerie realms of folklore with the mysterious Goatman legend. Often depicted lurking in secluded forests, this urban legend features a half man, half goat creature, emerging from the shadows of mythology to become a staple of campfire horror stories.
What Is the Deepest Lake in the U.S.?
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The United States has some impressive lakes, including some of the biggest bodies of freshwater in the world. If you're looking at a map, however, you can't necessarily determine how deep any of these lakes are. So if it's depth you seek, read on to learn about the deepest lake in the U.S., as well as several of the runners-up.
11 Most Popular Sports in the World
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Thrilling gameplay, dramatic storylines and top-notch talent are all important factors in ensuring a sport's popularity grows and fanbases thrive. The most popular sports in the world are all spectacles of athletic competition that attract large crowds in the stands and around the television.
Every White Flag With a Red Cross We Could Find (and Then Some)
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Flags aren't just colorful pieces of fabric waving in the wind; they're symbols, each one packed with history, identity and meaning. Today, we're exploring a striking type of flag seen across the globe: the white flag with a red cross. (We'll also take a look at flags that display the inverse: a white cross on a red background).
Tit-for-Tat Meaning, Origins and Implications
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"Tit-for-tat" is a common phrase that's all about fair play — or sometimes, not-so-fair retaliation. You've probably heard of doing something tit-for-tat when someone feels wronged. In that situation someone responds in kind, often giving back exactly what they got, good or bad.
7 of the 10 Largest Cities in Europe Are Capitals
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Although many major European cities are considered iconic, none of them break into the top 10 most populous cities in the world. The cities with the highest populations are spread through Asia, North America and Africa; the largest cities in Europe simply can't compete with those numbers.
The Power of Police, Protesters and Cell Phone Video
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Video exposes injustices in a way that words can't. HowStuffWorks Now looks at how cell phone video and police brutality intersect in modern America.
Is It Ever Legal to Punch Someone in the Face?
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If someone is insulting you or your family and you clock 'em, can you get away with it, legally?
Mobile Device Distraction as Effective in Kids as Sedative
Can mobile devices work just as well as medication in certain hospital situations? Learn more about a new study in this HowStuffWorks Now article.