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How to Address a Letter
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In this age of electronic communication, the art of letter writing has all but been lost, but the knowledge necessary to address an envelope is something we all should certainly possess.
Sikhism Explained: What to Know About This Often-Misunderstood Religion
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‌It's one of the largest religions on Earth but little-known in the West, where its practitioners are often mistaken for Muslims or Hindus. What else should we know about the Sikh faith?
Ed Gein Was the Real-life 'Psycho'
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Ed Gein was known as the "The Butcher of Plainfield" for killing two women in the late 1950s. But he was also the inspiration for iconic horror movie characters, including Psycho's Norman Bates and Texas Chainsaw Massacre's Leatherface.
What's a Mezuzah and What's Inside the Case?
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Many Jewish people will affix a mezuzah, a decorative case, to the doorframe of their houses. What's the significance of this?
Quiz: Can You Spot the Misspelled Words?
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Some words, like "cat" or "dog" are easy enough to spell. Others, however, cause quite the spelling frakas. Or is it fracas? Take the quiz to determine your spelling IQ!
5 Profound Insights From Lao-tzu, Founder of Taoism
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Lao-tzu was the legendary Taoist philosopher whose words sound profoundly modern. They help us maintain a sense of harmony and balance in an often-chaotic world.
142-year-old Seed Experiment Continues to Amaze
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How long can seeds last underground and still be capable of germinating? One botanist set out to discover this 142 years ago, and his experiment is still running.
5 Things About Asian American History They Don't Teach in School
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Asian Americans continue to challenge injustice, while mainstream narratives fail to address their history and struggles. Here are five facts to know.
Who Were the Nephilim, the Bible's Mysterious Race of Giants?
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An obscure passage in Genesis mentions a group of superhumans who were the offspring of angels and women. Who were the Nephilim and what do they have to do with the Watchers?
What Is Reality TV's Influence on Culture?
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There's no denying reality TV's prominence in culture. But is it influencing Americans in a positive or negative way?