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Will Earth Last Forever?
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Nothing lasts forever. Does that include our home planet, too?
Shakespeare Wrote in Iambic Pentameter. But What Is That?
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William Shakespeare and Geoffrey Chaucer used iambic pentameter in their works of literature. But what is iambic pentameter and how can you spot it?
What's the Difference Between a Restaurant Service Fee and a Tip?
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It seems that U.S. consumers are being asked to shell out more in tips and service charges than ever before. But is there a difference between the two?
The Mysterious Disappearance of Aaron Burr's Daughter, Theodosia
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In 1812, she boarded a ship bound for New York, but never arrived. What happened to the daughter of Aaron Burr, the man who killed Alexander Hamilton?
Check Out the Human Library, Where the Books Are People
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There are no books at this library; instead you check out people. Why? To talk to them and help shatter the stereotypes that divide us.
If a U.S. President Goes to Prison, Does the Secret Service Go, Too?
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Now that former President Donald Trump has been indicted by the Justice Department, what happens to his Secret Service detail if he ends up in prison?
What's the Meaning of the Phrase 'Bane of My Existence?'
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Surely you've heard the phrase "bane of my existence" before. You've probably used it. But where did it come from and what is the meaning behind it?
How 'Algospeak' Subverts Online Shadow Banning
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Social media platforms use algorithms to remove problematic material. "Algospeak" is the workaround and it's broadly influencing everyday language.
The Evil Eye's Ancient Power Still Resonates Today
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Belief in the evil eye has existed since at least 3300 B.C.E. and is found in Jewish, Islamic and Christian cultures of the Mediterranean and Middle East. But why has belief persisted for so long?
5 Common Borax Uses Around the House
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Borax is making a comeback as a household cleaner. But what other chores can borax tackle around your home?