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China, Chile, and New Zealand are a few places that have historic mummies of their own.
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Watch How Baby Name Popularity Changes Over Time
Step aside, John and Mary—make way for Liam and Kaitlyn.
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Reportedly, it doesn’t contain 1920s fashions or jazz records.
Why Do We Tell Scary Ghost Stories?
People have been telling ghost stories for thousands of years. We dive into the psychology behind why people are drawn to such terrifying tales.
Merriam-Webster Adds ‘Beach Read,’ ‘IDGAF,’ and 24 More New Words to the Dictionary
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The autumnal equinox is September 22, 2024. Here's how people will celebrate the start of fall around the world.
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We’ve gathered a few tips to ensure you’re following the proper food etiquette when traveling to various countries.
5 Ways to Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month, a celebration of Hispanic culture and history, offers a number of in-person and interactive events to get you plugged in.
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Discover the origins of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 through October 15 each year. Here’s how the history of this annual celebration took shape—and how you can take part.
The World’s 15 Most Walking-Friendly Cities
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20 Colorful Slang Terms from Olympic Sports
Here are 20 fun bits of Olympics slang, from diving’s ‘bingo’ to gymnastics’ ‘twisties.’
8 Misconceptions About Africa
Stereotypes about the diverse continent abound.
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5 of the World’s Most Interesting Directional Systems
Not everyone gives directions the way you do—in fact, the way people tell others how to get where they want to go can vary by city, town, and culture. Some of these directional systems might just change how you navigate the world.
10 Wild Facts About the 2000s
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10 Fabulous Ancient Tombs
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The drawing of three human figures with a pig was discovered in an Indonesian cave—and might be the world’s oldest art that tells a story.
13 Breakdancing Terms You Should Know
Study up on this breaking terminology so you know what you’re talking about you’re watching the sport at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
How Do Photo-Averse Amish Deal With ID Cards?
Many Amish believe photos are forbidden. So how can they do anything requiring a photo ID?
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8 Facts About the Stonewall Riots
The Stonewall Riots were a watershed moment for the LGBTQ+ community in the U.S., but here are some important facts you might not know about the uprising.
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