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Bottle Trees: A Beautiful Tradition With a Spiritual Past
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Bottle trees originated centuries ago in the Congo in West Africa and still hold a special spiritual place in the heart of the American landscape.
Vasco da Gama, Portugal's Columbus, Is Just as Controversial
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Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama was a ruthless man determined to force his way into the lucrative spice routes of India. But without any valuable gifts to trade for the spices, the whole trip took a horrible turn.
'Norse to See You': Take Our Viking Quiz!
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Helmets, battles, Leif Erikson Day - our Viking quiz has it all. Grab some mead and let's get started!
Do You Belong in America or Europe?
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Some people are better suited to the rugged frontiers of America, and others to the gentler climes of Europe's cuddlier society. Which place best suits you? Take this quiz to find out!
What Is the Youngest Country in the World Today?
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Over the last few decades, the world has seen a wave of new nations emerging from civil war, political reform, and the breakup of larger unions.
Why Did the Inca Empire Fall So Quickly?
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Why did the Inca empire fall? How could a mighty empire collapsed in just a few decades?
Does where you live determine how often you call in sick?
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Calling in sick is something some are more loath to do than others. Does geographic location affect who's calling in sick and who's toughing it out?
The Fascinating Stories Behind 5 of the World's Big Currency Symbols
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Why does the dollar sign have a slash? Did a British pound originally weigh 1 pound? Find out the stories behind these and other currency symbols
Top 5 Countries for New Fathers
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These countries offer paternity leave policies to help fathers ease into their new role. Learn which countries make life easiest for new dads.
Medieval History Quiz
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Alright, history buffs, it's time to pack up your books and take a journey back to medieval Europe with this quiz. Will you get a victory or fall before the battle even gets started? Let's find out!