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Ashura: A Holiday of Varied Significance in Islam
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Ashura, observed on the 10th of Muharram, holds varied meanings for Muslims: Shia commemorate Hussain's martyrdom, while Sunnis mark events like Moses parting the Red Sea.
10 Completely Wrong Sayings About Animals
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Ever been told you're as stubborn as a mule or blind as a bat? It might have been an unintended compliment. Many common sayings about animals are really off the mark.
5 Things You Didn't Know About the Spring Equinox
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The spring, or vernal, equinox traditionally marks the first day of spring - but climate scientists use a different date altogether. Find out more about this and other facts about the spring equinox.
How Spray Paint Works
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Spray paint has left an indelible mark on world culture. How did it go from home-improvement solution to cultural icon? Find out in How Spray Paint Works.
Black Hair Care Made Madam C.J. Walker America's First Self-made Female Millionaire
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Madam C.J. Walker made her mark helping Black women feel pretty. And beauty products made her the first self-made female millionaire in the U.S.
When a baseball player hits a home run, how do they know how far the ball traveled?
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When Mark McGwire hits a home run, the distance the ball traveled is always announced on the scoreboard and on television a few seconds later. How do they know how far the ball traveled?
Can We Guess How Many Times Your Heart Has Been Broken?
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Heartbreak is one of the most painful human experiences. Sometimes it leaves a noticeable mark, but how big? Let us guess how many times you've gone through the wringer of love!
How to Remove Shoe Polish Stains
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Shoe polish is a quick way to breathe new life into old shoes. Unfortunately, while it restores shoes, it destroys clothing, leaving ugly laundry stains. Follow these stain removal tips to remove the dark marks.
10 Incredible Wind Power Facts
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In the race to find alternative energy sources, wind power is a strong contender. In fact, it's already making its mark. How much do you know about this up-and-coming energy source?
What Is Avogadro's Number?
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That's one seriously big number, and technically Amedeo Avogadro didn't even come up with it. So how did the Italian chemist make such an indelible (numerical) mark on the wonderful world of chemistry?