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Bougie Slang: How Did 'Bourgeoisie' Become a Bad Word?

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If someone calls your tastes 'bourgeois,' should you thank them or shake a fist? You might have to check first with Moliere, Marx or Migos to be sure.

The Slithering Serpent and 6 Other Secrets of Chichén Itzá

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The archeological site Chichén Itzá is one of Mexico's most popular tourist draws. Here are some things you may not know about this wonder.

5 Hugely Fun Facts About Mass (Not Weight)

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Weight is the measurement of gravity's pull on an object. And it varies by location. Mass is a different beast altogether.

Do rubber tires insulate your car from lightning?

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To paraphrase the band Queen, thunder and lightning are very, very frightening. Especially when you're stuck in a car in the middle of nowhere. But can your rubber tires protect you from a lightning strike?

How can a corpse be incorruptible?

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Incorruptible bodies -- corpses that don't decay -- are a scientific mystery. Read why incorruptible bodies are hard to explain and where to find them.

5 Ways to Open a Can Without a Can Opener

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No can opener? No worries! We've got five ingenious ways to get that tin can open.

4 Types of Hair (Plus Thick vs. Thin Hair, Porosity and More)

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Hair is one of the most expressive parts of our bodies. It's a living record of our genetics, our environment and even what we had for lunch (hello, greasy roots). With all the diversity in the world, how do we begin to categorize the many types of hair out there?

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