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Black Magic Explained: Myths, Rituals, and Cultural Significance
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What lies behind the veil of black magic? Explore the ancient rituals, powerful spells, and myths that have captivated minds for centuries. Click to uncover the dark secrets of this mystical practice.
How Dangerous Was the Ohio Chemical Train Derailment?
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The disastrous Feb. 3 train derailment contaminated East Palestine, Ohio. We talked to an expert about the potential environmental and health impacts to come.
Medical Schools Have Come a Long Way From Grave Robbing to Get Cadavers
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Doctors need to cut open dead bodies to learn anatomy, but where do they get them?
Worldwide Droughts Uncover Ancient Relics, Ruins and Remains
Here are six surprises that were uncovered around the globe when the heat rose and the water receded.
The 9 Longest Rivers in the World: From the Nile to the Congo
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When it comes to rivers, longest doesn't necessarily mean biggest, and length can be difficult to determine, so the top spot will always be debated.
The Conch Is an Endangered Sea Snail That Needs Your Help
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Before collecting that conch shell, learn how over-harvesting for meat and souvenirs has endangered conch populations and what you can do to help their survival.
How Terrorism Works
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Terrorism targets civilians and uses fear to achieve an objective. Learn how governments and guerrillas practice terrorism.
What Is a Flood and Why Is the Surge of Water So Dangerous?
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Flooding has claimed more lives than any other natural disaster. Find out how a gentle stream becomes a raging torrent.
How Alcatraz Worked
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Alcatraz was built to house the worst criminals and said to be impossible to escape. See pictures of Alcatraz and go inside Alcatraz prison to meet its inmates.
How Voyager Works
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The Voyager program launched two unmanned probes into space. The Voyager spacecrafts captured amazing images and made incredible scientific discoveries.