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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.

How can a secret hurt me?

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What you don't know can't hurt you, right? Maybe not. Studies show secrets may actually be hurtful to both those keeping them -- and those they're keeping them from.

Does Anne Boleyn Deserve Her Bad Reputation?

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Anne Boleyn is too often known only for her brief tumultuous marriage to King Henry VIII and her subsequent beheading. But there was a lot more to her.

Pantheon vs. Parthenon: What's the Difference?

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It's easy to confuse the Parthenon and the Pantheon. The names are so similar, and they're both ancient ruins. But despite those similarities, the two structures are very different.

How Galileo Fought the Catholic Church and Became the First Superstar Scientist 

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Galileo Galilei made breakthroughs in physics and astronomy. Along the way, he fought for intellectual freedom and became the first celebrity scientist.

10 Countries Besides the U.S. That Have Electoral Colleges

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Other countries besides the U.S. have electoral college systems. HowStuffWorks looks at some of them.

The 5 Key Characteristics of Gothic Architecture

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Gothic architecture first appeared in France in the late Middle Ages. Some of the world's most stunning cathedrals were built using its key architectural elements.

Do You Know Which Religion Is Most Commonly Practiced in These Countries?

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There are about 195 different countries in the world. They all have their own cultures and customs and, of course, religious diversity. But who believes what? If you think you know your world religions, grab your globe and prove your faith!

7 Deadly Sins: List of the Biblical Violations and Their Origins

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The seven deadly sins appear in movies, books, and art, but what are they, and who created the list?

How Cremation Works

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First, you burn the body until only brittle, pulverized bones are left. These remains are pulverized into ashes, and then placed into urns -- or diamonds, coral reefs and even outer space.

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