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Why Is Herodotus Called Both the Father of History and the Father of Lies?
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Herodotus was a natural-born storyteller, whom scholars revere as the first historian ever, and critics dismiss as just a teller of tall tales. What's the real story?
Can You Name at Least 18/23 of These TV Shows From the '70s and '80s?
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The '70s and '80s were filled with some of the best television Americans have ever seen. Records were set, and records were broken. What do you know about the decades? Can you name these shows from the '70s and '80s?
Who is looking to reinvent the 18-wheeler?
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An 18-wheeler reinvention is long overdue: Rising costs of fuel have led to trucker strikes and decreased profits. Read about one 18-wheeler reinvention.
What was the biggest bargain of the 20th century?
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Are you a big bargain shopper? Check out the biggest bargain of the 20th century in this article from howstuffworks.com
Why a Spotted Python Should Totally Be Your Next Pet
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HowStuffWorks gets to know the spotted python, which may sound scary, but makes a great pet if you're in the market for a snake.
Can You Answer These $100 "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" Questions?
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Have you watched "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" and thought, "Those $100 questions are easy?" Prove it! Test your general knowledge of basic facts with this quiz!
Medusa Was a Victim Before Becoming a Snake-haired Gorgon
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The most famous story about her says she was so hideous that people who gazed at her would turn to stone. But Medusa was a victim of the Greek gods as well as a victimizer.
VII, MCM, XL: Roman Numerals Made Understandable
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And it'll take XIV minutes flat.
How Ethiopian Traditions Work
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Many Ethiopian traditions go back for hundreds of years. Find out about Ethiopian traditions at HowStuffWorks.
9 Enormous Facts About Sperm Whales, Gigantic Creatures of the Sea
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Sperm whales are one of the largest creatures in the ocean. And they have the biggest brain on the planet. So are they also the smartest? We'll tell you.