Most people never have a clue when they are going to die. You might live to be a centenarian, or you might…
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They buzz, hop, and make noises in the night. It is hard to miss the presence of insects. But for most, these…
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We’ve come a long way since the dark days of trepanning and bloodletting, but for all our state-of-the-art equipment, surgery is still…
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With all of the seemingly endless options for amusement we have today, it’s easy to forget that this hasn’t been the case…
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Some biologists adore spiders. It’s why they visit the same arachnid for 40 years and why the world recently saw the first…
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Everyone should have a hobby, they say. According to psychological studies, hobbies help us to deal with stress, develop friendships, and build…
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In his writing, Charles Dickens was a voice for what was right. He spoke against greed and cruelty and for the rights…
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There’s something tantalizing about archaeology. It’s like watching a Sherlock Holmes mystery being solved right before our eyes. The clues are all…
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Today, many of us associate December with traditions and festivities that seem like an integral part of Christmas. However, this wasn’t always…
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The right item at auction can bring instant wealth. Where there is a chance to make quick money, things often turn controversial,…