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The Man Who Sold a Nation That Never Existed

The Man Who Sold a Nation That Never Existed

A conman sold land in a fake country, lured settlers to paradise, then vanished. They found only jungle, disease, and death—while he lived rich and free.

February 4th, 2025

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The California Gold Rush: Striking It Rich in the Wild West

The California Gold Rush: Striking It Rich in the Wild West

Discover the excitement of the California Gold Rush, a time when dreams of striking it rich lured thousands to the Wild West.

September 12th, 2024

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50 Amazing Facts that will blow your mind

50 Amazing Facts that will blow your mind

Fifty facts that will blow your mind. Some of these facts correct other 'facts' floating around the internet. Let's start this off with unicorns. Did you know?

February 4th, 2025

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Terraforming Mars: How Humanity Could Transform the Red Planet

Terraforming Mars: How Humanity Could Transform the Red Planet

Can we terraform Mars? Explore the thrilling possibilities of turning the Red Planet into a second Earth with atmosphere, water, and even thriving ecosystems.

October 11th, 2024

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The Lewis and Clark Expedition

The Lewis and Clark Expedition

The Lewis and Clark Expedition, led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, explored the American West, mapping new territories and documenting flora and fauna.

July 4th, 2024

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Why do we celebrate Veterans Day in America?

Why do we celebrate Veterans Day in America?

Veterans Day, observed on Nov 11, honors all U.S. military veterans. Initially, Armistice Day, marking WWI's end, it now celebrates veterans from all wars.

October 2nd, 2024

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8 "Dangerous" Foods That Are Secretly Superfoods

8 "Dangerous" Foods That Are Secretly Superfoods

Have we been duped? The foods you're told to avoid are actually nutritional goldmines. Discover 8 delicious superfoods hiding in plain sight on your plate.

October 2nd, 2024

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Cleopatra: The Last Pharaoh of Egypt

Cleopatra: The Last Pharaoh of Egypt

Cleopatra, the last Pharaoh of Egypt, skillfully navigated power dynamics and an enduring legacy. Known for her alliances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.

June 10th, 2025

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A Peek into the Cryptic World of World War II Codebreaking

A Peek into the Cryptic World of World War II Codebreaking

Bletchley Park, WWII's secret hub, harbored brilliant minds like Turing, who cracked Germany's Enigma code, altering war's course & pioneering computing.

December 18th, 2024

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The story of humanity is written in the stars and across time. From ancient civilizations to the vast reaches of space, every moment leaves its mark, shaping our understanding of the past and the universe beyond.
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