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Throughout History, Humanity Has Marveled at Solar Eclipses
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Check out this HowStuffWorks article and image gallery to see examples of people in the past watching and experiencing solar eclipses.
The Professional Sports Mascots Quiz
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Mascots boost team spirit and pump up the crowd. How much do you know about these costumed performers? Find out by taking this quiz.
Who Is the Snake Goddess? Depends Where You Ask
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The snake goddess trope has slid through various cultures throughout history, embodying powerful symbols of fertility, protection and transformation. From the ancient temples of Crete to the mythological landscapes of Egypt and India, these deities have played significant roles in religious practices and storytelling.
Who Is the Controversial Green Man on the Royal Coronation Invitation?
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His leafy face can be found in medieval cathedrals and on garden paving stones all over Europe, but what is the story of the Green Man?
How many calories does running burn?
Scientists once assumed that running and walking used the same amount of energy -- that is, they burned the same number of calories. However, a group of Syracuse University researchers found that running actually burns more calories than walking. What factor had scientists overlooked in the past?
Scary Stories
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Whether it's for Halloween festivities or everyday fun, kids love scary stories. Browse this collection of read-aloud scary stories for children.
5 Famous Pairs of Lips
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These 5 famous lips are among the most recognizable celebrity lips you're sure to know. See five famous pairs of lips at HowStuffWorks.
Can you really scare someone to death?
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Scared to death -- is this an actual cause of death or a myth perpetrated by mothers? Let's take a look at whether you can really be scared to death.
How the Mayan Calendar Works
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The Mayan calendar was one of the first attempts by people to keep some sort of historical record. Learn more about how the Mayan calendar works.
Try Your Luck on the Mission: Impossible Quiz!
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Do you think you have what it takes to be an honorary member of the "Mission: Impossible" team? Let's see if you can get through this quiz before it self-destructs!