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The Richest Countries in Africa, Based on GDP
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Western nations often think of the entire African continent as poor, thanks, in large part, to the legacies of the transatlantic slave trade and European colonialism. The truth is, many African countries were wealthy before colonization.
10 Historically Inaccurate Movies
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Historically inaccurate movies are laughable -- until you consider that someone takes them for the truth. Read about these historically inaccurate movies.
10 Ways the Definition of Beauty Has Changed
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Ideas of beauty has changed through out the years. See 10 ways the definition of beauty has changed.
10 Real Animals That Seem Make-believe
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The world boasts an incredible diversity of animals, some of which are so colorful and bizarre they seem made-up. Meet 10 of them at HowStuffWorks.
How Feral Children Work
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For some children, being feral is a better alternative than the lives they left behind. Learn more about feral children at HowStuffWorks.
Major Rivers Trivia Quiz
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Whether or not you get these questions right, "old man river keeps rolling along!" Do you know as much as you think you do about the world's biggest rivers? Put your knowledge to the test and see how well you do!
Best Herbal Supplements
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Curious about which herbal supplements are best suited for your needs? Learn about the best herbal supplements and common uses.
How Would You Do on Your O.W.L'S?
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You've reached your fifth year at Hogwarts, and the time has come to take your O.W.L'S. No pressure though, it just determines whether you can continue to study in each specialized subject within wizardry. Good luck!
How Corsets Work
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Corsets are notorious for discomfort. What are they? Who wears them? And why would they? Read all about corsets at HowStuffWorks.
25 of the World's Longest-reigning Monarchs
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From Athelstan, who held off the Viking invaders of Britain, to Sobhuza, the longest-serving king of Eswatni (formerly Swaziland), here are 25 of the world's longest-serving monarchs.