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No Need to Beware the Ides of March, Actually

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March 15, the Ides of March, has become synonymous with betrayal, lost loyalty and unwelcome surprises. But should this day still make us wary?

Can You ID These ’80s TV Shows?

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The '80s featured zany sitcoms, action-packed dramas and witty comedies. See how well you remember the best shows of the '80s with this quiz. You got it, dude!

Can You ID All of the US Presidents From a Single Image?

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Are you a US history buff? In particular, can you identify each US President from one image? Try your luck and learn some presidential trivia while you're at it!

How the Hunt for D.B. Cooper Worked

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After nearly 50 years capturing the imaginations of millions, the D.B. Cooper plane-hijacking case is closed. Will we ever know the true culprit?

How did ancient civilizations use sundials to tell time?

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Ancient sundials first popped up in Egypt around 1500 B.C. Learn how these sundials came about and what they were used for all those centuries ago.

Can You Pass This ’60s and ’70s Christmas Movie Screenshot Quiz?

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From animated classics and maudlin made-for-TV tearjerkers to "B" grade cult flicks and bizarre cinematic imports, the 1960s and '70s were a golden age for Christmas movies. How many of these holiday favorites do you know?

10 Ways the U.S. Has Kept Citizens From Voting

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From Poll taxes and literacy tests to ID laws, the U.S. has long-restricted citizens' right to vote. Learn some voting barriers at HowStuffWorks.

How Floating Bridges Work

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Bridges span the gap and help us get from point A to B, but who knew they could float, too? Find out what the deal is with floating bridges in this article.

Should you moisturize a cut?

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Should you moisturize a cut? Learn about cut healing, moisturizers and what you should avoid doing. See if you should moisturize a cut.

Was Isaac Newton Really Hit in the Head With an Apple?

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The story of Newton discovering gravity by getting hit in the head with an apple is a classic. Is there any truth to it? Find out at HowStuffWorks.

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