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Bass Reeves: Baddest Marshal in the Old West, Original 'Lone Ranger'

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Over his three-decade career, Bass Reeves arrested more than 3,000 individuals and survived countless skirmishes with armed outlaws. In short, he was a real frontier hero.

The History of Lilith, From Demon to Adam's First Wife to Feminist Icon

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The black-haired "demoness" of folklore turns up in many ancient legends, but in the 21st century, Lilith has been recast as a feminist symbol. This is her story.

Who Was the Mysterious Melchizedek in the Bible?

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He makes just one brief appearance in Genesis, yet he's been seen as a precursor of Jesus Christ. What was he really and how did he become associated with Jesus?

The 10 Best Heist Movies Of All-Time

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There's nothing quite like a good heist movie. The plotting, the scheming, the heist itself, and then the fallout all make for compelling films. And heist movies have been made for as long as there have been films. But when done well, this genre of movie can be something special. Some of the best movies [...] The post The 10 Best Heist Movies Of All-Time appeared first on Goliath.

Growing Up in the '80s Quiz

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Ah, the 1980s. How much do you remember about the decade that gave us big hair, Big Wheels, Swatch watches and "Punky Brewster"? Take this quiz to find out how much you remember about growing up in the 80's.

What Are the Biggest Lakes in the U.S.?

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The United States is home to some truly spectacular lakes. Whether considering the massive Great Lakes themselves or deep alpine gems like Lake Tahoe, with its crystal-clear waters, America is well-stocked with many sizable bodies of water.

Murder! Money! Power! Art! Meet the Medici Family

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This wealthy banking dynasty of Florence rubbed shoulders with Michelangelo, Botticelli and Galileo. How did they get so wealthy and powerful? And how did they lose it all?

What do the new rules about preventive services in the health care reform legislation mean for you?

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The new preventive service reform might make it easier to stay healthier. Learn about the new preventive service reform and how you can benefit.

The Story of Eric Rudolph, the Real 1996 Olympic Park Bomber

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Eric Rudolph evaded the FBI for seven years, after planting bombs in Atlanta and Birmingham, Alabama. HowStuffWorks looks at what drove him to kill.

The 10 Best Cop Movies of All-Time

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There is nothing like a good cop movie. Thankfully, Hollywood seems to like making them as much as we like watching them. Cop movies have been popular for decades and give us Hollywood's take of the world of law enforcement. While most include the typical gun fights, arrests, car chases, and evil bad guys; they also look [...] The post The 10 Best Cop Movies of All-Time appeared first on Goliath.

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