Except for scientists who experiment on lab rats, many people scream at the sight of these creatures or try to kill them.…
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It can be argued that no people are more important in English history than the Anglo-Saxons. This loose confederation of Germanic tribes…
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When the Spanish arrived in Peru, they discovered the greatest Native American empire in history, stretching from the mountains of Ecuador to…
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On April 30, 1945, hidden in an underground bunker and waiting for the armies of the Soviet Union to fall upon them,…
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The future is now, and the machines have made their way into our lives. Throughout history, human beings have sought to complement…
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Most people view snails and slugs as pests. But these slimy streakers are far removed from one-dimensional garden destroyers. They amaze scientists…
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Agriculture is the foundation of all human civilization. The moment mankind was able to reliably grow its own food, it could halt…
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The elegant and mysterious design of hieroglyphics have captured our imagination for thousands of years. They remained undeciphered and silent for centuries…
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There is nothing more American than a hamburger (despite being named after a city in Germany). A fast-food staple, the burger has…
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Ancient Sparta was located in a region known as Laconia in the southeastern part of the Peloponnese. Even today, the allure of…