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In 19th-century Paris, the Morgue Was the Best Show in Town
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Today Paris' best-known attractions are perhaps the Eiffel Tower and Champs-Élysées. In the 19th-century, it was the morgue.
Did we pay more taxes in the past?
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Did we pay more taxes in the past? Read about taxes in history compared to the taxes we pay today.
Queen Snake: Not Regal But as Picky as Royalty
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Today, we're going to dive into the watery world of one of North America's most fascinating reptiles: the queen snake.
How to Make a Million Dollars
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Thanks to inflation, there are more millionaires today than ever before. Find out exactly what makes a person a millionaire.
How the 19th Century Invented Modern Christmas
The 1800s saw the birth of many of the Christmas customs, from Santa Claus to lights, that we know and love today.
Why Were So Many Prehistoric Animals So Big?
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A lot of prehistoric animals were massive, but do we really know why? And is there a larger animal roaming the planet today?
Eugenics Overshadows the Legacy of Scientific Genius Francis Galton
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Francis Galton did pioneering work in meteorology, psychology, statistics and biometrics. But today he is mainly remembered for promoting eugenics.
Steel Wool
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There are many grades of steel wool on the market today. Check out this helpful article for details on the various uses for steel wool.
What's the Difference Between Ethyl Alcohol and Isopropyl Alcohol?
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The two different types of alcohol are commonly used in hand sanitizer today. But does one work better than the other?
Marzipan Is the Sweet Almond Treat You Need This Holiday
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Some form of marzipan can be dated back to ancient Egypt. But today this sweet confection is as traditional a holiday treat as they get.