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Why was Britain's Defence Ministry testing psychic powers?

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A report declassified in late February 2007 under the UK's Freedom of Information Act reveals that Britain's Ministry of Defence has been testing psychics. Find out why.

How Old Was Jesus When He Died?

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While 33 is often the "go-to" answer to the question of how old was Jesus when he died, many scholars doubt that age is accurate.

Why Were Two Egyptian Mummies Buried With Gold Tongues?

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In the search for Cleopatra's tomb, a team of archaeologists was surprised by two mummies with gold foil-covered tongues. What was the reason for this strange burial custom?

How the Autobahn Works

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The autobahn has a reputation for high-speed freedom, but it's not as wild as you may think. Read about the autobahn at HowStuffWorks.

How Contact Juggling Works

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Contact juggling is an ancient practice where the ball stays in constant contact with your body. See how contact juggling works.

Quodpot or Quidditch? Wizarding Worlds Aren't All the Same

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The differences between the U.S. and Britain are many, but in the wizarding world of Harry Potter, they're even more pronounced.

How to Become a Nun

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If you've ever been curious about what's involved in becoming a nun, we'll explain all the steps as well as the difference between nuns and sisters.

Why Is Ukraine's Capital Pronounced 'Kyiv' and Not 'Kiev'?

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The pronunciation of "Kyiv" goes far beyond personal preference. It actually has geopolitical significance.

Messerschmitt Me 262

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The great legacy of the Messerschmitt Me 262 is that it inspired other air forces to adopt the jet fighter as standard, and moved engineers to utilize its layout for fighters and airliners. Learn more about this top World War II fighter plane.

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