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The Life And Death Of Genghis Khan

The Life And Death Of Genghis Khan

Genghis Khan was known for his military prowess and brutality but also for his strategic and innovative tactics. A look at his childhood and rise to power.

January 22nd, 2026

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Why Do Republicans Use Red and Democrats Use Blue on U.S. Election Maps?

Why Do Republicans Use Red and Democrats Use Blue on U.S. Election Maps?

Why do Republicans use red and Democrats use blue? Discover the fascinating history of U.S. election map colors, from 1976 to today’s red vs. blue divide!

September 25th, 2025

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We're the Aliens: What If Earth Isn't Actually Our Home Planet?

We're the Aliens: What If Earth Isn't Actually Our Home Planet?

A fun thought experiment about whether humans are from planet Earth, were created by a deity, or simply migrated here from somewhere else in the cosmos.

August 1st, 2026

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Did the End of the Ice Age Create the World’s Flood Myths?

Did the End of the Ice Age Create the World’s Flood Myths?

Ice Age megafloods reshaped the world. Could they be the source of the Great Flood myths found across cultures, from Noah to Gilgamesh?

September 26th, 2025

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Vlad the Impaler: The Son of the Dragon and the Making of Dracula

Vlad the Impaler: The Son of the Dragon and the Making of Dracula

Follow Vlad the Impaler from hostage to prince, discover why his father was called the Dragon, and trace the name Dracula from history into vampire legend.

September 16th, 2026

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Why is the Sky Blue? Simple Explanation & Science Behind It

Why is the Sky Blue? Simple Explanation & Science Behind It

The short answer is that sunlight gets scattered when it hits our atmosphere. Blue light has the shortest wavelength, so it bounces around the atmosphere.

August 7th, 2025

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Geocaching is the world’s largest treasure hunt

Geocaching is the world’s largest treasure hunt

Travel isn't just about the destination; the journey is just as fun. If you love adventure, a car and a cell phone are all you need for geocaching.

October 1st, 2025

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Are We Doomed to Relive America's Past Mistakes?

Are We Doomed to Relive America's Past Mistakes?

Being famous and receiving media attention can be necessary for winning reelection. The past decade has left me asking, 'Is history repeating itself?'

January 9th, 2026

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The War of the Stray Dog: A Bizarre Chapter in Balkan History

The War of the Stray Dog: A Bizarre Chapter in Balkan History

The 1925 War of the Stray Dog saw Greece and Bulgaria clash over a border incident involving a stray dog, causing a short lived armed confrontation.

August 7th, 2025

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