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Was the Star of Bethlehem Real? A Scientific Explanation
There is always an element of naivete when attempting to extrapolate historical events from books that date back thousands of years.
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Anthropophage: A Cannibal People of Scythia
From the Greek "human eater", this mythical race was initially portrayed by Herodotus as Androphagi in his writings.
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A pounding headache or pain radiating through your skull when eating ice cream or drinking an ice-cold beverage is likely…
The World as Seen by Europeans Before 1492
Their worldview was influenced by Classical sources (like Ptolemy), Christian theology, and explorers' reports, leading to a mix of accurate…
Science Sleep: Men and Women Do Not Sleep the Same Way
Science Sleep: men and women do not sleep the same way The sleep patterns of men and women differ not…
10 Drugs That Changed the World
Major medical advances have changed the lives of millions of people in enormous ways.
5 Popular Myths About Music
The notes aren't quite seven, and sad melodies don't always worsen the mood.
