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9 Cold Cases That Have Totally Baffled Investigators

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Despite how hard investigators work, some crimes just baffle even the most gifted detectives. They go cold. That's where these nine cases stand. Will they ever be solved?

14 People Who Vanished Without a Trace

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One day they were here and the next they simply disappeared. What happened to these 14 people? Will we ever know what happened to them or will their fates be unsolved forever?

The Salty History of Swearing Like a Sailor

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Ever heard anyone say, "He swears like a sailor"? Why do sailors get singled out for being extra-profane? Because there's a long, colorful history behind it.

The Nose Knows: 5 Questions to Ask Before a Septum Piercing

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Septum piercing has been a worldwide symbol of beauty in many cultures, but there are some things to know before you take the plunge and pierce.

Before Christianity, Judaism and Islam, There Was Zoroastrianism

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It's the oldest (and probably most obscure) monotheistic religion. So, how did it influence so many of the better-known ones? And will Zoroastrianism survive?

Why Does the Secret Service Protect a President's Adult Children?

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The U.S. Secret Service provides 24/7 protection for the wives and kids of the U.S. president and vice president, including their adult children.

The Story of Adam and Eve Is Not Unique to the Bible

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The first man and woman are formed from clay to live in paradise until they are forced to leave because of deceit. It's a biblical story but also one found in many other cultures.

What's the Difference Between a Duke and an Earl?

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They both sound prestigious, but one ranks higher than the other. So, which is it and how do you get your hands on one of these British titles, anyway?

Weaving the Story of Kente Cloth, a Historic West African Fabric

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Recognized by its bright colors and rows of bold, woven patterns, kente cloth is more than a piece of fabric. Each kente cloth has meaning, which is conveyed through its colors, patterns and symbols.

Malarkey: What's the Story Behind Joe Biden's Favorite Word?

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President-elect Joe Biden has pretty much made 'malarkey' a household word, so we thought we'd do some research into its origin story.

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