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The Myth of the Minotaur, the Legendary Beast We Can't Forget
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Half man, half bull, this creature from Greek mythology could be a perfect symbol of the oft-pondered dual nature of man.
Titanoboa: Exploring Colombia's Prehistoric Giant Snake
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The extinct Titanoboa snake lived around 66 million to 56 million years ago. These things were massive and could reach 50 feet long and 3 feet wide making them the largest snake ever to have roamed the Earth.
Did the Bible 'Borrow' the Noah's Ark Story From the Epic of Gilgamesh?
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A story remarkably similar to the Noah's Ark flood account in Genesis was discovered in the Epic of Gilgamesh, a text 1,000 years older.
What If We Ran Out of Minerals?
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If minerals make up so much of the Earth, why would we ever face shortages? The availability of the resources we use to create products often depends more on our priorities than the planet's supply.
Could we power all cars entirely from wind power?
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Could we power all cars entirely from wind power? Read about wind power and whether or not we could use wind power to power all cars.
10 Classic Father-daughter Dance Songs
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These 10 classic father-daughter dance songs work well with even the most formal or casual weddings. Check out 10 classic father-daughter wedding dance songs.
9 Fascinating Facts About Julius Caesar, 'Dictator for Perpetuity'
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The Roman general and statesman's romantic exploits and bloody betrayal were juicy enough to fuel two different Shakespeare plays. We find out more.
Can You Name All of These Woodwind Instruments?
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Woodwind instruments are among some of the earliest musical instruments fashioned and played by humans. Do you think you know enough about them to identify each of these woodwind instruments from just one image? Take the quiz and find out!
12 Countries With Red and White Flags
Countries with red and white flags sometimes pick those colors because they often symbolize historical sacrifice and purity.
Air Signs Zodiac: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius - Traits & More
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What makes Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius the zodiac's air signs? Discover the unique traits, strengths, and weaknesses of these intellectual powerhouses.