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10 Things You Might Not Know About Stephen King

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Stephen King, the Master of Horror, is a prolific writer who has sold more than 350 million books worldwide, seen most of his works turned into movies and television programs, and won many prestigious awards, such as the O. Henry short story prize and the National Medal of Arts for his contributions to literature. But [...] The post 10 Things You Might Not Know About Stephen King appeared first on Goliath.

The Ultimate 'Ghostbusters' Quiz

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You asked for it, you got it. 'Ghostbusters' was one of the most popular movies of the 1980s, and its release date is used as a means for charting time for the Stuff You Should Know podcast. You ain't afraid of no quiz.

The Ridiculous History of the Chastity Belt

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Chastity belts were supposedly worn by women in the Middle Ages to keep them from having sex. A literal lock for a woman's nether regions. But how much truth is there to this torture device?

5 Home Remedies for Dehydration

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Need some remedies for dehydration? Learn the home remedies that will keep you from becoming dehydrated.

Can You Name All of These Essential Baby Boomer Books?

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Whether it was on that long-awaited vacation or a weekend of relaxation, these are the baby boomer books you probably picked up in your downtime. Now, see if their pages hold up well in your memory.

John Smith's True Story Is Way Better Than the Fictional Tale

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John Smith has been described as a tireless soldier, self-promoter and publicist. In today's speak, you might even call him an influencer.

UFO History

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Modern UFO history began with the 1947 UFO sighting by pilot Kenneth Arnold. Learn the history of UFOs from ancient times to the mid-20th century.

Why We Say It's 'Raining Cats and Dogs' When It's Literally Not

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If you've ever uttered the phrase, "It's raining cats and dogs," you may have thought it was a bizarre way to describe heavy rainfall. After all, it conjures images of cats and dogs tumbling from the sky. While cats and dogs may not literally be falling from the sky, they may have inspired the phrase.

Ridiculous History: The Great Moon Hoax of August 1835

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On Aug. 25, 1835, The New York Sun ran the first of several newspaper columns on the moon's geography, vegetation and humanoid inhabitants. There was just one problem.

9 Home Remedies for Side Pain

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Read our home remedies for side pain, or side stitch, which typically occurs during exercise and feels like a sharp pain in your side.

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